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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines from £437

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — DSM
24 Aug — 31 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Des Moines are usually found in February or November, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Des Moines (DSM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 19 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£593

One-way from

£437

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£894
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 1/10-8/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 43h 24m total
  • London to Des Moines
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13/10
  • 13/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 42m total
  • London to Des Moines
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High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 August 2025.

Wed 1/1006:40LHR - DSM
2 stops21h 57mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 8/1014:13DSM - LHR
2 stops21h 27mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 17/8£593
Tue 7/1006:40LHR - DSM
2 stops21h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 14/1014:13DSM - LHR
2 stops19h 47mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 18/8£603
Fri 10/1006:40LHR - DSM
2 stops21h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 17/1014:13DSM - LHR
2 stops37h 07mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 18/8£610
Mon 6/1006:40LHR - DSM
2 stops21h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 13/1014:13DSM - LHR
3 stops22h 37mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 18/8£616
Thu 9/1006:40LHR - DSM
2 stops21h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 17/1014:13DSM - LHR
2 stops37h 07mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 18/8£638
Tue 7/1006:55LHR - DSM
2 stops37h 32mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/1008:30DSM - LHR
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8£650
Sun 5/1016:35LHR - DSM
1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/1008:30DSM - LHR
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8£689
Wed 1/1006:55LHR - DSM
2 stops16h 29mLufthansa
Wed 8/1018:36DSM - LHR
1 stop31h 44mLufthansa
Deal found 16/8£692

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Heathrow

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Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 1/10

06:40-22:37

2 stops21h 57m

Des Moines

Wed 8/10

14:13-17:40

2 stops21h 27m

£593

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Mon 6/10

06:40-22:30

2 stops21h 50m

Des Moines

Tue 14/10

14:13-16:00

2 stops19h 47m

£603

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 7/10

06:40-22:30

2 stops21h 50m

Des Moines

Tue 14/10

14:13-16:00

2 stops19h 47m

£603

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 27/11

06:40-22:23

2 stops21h 43m

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

14:14-16:00

2 stops19h 46m

£603

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 7/10

06:40-22:30

2 stops21h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 13/10

14:13-16:00

2 stops19h 47m

£603

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Fri 10/10

06:40-22:30

2 stops21h 50m

Des Moines

Fri 17/10

14:13-09:20

2 stops37h 07m

£610

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Mon 6/10

06:40-22:30

2 stops21h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 13/10

14:13-18:50

3 stops22h 37m

£616

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 9/10

06:40-22:30

2 stops21h 50m

Des Moines

Fri 17/10

14:13-09:20

2 stops37h 07m

£638

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 7/10

06:55-14:27

2 stops37h 32m

Des Moines

Mon 13/10

08:30-05:50

1 stop15h 20m

£650

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Mon 13/10

19:45-14:27

2 stops48h 42m

£437

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines is 61 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines (average of £699). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,268). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LHR to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 August 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Des Moines. Reviews last updated 19 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Finnair, United Airlines, andVirgin Atlantic from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,922 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
657 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,334 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,283 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,320 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from London Heathrow?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from London Heathrow to Des Moines. You should not have trouble finding flights to Des Moines from London Heathrow; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from London Heathrow per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Des Moines airport from London Heathrow. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Des Moines’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines?

    For as low as £593, Scandinavian Airlines can have you in Des Moines from London Heathrow Airport in 21h 57m. The distance from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines is about 4176 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines round-trip?

    United Airlines, at £189, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include British Airways and Finnair. These flights start at 76% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Des Moines?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to Des Moines.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines (average of £699). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,268). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Heathrow to Des Moines

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to Des Moines. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 19 August 2025.
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United AirlinesCheapest£189Average£786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest£468Average£874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£533Average£671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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LufthansaCheapest£616Average£1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£707Average£823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Aer LingusCheapest£919Average£993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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