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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Des Moines from £493

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — DSM
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated 16 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£700

One-way from

£493

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£837
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 25/2-1/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 29h 12m total
  • United Kingdom to Des Moines
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2/3
  • 2/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 22h 12m total
  • United Kingdom to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (£36 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 January 2026.

Wed 25/209:00
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops18h 41m
United Airlines
Sun 1/315:24
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop10h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/1£700
Sun 1/311:10
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops16h 31m
United Airlines
Sun 8/311:26
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops14h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/1£705
Sat 7/206:35
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops17h 12m
United Airlines
Fri 13/211:30
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops17h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/1£706
Fri 13/206:50
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops34h 03m
United Airlines
Sat 21/215:24
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop32h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/1£708
Mon 6/419:30
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops33h 08m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 14/914:15
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops19h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 15/1£710
Mon 2/307:40
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops16h 07m
Lufthansa
Mon 9/314:04
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops14h 41m
Lufthansa
Deal found 14/1£711
Mon 2/312:35
LHR
-
DSM
1 stop15h 44m
British Airways
Mon 9/319:44
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop10h 51m
British Airways
Deal found 14/1£711
Fri 13/210:25
LHR
-
DSM
1 stop13h 22m
Lufthansa
Sat 21/218:55
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop10h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 14/1£715
Sat 28/213:35
LHR
-
DSM
1 stop14h 06m
Lufthansa
Sat 7/318:49
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop10h 26m
Lufthansa
Deal found 14/1£717
Mon 2/318:15
LCY
-
DSM
2 stops33h 26m
Lufthansa
Mon 9/314:04
DSM
-
LCY
2 stops22h 36m
Lufthansa
Deal found 14/1£793
Fri 13/209:55
LCY
-
DSM
2 stops41h 46m
Lufthansa
Sat 21/218:55
DSM
-
LCY
2 stops40h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 14/1£794
Fri 27/206:05
MAN
-
DSM
2 stops38h 22m
United Airlines
Mon 2/315:24
DSM
-
MAN
2 stops14h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/1£819

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United Kingdom

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Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 25/2

09:00-21:41

2 stops18h 41m

Des Moines

Sun 1/3

15:24-07:55

1 stop10h 31m

£700

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Mon 2/3

09:00-21:41

2 stops18h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 9/3

14:04-11:15

1 stop16h 11m

£703

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sat 28/2

06:35-17:47

2 stops17h 12m

Des Moines

Sat 7/3

18:49-11:15

1 stop10h 26m

£706

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sat 7/2

06:35-17:47

2 stops17h 12m

Des Moines

Fri 13/2

15:24-07:55

1 stop10h 31m

£706

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sat 28/2

06:35-17:47

2 stops17h 12m

Des Moines

Sat 7/3

18:49-06:40

2 stops29h 51m

£706

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Fri 13/2

06:50-10:53

2 stops34h 03m

Des Moines

Sat 21/2

15:24-05:55

1 stop32h 31m

£708

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Mon 2/3

18:15-21:41

2 stops33h 26m

Des Moines

Mon 9/3

14:04-17:40

2 stops22h 36m

£793

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Fri 13/2

09:55-21:41

2 stops41h 46m

Des Moines

Sat 21/2

18:55-17:40

2 stops40h 45m

£794

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Sun 1/3

06:00-10:53

2 stops34h 53m

Des Moines

Sun 8/3

08:00-08:45

2 stops19h 45m

£819

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Fri 27/2

06:05-14:27

2 stops38h 22m

Des Moines

Mon 2/3

15:24-12:20

2 stops14h 56m

£819

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to Des Moines

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Des Moines (average of £190). Flying from United Kingdom to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of £810). 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.

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 16 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Finnair, andVirgin Atlantic from the United Kingdom to Des Moines have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,440 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,349 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,676 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,440 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from United Kingdom?

    For a flight from United Kingdom to Des Moines, you will be flying into Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Des Moines?

    Departing from United Kingdom to Des Moines will take you 17h 12m. The distance from United Kingdom to Des Moines is about 4176 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Des Moines?

    Most travelers choose Manchester - Des Moines, London Heathrow - Des Moines or London Gatwick - Des Moines when deciding on the best route from United Kingdom to Des Moines.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Des Moines (average of £190). Flying from United Kingdom to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of £810). 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 7 airlines flying from United Kingdom to Des Moines

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest£185Average£850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest£473Average£929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£548Average£624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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LufthansaCheapest£605Average£710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£646Average£921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£647Average£817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Aer LingusCheapest£928Average£1,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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