How long is the flight from Des Moines to London?

A quick flight from Des Moines to London can take about 12h 25m. Lufthansa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $596. The distance from Des Moines to London is about 4176 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

Virgin Atlantic, at $607, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to London.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. Virgin Atlantic is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London 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 when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London, 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).

What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to London?

The most popular route from Des Moines to London is Des Moines - London Heathrow. You may also consider Des Moines - London City or Des Moines - London Gatwick.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to London?

When booking a flight from Des Moines to London, you may want to consider flying on United Airlines, British Airways or American Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

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Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Des Moines-London 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 Des Moines-London flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to London?

If you book a flight to London 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 per day from 5 different airlines.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to London?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to London by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

Tue 12/169:00 amDSM - LHR

1 stop18h 40mUnited Airlines

Wed 12/2411:10 amLHR - DSM

2 stops16h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$828

Tue 12/162:16 pmDSM - LHR

1 stop11h 34mKLM

Wed 12/2411:05 amLHR - DSM

1 stop14h 57mKLM

Deal found 12/11

$858

Fri 12/2612:08 pmDSM - LHR

1 stop12h 57mKLM

Sat 1/1011:05 amLHR - DSM

1 stop16h 19mKLM

Deal found 12/11

$900

Tue 12/162:59 pmDSM - LHR

2 stops14h 41mDelta

Wed 12/248:40 amLHR - DSM

2 stops17h 22mDelta

Deal found 12/11

$902

Fri 12/2612:08 pmDSM - LHR

1 stop12h 57mVirgin Atlantic

Sat 1/109:40 amLHR - DSM

2 stops17h 44mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 12/11

$904

Wed 12/1711:23 amDSM - LHR

1 stop14h 27mMultiple Airlines

Tue 12/231:00 pmLHR - DSM

1 stop13h 44mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$979

Fri 12/268:00 amDSM - LHR

2 stops17h 10mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/106:00 pmLHR - DSM

2 stops33h 50mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$1,031

Wed 12/178:00 amDSM - LHR

1 stop17h 55mUnited Airlines

Sun 12/281:00 pmLHR - DSM

2 stops27h 50mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$1,055

Wed 12/173:17 pmDSM - LHR

1 stop10h 38mUnited Airlines

Tue 12/237:25 amLHR - DSM

1 stop13h 08mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$1,072

Wed 12/1711:23 amDSM - LHR

1 stop14h 27mKLM

Sun 12/2811:05 amLHR - DSM

1 stop14h 57mKLM

Deal found 12/11

$1,202

Wed 12/178:00 amDSM - LHR

2 stops18h 30mAir Canada

Tue 12/236:00 pmLHR - DSM

2 stops31h 29mAir Canada

Deal found 12/10

$1,217

Fri 12/268:00 amDSM - LHR

3 stops17h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/1011:10 amLHR - DSM

2 stops16h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$1,230

Best flights from Des Moines to London
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to London that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Sat 2/2811:30 amDSM - LHR

