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$305+ 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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — LHR
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Round-trip from

$741
(Scandinavian Airlines)

One-way from

$305
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$799
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to United Kingdom
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 3/27$612
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 11/284:26 pmDSM - INV
2 stops13h 19mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1010:30 amINV - DSM
3 stops19h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$667
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/249:32 amDSM - GLA
2 stops24h 03mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/35:50 amGLA - DSM
2 stops18h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$710
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 10/43:00 pmDSM - EDI
2 stops35h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/149:00 amEDI - DSM
2 stops34h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$734
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 9/152:14 pmDSM - LHR
2 stops19h 46mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/247:30 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops32h 52mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$741
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/116:13 pmDSM - INV
2 stops14h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/188:55 pmINV - DSM
2 stops26h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$742
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/2011:54 amDSM - LHR
1 stop13h 26mBritish Airways
Tue 4/2911:30 amLHR - DSM
2 stops16h 47mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/27$751
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/68:07 amDSM - LHR
2 stops16h 23mAir Canada
Tue 5/139:30 amLHR - DSM
2 stops18h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$784
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/62:15 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop17h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 5/133:15 pmLHR - DSM
1 stop13h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/27$800
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/68:07 amDSM - LHR
2 stops19h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/1310:50 amLHR - DSM
2 stops17h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$803
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 5/68:07 amDSM - LHR
1 stop18h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/132:05 pmLHR - DSM
2 stops30h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$805
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Sun 5/116:35 pmDSM - LHR
1 stop12h 55mKLM
Sun 5/189:20 amLHR - DSM
1 stop19h 10mKLM
Deal found 3/27$820

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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 March 28, 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 MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

2:14 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops19h 46m

London Heathrow

Wed 9/24

7:30 pm-10:22 pm

2 stops32h 52m

$741

Des MoinesInverness

DSM - INV

DSMINV

Des Moines

Sun 5/11

6:13 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops14h 37m

Inverness

Sun 5/18

8:55 pm-5:43 pm

2 stops26h 48m

$742

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sun 4/20

11:54 am-7:20 am

1 stop13h 26m

London Heathrow

Tue 4/29

11:30 am-10:17 pm

2 stops16h 47m

$751

Des MoinesInverness

DSM - INV

DSMINV

Des Moines

Sat 5/10

11:53 am-10:25 am

2 stops16h 32m

Inverness

Sat 5/17

9:00 pm-5:43 pm

2 stops26h 43m

$770

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 5/6

8:07 am-6:30 am

2 stops16h 23m

London Heathrow

Tue 5/13

9:30 am-9:52 pm

2 stops18h 22m

$784

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 5/6

2:15 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop17h 15m

London Heathrow

Tue 5/13

3:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop13h 15m

$800

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 5/6

8:07 am-10:00 am

2 stops19h 53m

London Heathrow

Tue 5/13

10:50 am-9:52 pm

2 stops17h 02m

$803

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 5/6

8:07 am-8:20 am

1 stop18h 13m

London Heathrow

Tue 5/13

2:05 pm-2:38 pm

2 stops30h 33m

$805

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sun 5/11

6:35 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop12h 55m

London Heathrow

Sun 5/18

9:20 am-10:30 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$820

Des MoinesGlasgow

DSM - GLA

DSMGLA

Des Moines

Fri 5/9

6:13 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops22h 07m

Glasgow Intl

Fri 5/16

8:55 am-11:39 pm

2 stops20h 44m

$834

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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 $1,115). 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 March 28, 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 March 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM and Finnair 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
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7,897 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
1,321 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,267 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,570 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
1,424 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 $478 on WestJet. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Aer Lingus from $507 and Air Canada from $515 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?

    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 $1,115). 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$534Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$640Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$646Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$663Average$1,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$705Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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