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$301+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to the United Kingdom

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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LHR
mai 4 — mai 111
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AranGrant
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Round-trip from

$726
(StudentUniverse)

One-way from

$301
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$879
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to United Kingdom
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to United Kingdom. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on avril 29, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 11/3012:46 pmDSM - INV
2 stops16h 24mBritish Airways
lun. 12/812:20 pmINV - DSM
2 stops37h 46mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$617
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
ven. 11/2812:46 pmDSM - INV
2 stops16h 59mAmerican Airlines
mer. 12/1010:30 amINV - DSM
3 stops19h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$672
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 10/129:27 amDSM - LHR
1 stop22h 58mFinnair
lun. 10/204:10 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops32h 17mFinnair
Deal found 4/29$726
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 8/178:00 amDSM - EDI
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
mar. 8/2611:15 amEDI - DSM
2 stops31h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$732
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
dim. 8/108:00 amDSM - EDI
1 stop18h 25mUnited Airlines
jeu. 8/219:00 amEDI - DSM
2 stops33h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$738
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
dim. 8/175:45 amDSM - EDI
1 stop20h 15mKLM
mer. 8/279:00 amEDI - DSM
1 stop19h 22mKLM
Deal found 4/28$755
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
dim. 9/142:00 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop16h 15mBritish Airways
mar. 9/236:10 amLHR - DSM
2 stops17h 29mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/29$765
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/156:09 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop10h 46mMultiple Airlines
mer. 9/2411:05 amLHR - DSM
1 stop12h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$789
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mar. 11/186:18 pmDSM - MAN
2 stops13h 42mBritish Airways
dim. 11/237:50 pmMAN - DSM
2 stops30h 22mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$794
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dim. 10/122:00 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop14h 30mIberia
lun. 10/202:25 pmLHR - DSM
1 stop12h 19mIberia
Deal found 4/29$798
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ven. 8/811:24 amDSM - LGW
2 stops16h 36mDelta
mer. 8/2012:00 pmLGW - DSM
2 stops16h 22mDelta
Deal found 4/28$800
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jeu. 10/235:25 pmDSM - MAN
2 stops14h 00mDelta
jeu. 10/3012:00 pmMAN - DSM
1 stop15h 23mDelta
Deal found 4/28$802

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to the United Kingdom that are best for you.

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Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

dim. 10/12

9:27 am-2:25 pm

1 stop22h 58m

London Heathrow

lun. 10/20

4:10 pm-6:27 pm

2 stops32h 17m

$726

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

dim. 8/17

8:00 am-8:25 am

1 stop18h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

mar. 8/26

11:15 am-12:23 pm

2 stops31h 08m

$732

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

dim. 8/10

8:00 am-8:25 am

1 stop18h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

jeu. 8/21

9:00 am-12:23 pm

2 stops33h 23m

$738

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

dim. 9/14

1:10 pm-6:20 am

1 stop11h 10m

London Heathrow

mar. 9/23

2:05 pm-10:39 am

2 stops26h 34m

$765

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

dim. 9/14

2:00 pm-9:10 am

1 stop13h 10m

London Heathrow

mar. 9/23

1:10 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop13h 34m

$788

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

lun. 9/15

6:09 pm-10:55 am

1 stop10h 46m

London Heathrow

mer. 9/24

11:05 am-5:39 pm

1 stop12h 34m

$789

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

dim. 10/12

2:00 pm-10:30 am

1 stop14h 30m

London Heathrow

lun. 10/20

2:25 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop12h 19m

$798

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

ven. 8/8

11:24 am-10:00 am

2 stops16h 36m

London Gatwick

mer. 8/20

12:00 pm-10:22 pm

2 stops16h 22m

$800

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

dim. 8/10

6:40 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop12h 50m

London Heathrow

lun. 8/25

6:30 am-2:04 pm

2 stops13h 34m

$824

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

lun. 9/15

2:14 pm-11:10 am

1 stop14h 56m

London Heathrow

mer. 9/24

3:15 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop13h 08m

$834

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to United Kingdom?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to United Kingdom (average of $661). Flying from Des Moines to United Kingdom in June 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to GB?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to United Kingdom. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated avril 29, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to United Kingdom as you normally would.

Rainfall in United Kingdom by month

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

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

Temperature in United Kingdom by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to United Kingdom, 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 United Kingdom

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Kingdom. 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 United Kingdom. Reviews last updated avril 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM and Finnair from Des Moines to United Kingdom by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,273 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,446 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to United Kingdom. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to United Kingdom one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $457 on Aer Lingus. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include British Airways from $459 and KLM from $466 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - London Gatwick or Des Moines - London City, Des Moines - London Heathrow is the most popular route from Des Moines to United Kingdom.

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to United Kingdom (average of $661). Flying from Des Moines to United Kingdom in June 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 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to United Kingdom

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to United Kingdom. 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 avril 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$534Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$640Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$664Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$670Average$1,053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$705Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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