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$329+ 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 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LHR
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$734
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$329
(Kiwi.com)

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 April 24, 2025.

This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/3012:46 pmDSM - INV
2 stops16h 24mBritish Airways
Mon 12/812:20 pmINV - DSM
2 stops37h 46mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/23$618
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.
Fri 11/2811:51 amDSM - INV
2 stops17h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1010:30 amINV - DSM
3 stops19h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$672
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Wed 10/11:10 pmDSM - EDI
1 stop13h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/79:00 amEDI - DSM
2 stops38h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$734
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 10/111:35 amDSM - EDI
2 stops13h 45mAir Canada
Tue 10/79:00 amEDI - DSM
2 stops33h 21mAir Canada
Deal found 4/24$741
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.
Tue 9/236:09 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops16h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/3011:35 amEDI - DSM
1 stop15h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$751
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 5/62:20 pmDSM - GLA
2 stops14h 25mBritish Airways
Tue 5/138:45 amGLA - DSM
2 stops14h 58mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/22$763
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 10/111:35 amDSM - EDI
2 stops13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/79:00 amEDI - DSM
3 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$764
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
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Mon 9/226:51 pmDSM - LHR
2 stops17h 34mLufthansa
Wed 10/16:30 amLHR - DSM
2 stops16h 44mLufthansa
Deal found 4/23$800

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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 MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Wed 10/1

1:10 pm-8:25 am

1 stop13h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/7

9:00 am-5:14 pm

2 stops38h 14m

$734

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Wed 10/1

11:35 am-7:20 am

2 stops13h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/7

9:00 am-12:21 pm

2 stops33h 21m

$741

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Tue 9/23

6:09 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops16h 16m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/30

11:35 am-8:37 pm

1 stop15h 02m

$751

Des MoinesGlasgow

DSM - GLA

DSMGLA

Des Moines

Tue 5/6

2:20 pm-10:45 am

2 stops14h 25m

Glasgow Intl

Tue 5/13

8:45 am-5:43 pm

2 stops14h 58m

$763

Des MoinesEdinburgh

DSM - EDI

DSMEDI

Des Moines

Wed 10/1

11:35 am-7:20 am

2 stops13h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 10/7

9:00 am-9:45 pm

3 stops18h 45m

$764

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 - LCY

DSMLCY

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

11:35 am-12:30 pm

2 stops18h 55m

London City

Wed 10/15

6:05 pm-5:14 pm

2 stops29h 09m

$815

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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 $1,110). 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 April 24, 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 April 24, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM and Air France 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
7,920 reviews

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

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.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,442 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

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.
Virgin Atlantic
7.4
Good
642 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

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 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 $448 on Aer Lingus. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include British Airways from $459 and United Airlines 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.

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

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  • 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 $1,110). 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$534Average$984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$640Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$664Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$670Average$1,054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$705Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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