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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Des Moines from £357

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
21 Mar — 28 Mar1
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 19 February 2026.

Mon 1/609:35
MAN
-
DSM
2 stops18h 57m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 15/614:15
DSM
-
MAN
2 stops36h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 19/2£729
Thu 10/919:30
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops32h 56m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 24/914:15
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops37h 05m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 19/2£735
Mon 2/306:40
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops21h 48m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 9/311:33
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops23h 27m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 18/2£814
Mon 2/309:00
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops18h 41m
United Airlines
Mon 9/314:59
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop14h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/2£822
Thu 10/913:30
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops15h 21m
Lufthansa
Thu 24/913:05
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop11h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 18/2£823
Mon 2/319:40
LGW
-
DSM
2 stops32h 39m
Iberia
Mon 9/310:04
DSM
-
LGW
2 stops27h 56m
Iberia
Deal found 16/2£836
Thu 10/909:15
LCY
-
DSM
2 stops17h 57m
Lufthansa
Thu 24/913:05
DSM
-
LCY
2 stops22h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 16/2£865
Thu 5/309:10
MAN
-
DSM
2 stops18h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/314:04
DSM
-
MAN
2 stops19h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2£904
Tue 2/605:55
MAN
-
DSM
2 stops38h 25m
Lufthansa
Tue 16/606:00
DSM
-
MAN
2 stops18h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 17/2£955
Tue 2/614:25
MAN
-
DSM
2 stops24h 01m
Aer Lingus
Tue 16/613:46
DSM
-
MAN
2 stops35h 54m
Aer Lingus
Deal found 18/2£961
Thu 5/313:30
MAN
-
DSM
1 stop14h 58m
Delta
Tue 10/305:35
DSM
-
MAN
2 stops23h 35m
Delta
Deal found 16/2£966
Sat 6/606:05
MAN
-
DSM
2 stops15h 43m
Lufthansa
Thu 11/605:00
DSM
-
MAN
2 stops19h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 17/2£994

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 19 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£729

One-way from

£357

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,093
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 1/6-15/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 37m total
  • United Kingdom to Des Moines
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2/3
  • 2/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 35m total
  • United Kingdom to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (£19 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£17 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 19 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to Des Moines that are best for you.

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United Kingdom

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Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Mon 1/6

09:35-22:32

2 stops18h 57m

Des Moines

Mon 15/6

11:04-08:55

2 stops39h 51m

£788

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Mon 2/3

09:00-21:41

2 stops18h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 9/3

14:59-10:15

1 stop14h 16m

£822

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Mon 2/3

12:05-22:20

1 stop16h 15m

Des Moines

Mon 9/3

18:49-11:15

1 stop11h 26m

£832

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Mon 2/3

19:40-22:19

2 stops32h 39m

Des Moines

Mon 9/3

10:04-19:00

2 stops27h 56m

£836

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Thu 5/3

09:10-21:40

2 stops18h 30m

Des Moines

Tue 10/3

14:04-14:50

2 stops19h 46m

£904

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 2/6

10:50-21:40

2 stops16h 50m

Des Moines

Thu 11/6

13:05-06:45

1 stop11h 40m

£940

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 2/6

15:15-23:59

1 stop14h 44m

Des Moines

Thu 11/6

18:29-12:15

1 stop11h 46m

£947

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Tue 2/6

05:55-14:20

2 stops38h 25m

Des Moines

Tue 16/6

06:00-06:30

2 stops18h 30m

£955

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 2/6

10:25-21:40

2 stops17h 15m

Des Moines

Thu 11/6

05:00-06:55

2 stops19h 55m

£961

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Tue 2/6

14:25-08:26

2 stops24h 01m

Des Moines

Tue 16/6

13:46-07:40

2 stops35h 54m

£961

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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 £188). Flying from United Kingdom to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of £802). 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 19 February 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
1,459 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7.7
Good
1,459 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,459 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,363 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,459 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
679 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,459 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,323 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,459 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,752 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,459 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 16h 15m. 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.

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  • 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 £188). Flying from United Kingdom to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of £802). 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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United AirlinesCheapest£183Average£847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest£442Average£923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest£599Average£783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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FinnairCheapest£608Average£823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£640Average£914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£640Average£828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Aer LingusCheapest£919Average£992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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