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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines from £629

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — DSM
23 11月 — 30 11月1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 24 10月 2025.

Round-trip from

£778

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£894
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 2/3-9/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 06m total
  • London to Des Moines
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£18 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 24 10月 2025.

週五 7/1106:40LHR - DSM
2 stops21h 50mScandinavian Airlines
週四 13/1114:17DSM - LHR
2 stops22h 13mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 21/10£629
週五 7/1106:30LHR - DSM
2 stops21h 02mLufthansa
週四 13/1118:50DSM - LHR
1 stop10h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 22/10£821
週三 5/1112:05LHR - DSM
1 stop16h 15mUnited Airlines
週日 9/1117:14DSM - LHR
1 stop34h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/10£829
週日 7/1209:00LHR - DSM
2 stops18h 37mUnited Airlines
週日 14/1215:17DSM - LHR
1 stop32h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/10£830
週六 6/1209:00LHR - DSM
2 stops18h 37mUnited Airlines
週六 13/1211:35DSM - LHR
1 stop14h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/10£835
週五 5/1209:00LHR - DSM
2 stops18h 37mUnited Airlines
週五 12/1211:35DSM - LHR
2 stops14h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/10£838
週五 5/1211:35LHR - DSM
1 stop15h 13mLufthansa
週五 12/1215:17DSM - LHR
1 stop10h 38mLufthansa
Deal found 20/10£846

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Heathrow

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Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

週一 2/3

09:00-21:51

2 stops18h 51m

Des Moines

週一 9/3

07:15-07:30

1 stop19h 15m

£778

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

週一 2/3

14:10-21:56

1 stop13h 46m

Des Moines

週一 9/3

12:53-06:55

1 stop13h 02m

£806

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

週一 2/3

06:50-19:39

3 stops18h 49m

Des Moines

週一 9/3

07:00-12:50

3 stops24h 50m

£820

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

週五 7/11

06:30-21:32

2 stops21h 02m

Des Moines

週四 13/11

18:50-11:15

1 stop10h 25m

£821

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

週二 24/2

13:00-20:53

1 stop13h 53m

Des Moines

週六 28/2

12:00-20:10

2 stops50h 10m

£821

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

週三 5/11

12:05-22:20

1 stop16h 15m

Des Moines

週日 9/11

17:14-09:40

1 stop34h 26m

£829

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

週日 7/12

09:00-21:37

2 stops18h 37m

Des Moines

週日 14/12

17:15-09:40

1 stop34h 25m

£830

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

週六 6/12

09:00-21:37

2 stops18h 37m

Des Moines

週六 13/12

11:35-07:55

1 stop14h 20m

£835

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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 17 October 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines (average of £191). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines in April is currently the most expensive (average of £679). 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 24 10月 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 19% on airfare.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines?

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 24 10月 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Finnair, Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines 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
1,333 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

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
1,333 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,333 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

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
7.5
Good
670 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,333 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

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
8,995 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,333 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

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
7,518 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,333 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

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
7,469 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,333 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

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 £806, United Airlines can have you in Des Moines from London Heathrow Airport in 13h 46m. The distance from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines is about 4176 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    United Airlines, at £191, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines (average of £191). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines in April is currently the most expensive (average of £679). 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

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United AirlinesCheapest£191Average£764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest£475Average£883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£538Average£668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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LufthansaCheapest£609Average£1,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£650Average£796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Aer LingusCheapest£933Average£1,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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