Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines from £291

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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — DSM
14 Dec — 21 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Des Moines are usually found in February or January, booked 56 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 14 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£768

One-way from

£291

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£685
Iberia
  • Iberia
  • 22/2-28/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 14m total
  • London to Des Moines
11/12
  • 11/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 03m total
  • London to Des Moines
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (£8 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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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 14 November 2025.

Wed 26/1114:45LHR - DSM
1 stop15h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sun 30/1119:00DSM - LHR
1 stop31h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11£833
Wed 26/1108:30LHR - DSM
2 stops19h 02mLufthansa
Sun 30/1113:05DSM - LHR
1 stop10h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 11/11£845
Wed 17/1208:15LHR - DSM
3 stops44h 21mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1207:30DSM - LHR
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11£890
Sun 28/1218:00LHR - DSM
3 stops26h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/111:50DSM - LHR
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£913
Wed 26/1119:30LHR - DSM
2 stops33h 03mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 30/1114:17DSM - LHR
2 stops19h 43mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 10/11£942
Fri 26/1211:10LHR - DSM
2 stops16h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 29/1208:00DSM - LHR
1 stop17h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11£943
Fri 26/1206:35LHR - DSM
2 stops19h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/108:00DSM - LHR
1 stop17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11£945
Fri 26/1212:35LHR - DSM
1 stop11h 50mBritish Airways
Mon 29/1216:16DSM - LHR
1 stop12h 09mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/11£948
Wed 17/1207:50LHR - DSM
2 stops20h 39mAer Lingus
Wed 31/1206:40DSM - LHR
2 stops19h 25mAer Lingus
Deal found 11/11£953

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Heathrow

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Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 26/11

08:20-16:41

1 stop14h 21m

Des Moines

Sun 30/11

17:26-06:50

1 stop31h 24m

£833

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 26/11

08:30-21:32

2 stops19h 02m

Des Moines

Sun 30/11

13:05-05:55

1 stop10h 50m

£845

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 17/12

08:15-22:36

3 stops44h 21m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

07:30-11:20

2 stops21h 50m

£890

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 26/3

07:50-18:02

2 stops15h 12m

Des Moines

Fri 3/4

12:53-11:15

1 stop16h 22m

£910

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sun 28/12

18:00-14:58

3 stops26h 58m

Des Moines

Sun 4/1

11:50-14:55

1 stop21h 05m

£913

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 26/11

19:30-22:33

2 stops33h 03m

Des Moines

Sun 30/11

14:17-16:00

2 stops19h 43m

£942

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Fri 26/12

11:10-21:40

2 stops16h 30m

Des Moines

Mon 29/12

08:00-07:55

1 stop17h 55m

£943

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 17/12

07:50-22:29

2 stops20h 39m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

06:40-08:05

2 stops19h 25m

£953

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 11/12

09:55-14:58

2 stops35h 03m

£291

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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 7 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines is 56 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 £194). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of £843). 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 14 November 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 14 November 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.

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

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.

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

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.

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

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.

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

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.

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

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.

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

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

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  • 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 £833, American Airlines can have you in Des Moines from London Heathrow Airport in 14h 21m. 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 £194, 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 £194). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of £843). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest£194Average£782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest£482Average£897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£569Average£722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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LufthansaCheapest£617Average£1,059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£659Average£780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Aer LingusCheapest£945Average£1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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