1 stop12h 25mLufthansa

Sat 3/76:35 amLHR - DSM

2 stops21h 10mLufthansa

Deal found 12/10

$596

Mon 1/2610:59 amDSM - LHR

1 stop14h 06mVirgin Atlantic

Mon 2/28:55 amLHR - DSM

1 stop13h 33mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 12/11

$611

Sat 1/241:03 pmDSM - LHR

1 stop13h 57mKLM

Sat 1/316:30 amLHR - DSM

2 stops16h 38mKLM

Deal found 12/10

$618

Thu 1/223:35 pmDSM - LHR

1 stop10h 20mUnited Airlines

Thu 1/2911:10 amLHR - DSM

2 stops16h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/9

$619

Sun 1/256:00 amDSM - LGW

2 stops19h 30mAmerican Airlines

Sun 2/112:30 pmLGW - DSM

2 stops33h 14mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$646

Thu 1/2211:42 amDSM - LCY

2 stops20h 23mIberia

Thu 1/297:50 amLCY - DSM

2 stops19h 14mIberia

Deal found 12/9

$789

Thu 1/84:30 pmDSM - LGW

2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines

Thu 1/152:00 pmLGW - DSM

1 stop29h 18mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$849

Wed 1/711:30 amDSM - LHR

1 stop17h 45mLufthansa

Wed 1/216:35 amLHR - DSM

2 stops21h 15mLufthansa

Deal found 12/9

$596

Sat 1/2410:59 amDSM - LHR

2 stops23h 06mVirgin Atlantic

Sat 1/313:50 pmLHR - DSM

1 stop30h 38mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 12/10

$614

Mon 1/2610:59 amDSM - LHR

1 stop14h 06mKLM

Mon 2/211:45 amLHR - DSM

2 stops15h 09mKLM

Deal found 12/11

$620

Sat 1/2411:30 amDSM - LHR

2 stops15h 15mLufthansa

Sat 1/318:30 amLHR - DSM

2 stops19h 20mLufthansa

Deal found 12/10

$614

Sat 1/2410:59 amDSM - LCY

2 stops24h 21mVirgin Atlantic

Sat 1/3110:00 amLCY - DSM

2 stops40h 54mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 12/11

$628

Tue 1/1311:30 amDSM - LHR

1 stop12h 25mLufthansa

Tue 1/2011:10 amLHR - DSM

2 stops16h 40mLufthansa

Deal found 12/10

$619

Tue 1/1311:26 amDSM - LCY

2 stops13h 49mVirgin Atlantic

Tue 1/2010:00 amLCY - DSM

2 stops16h 54mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 12/10

$655

Thu 1/2211:42 amDSM - LGW

2 stops25h 18mMultiple Airlines

Thu 1/297:40 pmLGW - DSM

2 stops50h 44mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$868

Mon 1/1911:42 amDSM - LGW

2 stops25h 18mIberia

Mon 1/267:40 pmLGW - DSM

2 stops31h 24mIberia

Deal found 12/11

$888

Tue 12/1611:23 amDSM - LCY

2 stops15h 27mDelta

Wed 12/248:40 amLCY - DSM

2 stops17h 22mDelta

Deal found 12/11

$1,885

Mon 1/1911:42 amDSM - LCY

2 stops20h 53mIberia

Mon 1/267:15 pmLCY - DSM

2 stops31h 49mIberia

Deal found 12/11

$940

Sat 1/2411:42 amDSM - LGW

2 stops25h 13mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/3111:45 amLGW - DSM

2 stops58h 39mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/9

$971

Sun 1/2511:30 amDSM - LGW

3 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines

Sun 2/18:25 amLGW - DSM

3 stops42h 56mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$1,068

Fri 2/2010:09 amDSM - LGW

2 stops26h 51mIberia

Tue 2/247:40 pmLGW - DSM

2 stops32h 46mIberia

Deal found 12/9

$1,070

Sat 1/2411:42 amDSM - LGW

2 stops25h 13mIberia

Sat 1/317:40 pmLGW - DSM

2 stops31h 24mIberia

Deal found 12/10

$1,113

Fri 2/2010:09 amDSM - LGW

2 stops26h 51mIberia

Fri 2/2711:45 amLGW - DSM

2 stops40h 40mIberia

Deal found 12/10

$1,143

Sun 1/2511:42 amDSM - LGW

2 stops25h 18mIberia

Sat 1/317:40 pmLGW - DSM

2 stops31h 24mIberia

Deal found 12/10

$1,166

Sun 12/286:46 pmDSM - LCY

2 stops32h 29mLufthansa

Mon 1/59:50 amLCY - DSM

2 stops37h 57mLufthansa

Deal found 12/10

$1,748

Wed 12/171:17 pmDSM - LCY

2 stops17h 23mMultiple Airlines

Tue 12/236:50 amLCY - DSM

2 stops17h 36mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$1,798

Thu 1/811:42 amDSM - LCY

2 stops39h 08mIberia

Thu 1/157:50 amLCY - DSM

2 stops19h 14mIberia

Deal found 12/11

$1,363

Mon 1/511:35 amDSM - LCY

2 stops15h 40mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/146:10 pmLCY - DSM

2 stops29h 37mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$1,886

Thu 12/1811:23 amDSM - LCY

2 stops15h 27mDelta

Mon 1/57:45 amLCY - DSM

2 stops19h 39mDelta

Deal found 12/10

$2,946

Last-minute flights from Des Moines to London
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to London. Data last updated December 12, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Wed 1/711:30 amDSM - LHR

1 stop17h 45mLufthansa

Wed 1/216:35 amLHR - DSM

2 stops21h 15mLufthansa

Deal found 12/9

$596

Thu 1/86:48 pmDSM - LHR

1 stop10h 27mLufthansa

Thu 1/157:30 amLHR - DSM

2 stops20h 20mLufthansa

Deal found 12/11

$606

Thu 1/84:30 pmDSM - LGW

2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines

Thu 1/152:00 pmLGW - DSM

1 stop29h 18mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$849

Tue 1/1312:04 pmDSM - LCY

2 stops13h 11mVirgin Atlantic

Tue 1/2010:00 amLCY - DSM

2 stops16h 54mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 12/11

$655

Thu 1/2211:42 amDSM - LCY

2 stops20h 23mIberia

Thu 1/297:50 amLCY - DSM

2 stops19h 14mIberia

Deal found 12/9

$789

Thu 1/2211:42 amDSM - LGW

2 stops25h 18mMultiple Airlines

Thu 1/297:40 pmLGW - DSM

2 stops50h 44mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$868

Sat 1/2411:30 amDSM - LHR

1 stop12h 25mLufthansa

Sat 1/316:35 amLHR - DSM

2 stops17h 12mLufthansa

Deal found 12/10

$590

Sat 1/2412:25 pmDSM - LHR

1 stop14h 40mVirgin Atlantic

Sat 1/313:50 pmLHR - DSM

1 stop30h 38mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 12/10

$609

Sat 1/247:50 amDSM - LHR

1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/318:30 amLHR - DSM

2 stops19h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$611

Sat 1/2410:59 amDSM - LCY

2 stops24h 21mVirgin Atlantic

Sat 1/3110:00 amLCY - DSM

2 stops40h 54mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 12/11

$628

Sun 1/255:16 pmDSM - LHR

1 stop12h 24mVirgin Atlantic

Sun 2/111:45 amLHR - DSM

2 stops15h 09mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 12/10

$562

Sun 1/256:00 amDSM - LGW

2 stops19h 30mAmerican Airlines

Sun 2/112:30 pmLGW - DSM

2 stops33h 14mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$621

One-way flights from Des Moines to London
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to London. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

