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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Des Moines from £356

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — DSM
4 Jun — 11 Jun1
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 5 May 2026.

Fri 2/1006:40
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops21h 46m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 6/1114:15
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops37h 05m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 30/4£699
Fri 6/1106:40
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops21h 49m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 9/1114:15
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops19h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 30/4£735
Fri 13/1106:40
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops21h 49m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 16/1111:04
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops25h 26m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/5£735
Thu 10/911:15
LHR
-
DSM
1 stop17h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 24/905:45
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop18h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5£800
Tue 2/609:45
LHR
-
DSM
1 stop15h 49m
Iberia
Thu 11/613:51
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop15h 24m
Iberia
Deal found 5/5£816
Tue 2/610:35
LGW
-
DSM
2 stops16h 37m
Delta
Thu 11/618:03
DSM
-
LGW
2 stops15h 57m
Delta
Deal found 1/5£849
Wed 27/510:25
LGW
-
DSM
2 stops16h 11m
Delta
Tue 9/618:03
DSM
-
LGW
2 stops15h 57m
Delta
Deal found 2/5£867
Wed 20/507:40
LGW
-
DSM
2 stops36h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/607:35
DSM
-
LGW
1 stop16h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5£909
Wed 27/510:55
MAN
-
DSM
2 stops14h 37m
British Airways
Tue 9/613:51
DSM
-
MAN
2 stops17h 14m
British Airways
Deal found 2/5£916
Wed 27/510:40
MAN
-
DSM
1 stop13h 13m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 9/614:25
DSM
-
MAN
1 stop12h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/5£926
Mon 1/613:00
MAN
-
DSM
1 stop15h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/618:03
DSM
-
MAN
2 stops13h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5£934
Tue 2/613:00
MAN
-
DSM
1 stop34h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 16/618:03
DSM
-
MAN
2 stops13h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5£935

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 5 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£701

One-way from

£356

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£693
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 2/10-6/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 51m total
  • United Kingdom to Des Moines
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2/6
  • 2/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 18m total
  • United Kingdom to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (£13 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 5 May 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Fri 2/10

06:40-22:26

2 stops21h 46m

Des Moines

Fri 6/11

14:15-09:20

2 stops37h 05m

£699

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 10/9

06:30-16:49

2 stops16h 19m

Des Moines

Thu 24/9

05:45-06:25

1 stop18h 40m

£833

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 2/6

06:30-17:53

2 stops17h 23m

Des Moines

Thu 11/6

05:35-07:15

1 stop19h 40m

£842

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Tue 2/6

08:55-22:52

1 stop19h 57m

Des Moines

Thu 11/6

13:33-06:50

1 stop11h 17m

£846

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Tue 2/6

10:35-21:12

2 stops16h 37m

Des Moines

Thu 11/6

18:03-16:00

2 stops15h 57m

£849

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Thu 10/9

10:25-21:17

2 stops16h 52m

Des Moines

Thu 24/9

10:55-09:25

2 stops16h 30m

£850

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 27/5

09:55-20:36

2 stops16h 41m

Des Moines

Tue 9/6

14:45-12:05

2 stops15h 20m

£851

LondonDes Moines

LGW - DSM

LGWDSM

London Gatwick

Wed 27/5

10:25-20:36

2 stops16h 11m

Des Moines

Tue 9/6

18:03-16:00

2 stops15h 57m

£867

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Tue 2/6

05:55-16:48

2 stops16h 53m

Des Moines

Tue 16/6

18:03-14:00

2 stops13h 57m

£934
Fastest return journey

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Mon 1/6

13:00-22:32

1 stop15h 32m

Des Moines

Mon 15/6

18:03-14:00

2 stops13h 57m

£934

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Des Moines (average of £156). Flying from United Kingdom to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of £769). 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 5 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Finnair,United Airlines, 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.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,392 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

HEL - KAO

It’s a small plane with minimal service and luggage space
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,392 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,392 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

HEL - KAO

It’s a small plane with minimal service and luggage space
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,683 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,392 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

HEL - KAO

It’s a small plane with minimal service and luggage space
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
688 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,392 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

HEL - KAO

It’s a small plane with minimal service and luggage space
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,972 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,392 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

HEL - KAO

It’s a small plane with minimal service and luggage space
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,945 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,392 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

HEL - KAO

It’s a small plane with minimal service and luggage space

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 19m. 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 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?

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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.

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    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 £156). Flying from United Kingdom to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of £769). 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

Discover the top 7 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 5 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest£183Average£833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapest£442Average£868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest£599Average£965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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FinnairCheapest£637Average£893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£640Average£832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Aer LingusCheapest£927Average£993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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DeltaCheapest£927Average£1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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