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$299+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Heathrow (LHR)

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 7/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LHR
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to London Heathrow are usually found in October or January, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Heathrow (LHR). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$649
(Ticket)

One-way from

$299
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,325
From Des Moines to London Heathrow
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Heathrow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Heathrow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2211:24 amDSM - LHR
1 stop17h 46mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 7/2912:25 pmLHR - DSM
1 stop14h 32mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/11$649
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 7/156:05 amDSM - LHR
1 stop20h 50mDelta
Thu 7/246:15 amLHR - DSM
2 stops20h 18mDelta
Deal found 6/10$703
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/142:29 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop14h 41mKLM
Wed 7/2311:45 amLHR - DSM
1 stop14h 48mKLM
Deal found 6/10$704
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/208:00 amDSM - LHR
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/36:55 amLHR - DSM
2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$726
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/212:21 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop15h 54mIberia
Wed 10/17:30 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops34h 05mIberia
Deal found 6/12$727
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2111:35 amDSM - LHR
1 stop14h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/32:05 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops30h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$728
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Mon 9/223:25 pmDSM - LHR
2 stops14h 25mAir Canada
Tue 9/302:05 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops28h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$734
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/1611:23 amDSM - LHR
2 stops25h 07mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 9/66:40 amLHR - DSM
2 stops22h 03mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$762
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/56:50 pmDSM - LHR
2 stops21h 50mLufthansa
Wed 8/207:10 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops32h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$768
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/204:20 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop10h 45mBritish Airways
Sat 10/49:15 amLHR - DSM
1 stop12h 18mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/11$869

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Heathrow 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to London Heathrow Airport that are best for you.

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Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 7/22

11:24 am-11:10 am

1 stop17h 46m

London Heathrow

Tue 7/29

12:25 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop14h 32m

$649

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 7/15

6:05 am-8:55 am

1 stop20h 50m

London Heathrow

Thu 7/24

6:15 am-8:33 pm

2 stops20h 18m

$703

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Mon 7/14

2:29 pm-11:10 am

1 stop14h 41m

London Heathrow

Wed 7/23

11:45 am-8:33 pm

1 stop14h 48m

$704

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Wed 8/20

8:00 am-6:30 am

2 stops16h 30m

London Heathrow

Wed 9/3

6:55 am-9:45 pm

2 stops20h 50m

$726

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 8/26

6:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop11h 30m

London Heathrow

Wed 9/3

2:05 pm-10:39 am

2 stops26h 34m

$728

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Mon 8/4

6:09 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops16h 11m

London Heathrow

Thu 8/21

7:10 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops34h 17m

$753

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 8/5

6:24 am-6:30 am

2 stops18h 06m

London Heathrow

Fri 8/22

9:30 am-5:13 pm

2 stops37h 43m

$756

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sat 8/16

11:23 am-6:30 pm

2 stops25h 07m

London Heathrow

Sat 9/6

6:40 am-10:43 pm

2 stops22h 03m

$762

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 8/5

6:50 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops21h 50m

London Heathrow

Wed 8/20

7:10 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops32h 35m

$768

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sat 7/26

10:18 am-8:55 am

1 stop16h 37m

London Heathrow

Sat 8/2

12:25 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop14h 32m

$834

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Heathrow

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to London Heathrow Airport, you should look to book at least 63 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to London Heathrow Airport (average of $661). Flying from Des Moines to London Heathrow Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,108). 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 DSM to LHR?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Heathrow. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to London Heathrow Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Heathrow by month

Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London Heathrow Airport ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. July is typically the driest time to visit London Heathrow Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Heathrow by month

Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London Heathrow Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Heathrow

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heathrow. 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 Heathrow. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM and United Airlines from Des Moines to London by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
652 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Scandinavian Airlines
7.3
Good
1,387 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Heathrow. 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 from for flights from Des Moines to London Heathrow?

    If you book a flight to London Heathrow from Des Moines, you will be flying from 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 Des Moines to London Heathrow per day from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to London Heathrow Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Virgin Atlantic is currently your cheapest option to London Heathrow Airport, with prices starting at $649. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and KLM, with the lowest prices starting at $703 and $704, respectively. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to London Heathrow Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Canada. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $453. Users have also found prices from $457 and $474 on British Airways and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to London Heathrow Airport (average of $661). Flying from Des Moines to London Heathrow Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,108). 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 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Heathrow

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Heathrow. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$664Average$836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$676Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$688Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$701Average$874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$705Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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