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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Des Moines from £390

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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — DSM
2 Jan — 9 Jan1
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 December 2025.

Wed 10/1214:10LHR - DSM
1 stop14h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/1214:07DSM - LHR
1 stop11h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£777
Wed 10/1212:35LHR - DSM
1 stop17h 13mBritish Airways
Thu 8/117:01DSM - LHR
1 stop11h 24mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/12£827
Wed 17/1207:40LHR - DSM
1 stop15h 44mLufthansa
Thu 22/118:48DSM - LHR
2 stops20h 12mLufthansa
Deal found 2/12£866
Wed 17/1207:40LHR - DSM
1 stop15h 44mUnited Airlines
Thu 22/118:48DSM - LHR
1 stop10h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/12£907
Wed 10/1207:50LHR - DSM
2 stops20h 39mAer Lingus
Thu 8/117:01DSM - LHR
2 stops16h 34mAer Lingus
Deal found 2/12£1,015
Wed 10/1212:35LHR - DSM
1 stop12h 00mIberia
Thu 8/111:42DSM - LHR
2 stops21h 13mIberia
Deal found 2/12£1,036
Wed 10/1206:35LHR - DSM
2 stops16h 49mLufthansa
Wed 24/1211:35DSM - LHR
2 stops15h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 2/12£1,068
Wed 10/1218:30LHR - DSM
3 stops33h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/107:00DSM - LHR
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£1,081
Wed 10/1206:50LCY - DSM
2 stops17h 45mAer Lingus
Thu 8/117:01DSM - LCY
2 stops18h 29mAer Lingus
Deal found 2/12£1,127
Tue 2/1219:15LCY - DSM
2 stops29h 20mIberia
Tue 9/1213:17DSM - LCY
2 stops18h 48mIberia
Deal found 1/12£1,211
Tue 2/1218:15LCY - DSM
2 stops29h 09mLufthansa
Tue 9/1211:35DSM - LCY
2 stops23h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 1/12£1,291
Wed 10/1207:50LCY - DSM
2 stops16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/1215:14DSM - LCY
2 stops36h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£1,679

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 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£750

One-way from

£390

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£1,047
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 19/2-23/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 32h 16m total
  • United Kingdom to Des Moines
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11/12
  • 11/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 13m total
  • United Kingdom to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (£18 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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United Kingdom

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Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 19/2

09:30-22:20

2 stops18h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 23/2

11:30-05:55

1 stop12h 25m

£750

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Thu 29/1

11:20-15:44

2 stops34h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 2/2

07:40-07:30

2 stops41h 50m

£775

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 19/2

10:25-17:47

1 stop13h 22m

Des Moines

Mon 23/2

18:49-11:15

1 stop10h 26m

£775

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Thu 5/2

09:40-21:50

2 stops42h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 9/2

11:30-17:40

2 stops24h 10m

£788

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Wed 21/1

11:15-21:50

2 stops16h 35m

Des Moines

Sun 25/1

18:48-23:20

2 stops22h 32m

£801

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 19/2

11:10-21:51

2 stops16h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 23/2

15:24-11:20

2 stops13h 56m

£858

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 17/12

07:40-17:24

1 stop15h 44m

Des Moines

Thu 22/1

18:48-21:00

2 stops20h 12m

£866

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Wed 21/1

13:30-22:29

1 stop14h 59m

Des Moines

Sun 25/1

17:49-10:10

2 stops34h 21m

£918

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Wed 21/1

13:30-22:29

1 stop14h 59m

Des Moines

Sun 25/1

05:35-08:40

1 stop21h 05m

£951

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Thu 11/12

12:45-14:58

2 stops32h 13m

£390

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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 £193). Flying from United Kingdom to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of £826). 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 GB to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 3 December 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from United Kingdom to Des Moines by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Kingdom to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from United Kingdom to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their United Kingdom to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 2025.
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
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
675 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,064 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,606 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,552 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

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 18h 50m. 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.

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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, 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of £826). 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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United AirlinesCheapest£188Average£868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest£453Average£943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£556Average£633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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LufthansaCheapest£671Average£1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Aer LingusCheapest£891Average£1,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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