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$483+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to London (LON)

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 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LON
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
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The best prices from Des Moines to London are usually found in March or February, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to London (LON). 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 December 19, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$688
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$483
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,102
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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 19, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Sun 12/228:00 amDSM - LHR
1 stop20h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/318:55 amLHR - DSM
2 stops18h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,785
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Sun 12/2212:25 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop12h 40mKLM
Tue 12/319:10 amLHR - DSM
1 stop13h 28mKLM
Deal found 12/18$1,801
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Wed 12/186:54 pmDSM - LHR
2 stops30h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/73:00 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,868
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Sat 12/218:27 pmDSM - LGW
1 stop32h 08mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/77:30 pmLGW - DSM
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,902
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/196:25 amDSM - LHR
1 stop18h 25mDelta
Wed 1/16:30 amLHR - DSM
2 stops20h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/18$2,042
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2110:48 amDSM - LHR
2 stops25h 42mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/236:40 amLHR - DSM
2 stops21h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,334
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/214:00 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop13h 40mBritish Airways
Mon 12/236:30 amLHR - DSM
2 stops21h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$2,796
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/2211:58 amDSM - LHR
1 stop14h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/2410:05 amLHR - DSM
1 stop14h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,806
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Sun 12/226:40 pmDSM - LCY
2 stops17h 00mLufthansa
Tue 12/246:15 pmLCY - DSM
2 stops33h 37mLufthansa
Deal found 12/18$2,993
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/198:00 amDSM - LHR
2 stops42h 30mAir Canada
Fri 1/36:00 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops33h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 12/18$3,294
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/194:00 pmDSM - LCY
2 stops14h 40mAer Lingus
Thu 12/269:10 amLCY - DSM
2 stops19h 00mAer Lingus
Deal found 12/18$4,132
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Wed 12/255:50 amDSM - LHR
1 stop18h 30mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 1/110:50 amLHR - DSM
1 stop15h 56mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/18$7,149

Find flights from Des Moines to London within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to London 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 December 19, 2024.

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Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sun 1/19

11:30 am-5:40 pm

2 stops24h 10m

London Heathrow

Sun 1/26

7:30 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops33h 20m

$688

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 3/18

8:10 am-7:10 am

2 stops18h 00m

London Heathrow

Fri 3/28

7:40 am-5:56 pm

2 stops39h 16m

$751

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 3/18

3:28 pm-11:15 am

1 stop14h 47m

London Heathrow

Fri 3/28

3:00 pm-2:52 pm

2 stops28h 52m

$752

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 1/21

11:30 am-7:55 am

1 stop14h 25m

London Heathrow

Tue 2/4

11:45 am-8:57 pm

2 stops15h 12m

$761

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 1/21

10:32 am-7:05 am

2 stops14h 33m

London Heathrow

Tue 2/4

11:45 am-8:57 pm

2 stops15h 12m

$765

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Mon 3/24

2:52 pm-6:50 am

1 stop10h 58m

London Heathrow

Wed 4/23

11:30 am-9:40 pm

2 stops16h 10m

$782

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sun 3/23

11:04 am-6:20 am

1 stop14h 16m

London Heathrow

Thu 4/17

1:25 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop14h 59m

$802

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sun 2/2

8:00 am-11:50 am

2 stops21h 50m

London Heathrow

Sun 2/9

3:00 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops36h 52m

$809

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Fri 3/21

1:06 pm-6:20 am

1 stop12h 14m

London Heathrow

Wed 4/23

10:30 am-10:32 pm

1 stop18h 02m

$860

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LCY

DSMLCY

Des Moines

Sun 1/19

6:45 pm-9:25 am

2 stops32h 40m

London City

Sun 1/26

5:15 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops34h 37m

$889

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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 London in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-London flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to London

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines to London including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to London. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to London, you should look to book at least 47 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 $661). Flying from Des Moines to London in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,135). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to London. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to London in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 6% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in London by month

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

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.

Temperature in London by month

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

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated December 19, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Scandinavian Airlines, United Airlines and KLM from Des Moines to London have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,600 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,285 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
668 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,048 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to London. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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.

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

    Scandinavian Airlines, at $688, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to London.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and KLM. Scandinavian Airlines is 25% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for British Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $483. Users have also found prices from $488 and $507 on Air Canada and United Airlines, respectively.

  • 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 $661). Flying from Des Moines to London in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,135). 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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to London. 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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$601Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$630Average$974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$663Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$664Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$672Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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