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$529+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Gatwick (LGW)

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 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LGW
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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$1,005
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$541
(Orbitz)
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Gatwick
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This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/912:48 pmDSM - LGW
2 stops15h 22mIberia
Sat 10/188:40 pmLGW - DSM
2 stops27h 23mIberia
Deal found 1/20$969
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/76:40 amDSM - LGW
2 stops18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/1411:20 amLGW - DSM
2 stops31h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,005
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Fri 5/2311:04 amDSM - LGW
2 stops16h 56mDelta
Tue 6/312:00 pmLGW - DSM
2 stops14h 45mDelta
Deal found 1/20$1,174
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 3/46:50 pmDSM - LGW
3 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/1111:40 amLGW - DSM
2 stops34h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,223
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 5/196:12 pmDSM - LGW
2 stops19h 48mBritish Airways
Tue 5/2710:50 amLGW - DSM
2 stops36h 54mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,260

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Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Tue 2/4

6:30 am-9:45 am

3 stops21h 15m

London Gatwick

Tue 2/18

11:40 am-5:12 pm

3 stops35h 32m

$929

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Wed 6/4

10:55 am-10:00 am

2 stops17h 05m

London Gatwick

Fri 6/13

12:00 pm-8:42 pm

2 stops14h 42m

$1,188

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Wed 5/21

11:51 am-10:10 am

2 stops40h 19m

London Gatwick

Sat 5/31

10:50 am-9:45 pm

2 stops16h 55m

$2,496

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Sun 7/6

11:04 am-10:00 am

2 stops16h 56m

$529

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Sun 4/13

2:09 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops23h 51m

$541

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Sun 6/22

7:00 am-10:50 pm

3 stops33h 50m

$761

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Wed 6/18

6:13 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops19h 47m

$863

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

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Gatwick

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Rainfall in Gatwick by month

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

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

Temperature in Gatwick by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London Gatwick 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 Gatwick

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Gatwick. 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 Gatwick. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Iberia
7.0
Good
2,646 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,834 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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 London Gatwick?

    If you book a flight to London Gatwick 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 Gatwick per day from 1 airline.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to London Gatwick Airport (average of $580). Flying from Des Moines to London Gatwick Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $822). 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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