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$532+ Cheap flights from Heathrow (LHR) to Des Moines (DSM)

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
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/178:55 amLHR - DSM
2 stops19h 39mDelta
Thu 1/226:54 amDSM - LHR
2 stops19h 51mDelta
Deal found 12/10$1,505
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:30 amLHR - DSM
2 stops16h 54mLufthansa
Thu 1/2211:30 amDSM - LHR
1 stop14h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 12/11$1,592
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1712:35 pmLHR - DSM
1 stop15h 54mBritish Airways
Thu 1/2211:42 amDSM - LHR
1 stop13h 13mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/11$1,651
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1712:00 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops15h 37mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/228:00 amDSM - LHR
3 stops17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,778
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/217:50 amLHR - DSM
2 stops21h 40mAer Lingus
Thu 12/256:40 amDSM - LHR
2 stops22h 45mAer Lingus
Deal found 12/11$6,456
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/216:30 amLHR - DSM
2 stops16h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 12/2512:10 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop12h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/11$7,843
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/216:00 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops26h 33mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/258:00 amDSM - LHR
3 stops17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$10,598
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/216:00 pmLHR - DSM
3 stops26h 33mAir Canada
Thu 12/258:00 amDSM - LHR
3 stops17h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 12/11$19,824

Find flight deals from Heathrow to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Des Moines (DSM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$843
(Scandinavian Airlines)

One-way from

$532
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,457
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Heathrow 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Heathrow

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Mon 1/26

6:40 am-10:29 pm

2 stops21h 49m

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

11:26 am-4:00 pm

2 stops22h 34m

$843

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sun 1/25

6:00 am-9:21 pm

3 stops45h 21m

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

8:30 am-12:50 pm

3 stops46h 20m

$893

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sun 4/19

8:00 pm-6:04 pm

2 stops28h 04m

Des Moines

Fri 4/24

6:19 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops16h 01m

$1,062

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 3/12

9:00 am-9:45 pm

2 stops17h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 3/16

11:26 am-6:20 am

2 stops13h 54m

$1,099

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sun 1/25

11:05 am-10:55 am

2 stops53h 50m

Des Moines

Sun 2/1

6:48 pm-5:55 am

1 stop29h 07m

$1,104

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Mon 3/2

11:00 am-10:26 pm

1 stop17h 26m

Des Moines

Sat 3/14

1:40 pm-8:35 am

1 stop13h 55m

$1,110

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Mon 3/2

7:40 am-9:41 pm

2 stops20h 01m

Des Moines

Sat 3/14

6:49 pm-8:45 am

2 stops32h 56m

$1,113

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Fri 4/17

8:30 am-9:52 pm

2 stops19h 22m

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

6:45 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops14h 55m

$1,120

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Fri 2/6

2:50 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops32h 00m

$532

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sun 1/11

2:50 pm-5:24 pm

2 stops32h 34m

$738

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Deals found on 12/9

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Compare providers for flights from Heathrow to Des Moines

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Heathrow to Des Moines in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on London Heathrow Airport-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on London Heathrow Airport-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from London Heathrow Airport-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on London Heathrow Airport-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for London Heathrow Airport-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Heathrow with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Heathrow to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines (average of $255). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,164). 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 December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with British Airways from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,571 reviews

Comfort

6.7

Crew

7.6

Overall

6.7

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Roxanne,Sep 2025

LHR - IAD

Food was mediocre. Couldn't use headphones because no information on how to use. Staff paid so much attention on a family with a baby . They got VIP treatment.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,571 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,571 reviews

Comfort

6.7

Crew

7.6

Overall

6.7

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Roxanne,Sep 2025

LHR - IAD

Food was mediocre. Couldn't use headphones because no information on how to use. Staff paid so much attention on a family with a baby . They got VIP treatment.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow 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 London Heathrow?

    If you book a flight to Des Moines from London Heathrow, you will be flying to Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines. There are 0 flights from London Heathrow to Des Moines per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines?

    A quick flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines can take about 17h 45m. Scandinavian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,099. The distance from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines is about 4176 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines round-trip?

    According to our current data, British Airways ($1,338), offers the cheapest pricing from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines (average of $255). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,164). 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 airline flying from Heathrow to Des Moines

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Heathrow 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$1,338Average$1,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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