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$541+ 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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — DSM
Feb 19 — Feb 261
Thu 2/19
Thu 2/26
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 January 20, 2026.

This The Travel House deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 The Travel House is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/107:30 pm
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops32h 56m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 9/242:15 pm
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops21h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/19$835
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/259:00 am
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops18h 41m
United Airlines
Sun 3/111:30 am
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop14h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/18$938
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/69:00 am
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops18h 40m
United Airlines
Mon 3/96:49 pm
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop11h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$940
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/68:30 am
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops15h 38m
Lufthansa
Mon 3/92:04 pm
DSM
-
LHR
2 stops14h 41m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/20$952
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/61:35 pm
LHR
-
DSM
1 stop14h 05m
Lufthansa
Wed 3/112:04 pm
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop10h 51m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/20$955
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/1510:25 am
LHR
-
DSM
1 stop13h 22m
Lufthansa
Sat 2/216:55 pm
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop10h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/19$956
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/1512:05 pm
LHR
-
DSM
2 stops15h 36m
United Airlines
Sat 2/2111:30 am
DSM
-
LHR
1 stop12h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$975

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 January 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
1 star

Round-trip from

$938
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$541
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$880
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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 January 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Heathrow

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Des Moines

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LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 2/25

9:00 am-9:41 pm

2 stops18h 41m

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

11:30 am-7:55 am

1 stop14h 25m

$938

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Fri 3/6

9:00 am-9:40 pm

2 stops18h 40m

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

6:49 pm-11:15 am

1 stop11h 26m

$940

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Fri 3/6

9:00 am-9:40 pm

2 stops18h 40m

Des Moines

Wed 3/11

11:26 am-11:15 am

1 stop18h 49m

$940

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Fri 3/6

8:30 am-6:08 pm

2 stops15h 38m

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

2:04 pm-9:45 am

2 stops14h 41m

$952

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sun 2/15

10:25 am-5:47 pm

1 stop13h 22m

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

6:55 pm-11:15 am

1 stop10h 20m

$956

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sun 2/15

12:05 pm-9:41 pm

2 stops15h 36m

Des Moines

Sat 2/21

11:30 am-5:55 am

1 stop12h 25m

$975

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sat 5/2

1:05 pm-1:46 pm

2 stops30h 41m

$541

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sat 6/13

10:50 am-2:18 pm

3 stops33h 28m

$628

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Mon 5/4

7:05 am-11:29 pm

3 stops22h 24m

$675

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sun 5/3

9:25 pm-10:42 pm

2 stops31h 17m

$694

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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on London Heathrow Airport-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on London Heathrow Airport-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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

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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 January 16, 2026.

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 $1,092). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines?

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 January 20, 2026.
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
7,690 reviews

Crew

7.6

Food

6.4

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.7

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
7,690 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,690 reviews

Crew

7.6

Food

6.4

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.7

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 18h 41m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $938. The distance from London Heathrow Airport to Des Moines is about 4176 mi.

  • 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 $1,092). 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 January 20, 2026.
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,338Average$1,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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