Heathrow

$460+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Heathrow (LHR)

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DSM — LHR
Apr 29 — May 61
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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

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Heathrow

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 April 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$766
(United)

One-way from

$460
(Ovago)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$846
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-London Heathrow flight deals.
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From Des Moines to London Heathrow
One-way flight from Des Moines to London Heathrow
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($87 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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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 April 24, 2025.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 9/1011:35 amDSM - LHR
2 stops12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/232:05 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops28h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$766
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 9/142:37 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop16h 33mDelta
Tue 9/2311:45 amLHR - DSM
1 stop15h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/23$787
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/12:37 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop15h 38mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 12/128:50 amLHR - DSM
2 stops18h 34mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/23$793
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 9/206:51 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop29h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/308:30 amLHR - DSM
1 stop11h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$794
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Mon 9/226:51 pmDSM - LHR
2 stops17h 34mLufthansa
Wed 10/16:30 amLHR - DSM
2 stops16h 44mLufthansa
Deal found 4/23$800
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 9/153:25 pmDSM - LHR
2 stops14h 25mAir Canada
Wed 9/242:05 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops30h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 4/23$818
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 9/192:37 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop16h 33mKLM
Sun 9/289:20 amLHR - DSM
1 stop19h 03mKLM
Deal found 4/23$889
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/293:08 pmDSM - LHR
2 stops16h 47mAer Lingus
Tue 5/61:25 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops16h 14mAer Lingus
Deal found 4/22$938
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Tue 4/2911:54 amDSM - LHR
1 stop13h 26mBritish Airways
Tue 5/66:10 amLHR - DSM
2 stops17h 33mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/22$940
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 9/206:09 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop31h 11mIberia
Wed 10/17:30 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops31h 14mIberia
Deal found 4/23$999
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 5/212:01 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop13h 04mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/133:00 pmLHR - DSM
1 stop13h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,045
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 12/12:14 pmDSM - LHR
2 stops19h 46mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 12/127:05 amLHR - DSM
3 stops21h 18mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,099

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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

Wed 9/10

11:35 am-6:30 am

2 stops12h 55m

London Heathrow

Tue 9/23

2:05 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops28h 18m

$766

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sun 9/14

2:37 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop16h 33m

London Heathrow

Tue 9/23

11:45 am-8:50 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$787

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

6:51 pm-6:20 am

1 stop29h 29m

London Heathrow

Tue 9/30

8:30 am-2:28 pm

1 stop11h 58m

$794

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Mon 9/22

6:51 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops17h 34m

London Heathrow

Wed 10/1

6:30 am-5:14 pm

2 stops16h 44m

$800

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

3:25 pm-11:50 am

2 stops14h 25m

London Heathrow

Wed 9/24

2:05 pm-2:28 pm

2 stops30h 23m

$818

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Fri 9/19

2:37 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop16h 33m

London Heathrow

Sun 9/28

9:20 am-10:23 pm

1 stop19h 03m

$889

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

6:13 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops13h 12m

London Heathrow

Tue 5/20

8:50 am-11:39 pm

2 stops20h 49m

$939

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

2:20 pm-6:50 am

1 stop10h 30m

London Heathrow

Tue 5/20

12:15 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop11h 28m

$964

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

6:09 pm-7:20 am

1 stop31h 11m

London Heathrow

Wed 10/1

7:30 pm-8:44 pm

2 stops31h 14m

$999

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Fri 5/16

4:04 pm-10:30 am

1 stop12h 26m

London Heathrow

Sat 5/24

3:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop14h 58m

$1,041

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Heathrow in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 Heathrow Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-London Heathrow Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-London Heathrow Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-London Heathrow Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Heathrow from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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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 April 18, 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 $1,110). 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 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 April 24, 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 April 24, 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.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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 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 Delta is currently your cheapest option to London Heathrow Airport, with prices starting at $787. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at $794 and $800, respectively. These flights start at 19% 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 Aer Lingus. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $460. Users have also found prices from $478 and $744 on United Airlines and WestJet, 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 $1,110). 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 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$664Average$823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$676Average$939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$697Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$705Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$707Average$930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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