Mon 3/161:40 pmDSM - LHR

1 stop13h 55mBritish Airways

Deal found 12/11

$224

Sun 3/157:44 pmDSM - LHR

1 stop10h 51mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$233

Sat 5/26:19 pmDSM - LHR

1 stop30h 31mBritish Airways

Deal found 12/10

$234

Wed 4/2912:49 pmDSM - LHR

2 stops23h 11mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$242

Sun 3/151:40 pmDSM - LHR

1 stop16h 55mBritish Airways

Deal found 12/10

$246

Sat 1/2411:30 amDSM - LGW

3 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$286

Mon 3/1610:40 amDSM - LHR

2 stops16h 25mDelta

Deal found 12/11

$301

Sun 1/257:00 amDSM - LHR

2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$310

Sun 1/254:30 pmDSM - LGW

3 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/10

$316

Sat 5/26:19 pmDSM - LHR

2 stops32h 46mAer Lingus

Deal found 12/10

$323

Sat 1/1711:30 amDSM - LHR

1 stop12h 25mLufthansa

Deal found 12/11

$329

Thu 1/154:30 pmDSM - LGW

3 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/11

$330

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Most accurate provider	eDreams 3 stars
Most trusted provider	eDreams 3 stars
Round-trip from	$562 (Ticket)
One-way from	$224 (British Airways)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$1,651

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One-way flight from Des Moines to London (LON)

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($86 potential increase over avg. RT price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($63 potential savings vs. average RT price).

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

11:30 am-5:55 am

1 stop12h 25m

London Heathrow

Sat 3/7

6:35 am-9:45 pm

2 stops21h 10m

$596

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Wed 1/7

11:30 am-11:15 am

1 stop17h 45m

London Heathrow

Wed 1/21

6:35 am-9:50 pm

2 stops21h 15m

$596

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Mon 1/26

10:59 am-7:05 am

1 stop14h 06m

London Heathrow

Mon 2/2

8:55 am-4:28 pm

1 stop13h 33m

$611

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

10:59 am-4:05 pm

2 stops23h 06m

London Heathrow

Sat 1/31

3:50 pm-4:28 pm

1 stop30h 38m

$614

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

11:30 am-8:45 am

2 stops15h 15m

London Heathrow

Sat 1/31

8:30 am-9:50 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$614

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

1:03 pm-9:00 am

1 stop13h 57m

London Heathrow

Sat 1/31

6:30 am-5:08 pm

2 stops16h 38m

$618

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

3:35 pm-7:55 am

1 stop10h 20m

London Heathrow

Thu 1/29

11:10 am-9:50 pm

2 stops16h 40m

$619

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 1/13

11:30 am-5:55 am

1 stop12h 25m

London Heathrow

Tue 1/20

11:10 am-9:50 pm

2 stops16h 40m

$619

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Mon 1/26

10:59 am-7:05 am

1 stop14h 06m

London Heathrow

Mon 2/2

11:45 am-8:54 pm

2 stops15h 09m

$620

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LCY

DSMLCY

Des Moines

Sat 1/24

10:59 am-5:20 pm

2 stops24h 21m

London City

Sat 1/31

10:00 am-8:54 pm

2 stops40h 54m

$628

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Deals found on 12/11

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to London

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to London in December.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrant	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Ovago	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*2 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 Des Moines-London flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-London flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-London flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-London 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 Des Moines-London 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 Des Moines to London

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to London, you should look to book at least 67 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?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to London (average of $620). Flying from Des Moines to London in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,060). 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 LON?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to London at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing London

See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and United Airlines from Des Moines to London have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

Virgin Atlantic

7.5

Good

675 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,095 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,049 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,571 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,005 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to London?
If you book a flight to London 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 per day from 5 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Des Moines to London?
A quick flight from Des Moines to London can take about 12h 25m. Lufthansa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $596. The distance from Des Moines to London is about 4176 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to London round-trip?
Virgin Atlantic, at $607, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to London.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. Virgin Atlantic is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to London?
The most popular route from Des Moines to London is Des Moines - London Heathrow. You may also consider Des Moines - London City or Des Moines - London Gatwick.
Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to London that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to London flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to London?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to London.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to London?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to London 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?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to London (average of $620). Flying from Des Moines to London in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,060). 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 London

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Virgin Atlantic	Cheapest$607	Average$941	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
Delta	Cheapest$621	Average$823	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$723	Average$877	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
British Airways	Cheapest$727	Average$926	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
American Airlines	Cheapest$751	Average$1,024	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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