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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Des Moines from £316

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 13/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — DSM
22 Jul — 29 Jul1
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 22 June 2026.

Sat 21/1110:25
LHR
-
DSM
1 stop17h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 30/1113:05
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop12h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/6£584
Sun 30/814:00
LGW
-
DSM
1 stop32h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/906:30
DSM
-
LGW
2 stops26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6£603
Wed 2/914:00
LGW
-
DSM
2 stops35h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/911:34
DSM
-
LGW
1 stop16h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6£658
Sun 30/814:00
LGW
-
DSM
1 stop32h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/909:29
DSM
-
LGW
2 stops23h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6£672
Tue 1/914:00
LGW
-
DSM
2 stops48h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/911:34
DSM
-
LGW
1 stop16h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6£675
Thu 27/814:00
LGW
-
DSM
2 stops34h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/911:34
DSM
-
LGW
1 stop16h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6£686
Wed 9/908:40
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops18h 48m
United Airlines
Wed 23/911:32
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop13h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/6£745
Thu 1/1006:40
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops21h 49m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 5/1014:34
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops21h 06m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 18/6£749
Thu 1/1006:50
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops16h 43m
United Airlines
Mon 5/1013:24
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop11h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/6£750
Thu 10/906:50
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops17h 07m
United Airlines
Thu 24/911:33
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop18h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/6£751
Tue 1/915:15
LHR
-
DSM
1 stop15h 05m
British Airways
Wed 23/910:35
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop18h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 18/6£754
Sat 29/814:00
LGW
-
DSM
2 stops35h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/911:34
DSM
-
LGW
1 stop16h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6£755

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 22 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£584

One-way from

£316

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,027
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 21/11-30/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 00m total
  • United Kingdom to Des Moines
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13/9
  • 13/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 34m total
  • United Kingdom to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£102 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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Cheapest return flight

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Wed 2/9

14:00-19:57

2 stops35h 57m

Des Moines

Mon 7/9

11:34-10:00

1 stop16h 26m

£658

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 9/9

08:40-21:28

2 stops18h 48m

Des Moines

Wed 23/9

11:32-06:45

1 stop13h 13m

£745

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 1/10

06:40-22:29

2 stops21h 49m

Des Moines

Mon 5/10

14:34-17:40

2 stops21h 06m

£749
Fastest return journey

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 1/10

06:50-17:33

2 stops16h 43m

Des Moines

Mon 5/10

13:24-06:45

1 stop11h 21m

£750

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 10/9

06:50-17:57

2 stops17h 07m

Des Moines

Thu 24/9

11:33-12:25

1 stop18h 52m

£750

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Sat 29/8

14:00-19:54

2 stops35h 54m

Des Moines

Mon 7/9

11:34-10:00

1 stop16h 26m

£755

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Thu 10/9

09:15-17:57

2 stops14h 42m

Des Moines

Thu 24/9

18:55-17:55

2 stops17h 00m

£781

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Tue 1/9

20:40-19:19

2 stops28h 39m

Des Moines

Mon 7/9

10:30-10:50

2 stops18h 20m

£842

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Thu 19/11

19:40-18:35

2 stops28h 55m

Des Moines

Mon 23/11

09:04-19:00

2 stops27h 56m

£851

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Fri 13/11

09:30-12:36

2 stops33h 06m

Des Moines

Tue 17/11

15:15-16:55

2 stops19h 40m

£863

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Des Moines (average of £159). Flying from United Kingdom to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of £794). 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 22 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Atlantic,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
690 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
690 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
690 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,874 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
690 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,744 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
690 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,086 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
690 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,064 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
690 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

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 14h 42m. The distance from United Kingdom to Des Moines is about 4193 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.

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    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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Des Moines (average of £159). Flying from United Kingdom to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of £794). 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 United Kingdom to Des Moines

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest£193Average£732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest£452Average£914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest£613Average£989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£647Average£832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FinnairCheapest£679Average£942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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DeltaCheapest£950Average£1,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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