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Cheap flights from Manchester to Des Moines from £854

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — DSM
17 Dec — 24 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) 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 17 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£882

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£794
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 5/3-9/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 36h 13m total
  • Manchester to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 November 2025.

Thu 4/1206:25MAN - DSM
2 stops21h 12mLufthansa
Tue 9/1218:50DSM - MAN
2 stops22h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 17/11£854
Thu 4/1206:10MAN - DSM
3 stops21h 27mAir Canada
Tue 9/1208:00DSM - MAN
3 stops20h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 17/11£915
Thu 4/1213:30MAN - DSM
1 stop15h 04mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 9/1210:20DSM - MAN
2 stops23h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 17/11£925
Sun 16/1113:55MAN - DSM
2 stops34h 15mAer Lingus
Sun 23/1108:51DSM - MAN
2 stops16h 44mAer Lingus
Deal found 15/11£1,116
Thu 4/1206:10MAN - DSM
3 stops22h 11mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1213:17DSM - MAN
2 stops18h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/11£1,125
Sun 16/1109:05MAN - DSM
1 stop14h 41mDelta
Sun 23/1111:28DSM - MAN
1 stop13h 02mDelta
Deal found 15/11£1,318

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ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Thu 4/12

06:25-21:37

2 stops21h 12m

Des Moines

Tue 9/12

18:50-23:20

2 stops22h 30m

£854

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Thu 5/3

06:00-20:27

2 stops20h 27m

Des Moines

Mon 9/3

15:34-12:20

2 stops15h 46m

£882

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Thu 5/3

11:15-21:45

2 stops16h 30m

Des Moines

Mon 9/3

18:49-17:00

2 stops17h 11m

£882

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Thu 4/12

06:10-21:37

3 stops21h 27m

Des Moines

Tue 9/12

08:00-10:20

3 stops20h 20m

£915

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Thu 4/12

13:30-22:34

1 stop15h 04m

Des Moines

Tue 9/12

10:20-16:05

2 stops23h 45m

£925

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Thu 5/3

13:30-22:31

1 stop15h 01m

Des Moines

Mon 9/3

17:15-16:05

2 stops17h 50m

£945

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Thu 1/1

06:10-21:40

2 stops21h 30m

Des Moines

Thu 8/1

18:48-17:00

2 stops40h 12m

£980

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Thu 4/12

06:10-22:21

3 stops22h 11m

Des Moines

Tue 9/12

13:17-13:25

2 stops18h 08m

£1,125

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Deals found on 17/11

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manchester to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to Des Moines?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Des Moines (average of £545). Flying from Manchester to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,027). 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 MAN to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester 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 17 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Manchester to Des Moines in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 17 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Finnair, andVirgin Atlantic from Manchester 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.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,411 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,411 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,411 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,411 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
673 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,411 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,371 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,411 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,528 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,411 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Manchester to Des Moines?

    Airlines like Lufthansa, United Airlines, and Air Canada fly from Manchester to Des Moines in about 20h 27m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h. There are 4045 mi between Manchester and Des Moines. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manchester to Des Moines round-trip?

    Currently priced at £559, Finnair will fly you from Manchester to Des Moines and back. In addition to Finnair, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from British Airways and Virgin Atlantic - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £680 and £784, respectively. You may be able to fly from Manchester to Des Moines for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester 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 Manchester to Des Moines?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Des Moines (average of £545). Flying from Manchester to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,027). 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 5 airlines flying from Manchester to Des Moines

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Manchester 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 17 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FinnairCheapest£559Average£740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£680Average£931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£784Average£888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapest£830Average£916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Aer LingusCheapest£893Average£1,046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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