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$838+ Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Des Moines (DSM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — DSM
Dec 20 — Dec 271
Sat 12/20
Sat 12/27
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 20, 2025.

This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:40 amLHR - DSM
2 stops21h 54mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/82:16 pmDSM - LHR
2 stops21h 24mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/18$838
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:30 amLHR - DSM
2 stops19h 07mLufthansa
Mon 12/86:50 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop10h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 11/19$1,108
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/42:10 pmLHR - DSM
1 stop14h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/83:38 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop14h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/1710:25 amLHR - DSM
1 stop12h 59mLufthansa
Thu 1/226:48 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop10h 27mLufthansa
Deal found 11/19$1,137
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/47:15 pmMAN - DSM
2 stops33h 19mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/82:16 pmDSM - MAN
2 stops22h 19mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,146
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/1710:25 amLHR - DSM
1 stop12h 59mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/2211:30 amDSM - LHR
2 stops15h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,156
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/411:20 amLGW - DSM
2 stops42h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/83:18 pmDSM - LGW
2 stops58h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,166
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:00 amLHR - DSM
3 stops46h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/228:30 amDSM - LHR
3 stops46h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,171
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/41:30 pmMAN - DSM
1 stop15h 04mDelta
Mon 12/86:33 pmDSM - MAN
2 stops15h 32mDelta
Deal found 11/19$1,252
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/277:45 amLCY - DSM
2 stops31h 56mDelta
Mon 12/111:28 amDSM - LCY
2 stops13h 47mDelta
Deal found 11/18$1,487

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Des Moines

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Round-trip from

$838
(Scandinavian Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

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Average price

$995
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Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Price

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 12/4

6:40 am-10:34 pm

2 stops21h 54m

Des Moines

Mon 12/8

2:16 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops21h 24m

$838

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Sun 4/12

10:20 am-10:40 pm

2 stops42h 20m

Des Moines

Wed 4/22

5:15 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$1,020

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 3/5

8:30 am-9:45 pm

2 stops19h 15m

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

6:49 pm-11:15 am

1 stop11h 26m

$1,093

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 12/4

8:30 am-9:37 pm

2 stops19h 07m

Des Moines

Mon 12/8

6:50 pm-11:15 am

1 stop10h 25m

$1,108

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 12/4

2:10 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop14h 19m

Des Moines

Mon 12/8

3:38 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop14h 37m

$1,131

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Thu 3/5

11:10 am-9:45 pm

2 stops16h 35m

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

3:34 pm-11:20 am

2 stops14h 46m

$1,137

LondonDes Moines

LCY - DSM

LCYDSM

London City

Thu 2/5

6:15 pm-5:47 pm

2 stops29h 32m

Des Moines

Mon 2/9

11:30 am-5:40 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$1,138

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Thu 12/4

7:15 pm-10:34 pm

2 stops33h 19m

Des Moines

Mon 12/8

2:16 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops22h 19m

$1,146

LondonDes Moines

LHR - DSM

LHRDSM

London Heathrow

Wed 12/17

1:35 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop14h 02m

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

6:48 pm-11:15 am

1 stop10h 27m

$1,147

ManchesterDes Moines

MAN - DSM

MANDSM

Manchester

Thu 3/5

11:15 am-9:45 pm

2 stops16h 30m

Des Moines

Mon 3/9

6:49 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops17h 11m

$1,159

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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 $255). Flying from United Kingdom to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,110). 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 November 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with British Airways from the United Kingdom to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,533 reviews

Crew

7.6

Comfort

6.7

Food

6.3

Overall

6.7

Entertainment

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
7,533 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,533 reviews

Crew

7.6

Comfort

6.7

Food

6.3

Overall

6.7

Entertainment

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.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from United Kingdom?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from United Kingdom to Des Moines. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Des Moines’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Des Moines?

    There are many flights that can get you from United Kingdom to Des Moines in 19h 15m. Fly via Scandinavian Airlines, Lufthansa, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from United Kingdom to Des Moines is about 4176 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Des Moines?

    When deciding which route to take from United Kingdom to Des Moines consider London Heathrow - Des Moines, Manchester - Des Moines or London City - Des Moines as they are the most popular.

  • 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 vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

    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 $255). Flying from United Kingdom to Des Moines in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,110). 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 United Kingdom to Des Moines

Discover the top airline 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$1,338Average$1,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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