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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Des Moines from £371

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 29/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — DSM
3 May — 10 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Des Moines

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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 3 April 2026.

Thu 10/1219:30
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops32h 59m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 14/111:04
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops22h 56m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/4£678
Sat 3/1006:40
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops21h 46m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 4/1011:04
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops24h 36m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 30/3£680
Fri 2/1006:40
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops21h 46m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 6/1114:15
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops37h 05m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 31/3£680
Thu 10/918:40
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops33h 46m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 24/914:15
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops21h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 30/3£681
Thu 24/906:40
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops21h 46m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 28/914:15
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops19h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 30/3£727
Thu 30/713:05
LGW
-
DSM
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/807:35
DSM
-
LGW
2 stops20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3£861
Thu 24/909:35
MAN
-
DSM
2 stops18h 51m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 28/911:04
DSM
-
MAN
2 stops25h 26m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/4£878
Sun 2/813:05
LGW
-
DSM
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/807:35
DSM
-
LGW
2 stops20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3£890
Wed 29/714:00
LGW
-
DSM
1 stop24h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/807:35
DSM
-
LGW
2 stops20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3£902
Thu 30/713:05
LGW
-
DSM
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/807:35
DSM
-
LGW
1 stop16h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3£929
Thu 30/405:55
MAN
-
DSM
2 stops22h 50m
Lufthansa
Thu 7/511:40
DSM
-
MAN
2 stops16h 45m
Lufthansa
Deal found 31/3£946
Thu 30/713:05
LGW
-
DSM
1 stop30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/809:33
DSM
-
LGW
1 stop18h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3£947

Find 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 3 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£680

One-way from

£371

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£804
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 10/9-24/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 43h 11m total
  • United Kingdom to Des Moines
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29/4
  • 29/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 06m total
  • United Kingdom to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£31 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£19 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 3 April 2026.
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LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 10/9

06:40-22:26

2 stops21h 46m

Des Moines

Thu 24/9

14:15-17:40

2 stops21h 25m

£680

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 24/9

06:40-22:26

2 stops21h 46m

Des Moines

Mon 28/9

14:15-16:00

2 stops19h 45m

£727

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Thu 24/9

09:35-22:26

2 stops18h 51m

Des Moines

Mon 28/9

11:04-18:30

2 stops25h 26m

£878

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 13/5

08:40-21:23

2 stops18h 43m

Des Moines

Mon 18/5

08:00-05:55

2 stops15h 55m

£898

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Wed 29/7

14:00-08:33

1 stop24h 33m

Des Moines

Mon 10/8

07:35-09:45

2 stops20h 10m

£902

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 10/9

08:00-14:05

1 stop12h 05m

Des Moines

Thu 24/9

08:00-07:15

2 stops17h 15m

£912
Fastest return journey

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 24/9

07:50-20:01

2 stops18h 11m

Des Moines

Mon 28/9

14:36-07:40

1 stop11h 04m

£923

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Thu 24/9

08:00-23:28

2 stops45h 28m

Des Moines

Mon 28/9

14:36-09:00

2 stops36h 24m

£962

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Wed 29/7

14:00-08:33

1 stop24h 33m

Des Moines

Sun 9/8

09:33-10:00

1 stop18h 27m

£989

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Thu 24/9

20:40-23:28

2 stops32h 48m

Des Moines

Mon 28/9

14:36-10:50

2 stops14h 14m

£994

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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 £193). Flying from United Kingdom to Des Moines in February is currently the most expensive (average of £932). 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 3 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Finnair,Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines 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.
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,376 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,376 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,376 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
685 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,376 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,542 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,376 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,888 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,376 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,847 reviews
Finnair
7.7
Good
1,376 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom 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 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 21h 46m. 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 London Heathrow - Des Moines, London City - Des Moines or Manchester - 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.

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

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

  • 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 £193). Flying from United Kingdom to Des Moines in February is currently the most expensive (average of £932). 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 8 airlines flying from United Kingdom to Des Moines

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom 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 3 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest£187Average£867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest£453Average£945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest£614Average£794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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FinnairCheapest£653Average£916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£655Average£955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£656Average£855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Aer LingusCheapest£941Average£1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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DeltaCheapest£950Average£1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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