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$294+ 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 10/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LHR
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to United Kingdom

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Round-trip from

$590
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$294
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$851
From Des Moines to United Kingdom
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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 September 17, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/710:50 amDSM - LHR
1 stop14h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 10/1611:45 amLHR - DSM
1 stop14h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/16$590
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 11/2811:30 amDSM - INV
2 stops18h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1010:30 amINV - DSM
2 stops19h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$599
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 11/1011:28 amDSM - LHR
2 stops25h 02mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 11/136:40 amLHR - DSM
2 stops21h 53mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/14$616
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/16:30 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop13h 00mDelta
Wed 10/811:30 amLHR - DSM
2 stops17h 00mDelta
Deal found 9/15$623
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/75:32 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop13h 38mKLM
Thu 10/1612:25 pmLHR - DSM
1 stop14h 38mKLM
Deal found 9/15$624
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/75:32 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop13h 38mDelta
Thu 10/168:40 amLHR - DSM
2 stops17h 55mDelta
Deal found 9/16$625
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 10/152:13 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop14h 57mKLM
Thu 10/2312:25 pmLHR - DSM
1 stop14h 38mKLM
Deal found 9/16$631
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Tue 10/216:39 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop12h 51mKLM
Tue 10/288:55 amLHR - DSM
1 stop13h 49mKLM
Deal found 9/17$632
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sun 11/305:26 pmDSM - INV
2 stops19h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/812:20 pmINV - DSM
2 stops15h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$639
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sun 11/301:06 pmDSM - INV
2 stops23h 54mBritish Airways
Mon 12/87:45 pmINV - DSM
2 stops32h 17mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/17$643
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 11/152:17 pmDSM - MAN
2 stops22h 18mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 11/197:15 pmMAN - DSM
2 stops33h 18mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/14$668
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/910:50 amDSM - LGW
2 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/132:00 pmLGW - DSM
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$677

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to United Kingdom 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 September 17, 2025.
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 Moines

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United Kingdom

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Des MoinesInverness

DSM - INV

DSMINV

Des Moines

Fri 11/28

11:30 am-11:50 am

2 stops18h 20m

Inverness

Wed 12/10

10:30 am-11:48 pm

2 stops19h 18m

$599

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 10/7

5:32 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop13h 38m

London Heathrow

Thu 10/16

11:45 am-8:35 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$623

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 10/7

5:32 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop13h 38m

London Heathrow

Thu 10/16

6:30 am-9:03 pm

2 stops20h 33m

$624

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sun 11/30

11:00 am-7:05 am

1 stop14h 05m

London Heathrow

Tue 12/9

11:30 am-10:33 pm

2 stops17h 03m

$624

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Wed 10/1

2:05 pm-11:25 am

2 stops15h 20m

London Heathrow

Wed 10/8

11:30 am-10:30 pm

2 stops17h 00m

$627

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Wed 10/15

10:50 am-10:15 am

2 stops17h 25m

London Heathrow

Thu 10/23

8:40 am-9:03 pm

2 stops18h 23m

$629

Des MoinesInverness

DSM - INV

DSMINV

Des Moines

Sun 11/30

5:26 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops19h 34m

Inverness

Mon 12/8

12:20 pm-10:02 pm

2 stops15h 42m

$639

Des MoinesInverness

DSM - INV

DSMINV

Des Moines

Sun 11/30

1:06 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops23h 54m

Inverness

Mon 12/8

7:45 pm-10:02 pm

2 stops32h 17m

$643

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

10:50 am-6:00 am

2 stops37h 10m

London Gatwick

Thu 11/13

2:00 pm-10:00 am

1 stop26h 00m

$677

Des MoinesInverness

DSM - INV

DSMINV

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

9:30 am-11:50 am

2 stops21h 20m

Inverness

Fri 11/7

11:25 am-10:40 am

2 stops29h 15m

$681

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to the United Kingdom

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 $1,097). 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 September 17, 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.

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 September 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic from Des Moines to the United Kingdom 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
664 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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!
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,367 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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

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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.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to United Kingdom in 13h 38m. Fly via American Airlines, KLM, or Delta to get the fastest option. Des Moines and United Kingdom are separated by a distance of 4176 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $443 on Air Canada. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $449 and British Airways from $450 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - Manchester 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.

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

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

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

    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 $1,097). 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$684Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$687Average$978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$696Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$705Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$738Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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