Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Des Moines to London?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $674.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Des Moines to London?

Flights connecting via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 14m.

What airlines fly to London?

United Airlines, British Airways and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to London from Des Moines according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to London. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to London on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to London?

Air Canada, Iberia, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to London

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Des Moines and London?

Chicago (ORD) was the most common stop: 86% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Des Moines to London?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 28m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to London?

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to London were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to London?

The number of operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to London is 4 as of April 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to London?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to London.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?

The necessary travel and health documents for your London trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $853 to $676. The lowest price recently found on this route was $812.

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7:00 am - 8:25 am

DSM

LGW

19h 25m

2 stops

2:00 pm - 3:35 pm

LGW

DSM

31h 35m

1 stop

$812Multiple Airlines

Sun, Apr 26 - Mon, Jun 1

11:00 am - 10:00 am

DSM

LGW

17h 00m

1 stop

2:00 pm - 3:35 pm

LGW

DSM

31h 35m

1 stop

$821Multiple Airlines

Sat, May 2 - Mon, Jun 1

7:00 am - 8:25 am

DSM

LGW

19h 25m

2 stops

2:00 pm - 8:37 am

LGW

DSM

24h 37m

1 stop

$822Multiple Airlines

Sun, Apr 26 - Wed, Jun 3

11:00 am - 6:20 am

DSM

LGW

37h 20m

2 stops

2:00 pm - 3:35 pm

LGW

DSM

31h 35m

1 stop

$824Multiple Airlines

Sat, May 2 - Mon, Jun 1

3:20 pm - 10:00 am

DSM

LHR

12h 40m

2 stops

9:30 am - 9:23 pm

LHR

DSM

17h 53m

2 stops

$910Air Canada

Tue, May 12 - Tue, May 19

1:10 pm - 6:45 am

DSM

LHR

11h 35m

1 stop

6:50 am - 11:24 pm

LHR

DSM

22h 34m

2 stops

$935United Airlines

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5

6:15 am - 6:45 am

DSM

LHR

18h 30m

1 stop

7:25 am - 6:05 pm

LHR

DSM

16h 40m

2 stops

$936United Airlines

Sun, May 3 - Wed, May 13

10:26 am - 7:55 am

DSM

LCY

15h 29m

2 stops

8:25 am - 8:36 pm

LCY

DSM

18h 11m

2 stops

$1,119Delta

Thu, May 14 - Thu, May 21

2:16 pm - 9:10 pm

DSM

LCY

24h 54m

2 stops

7:15 pm - 7:33 pm

LCY

DSM

30h 18m

2 stops

$1,128British Airways

Thu, Apr 30 - Thu, May 7

8:03 pm - 9:00 am

DSM

LCY

30h 57m

2 stops

7:15 pm - 7:33 pm

LCY

DSM

30h 18m

2 stops

$1,132British Airways

Mon, May 11 - Mon, May 18

Iberia flights from Des Moines to London

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Iberia

Aug 18

DSM1:22 pmDes Moines

15h 08m

1 stop

LHR10:30 amLondon Heathrow

Sep 7

LHR7:50 amLondon Heathrow

21h 36m

2 stops

DSM11:26 pmDes Moines

$922

Iberia

May 3

DSM2:16 pmDes Moines

11h 24m

1 stop

LHR7:40 amLondon Heathrow

May 13

LHR6:15 amLondon Heathrow

19h 18m

2 stops

DSM7:33 pmDes Moines

$928

Iberia

May 3

DSM2:16 pmDes Moines

14h 14m

1 stop

LHR10:30 amLondon Heathrow

May 13

LHR6:15 amLondon Heathrow

19h 18m

2 stops

DSM7:33 pmDes Moines

$930

Lufthansa flights from Des Moines to London

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Lufthansa

Sep 8

DSM6:50 pmDes Moines

17h 35m

2 stops

LHR6:25 pmLondon Heathrow

Sep 14

LHR7:30 pmLondon Heathrow

27h 32m

2 stops

DSM5:02 pmDes Moines

$861

Lufthansa

Apr 28

DSM7:16 pmDes Moines

16h 39m

2 stops

LCY5:55 pmLondon City

May 5

LCY9:15 amLondon City

20h 09m

2 stops

DSM11:24 pmDes Moines

$926

Lufthansa

Apr 29

DSM7:16 pmDes Moines

15h 24m

2 stops

LHR4:40 pmLondon Heathrow

May 8

LHR9:00 amLondon Heathrow

18h 23m

2 stops

DSM9:23 pmDes Moines

$933

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Sun 4/26

7:00 am-8:25 am

2 stops19h 25m

London Gatwick

Mon 6/1

2:00 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$812

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Des Moines

Sat 5/2

11:00 am-10:00 am

1 stop17h 00m

London Gatwick

Mon 6/1

2:00 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$821

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Sun 4/26

7:00 am-8:25 am

2 stops19h 25m

London Gatwick

Wed 6/3

2:00 pm-8:37 am

1 stop24h 37m

$822

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LGW

DSMLGW

Des Moines

Sat 5/2

11:00 am-6:20 am

2 stops37h 20m

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Mon 6/1

2:00 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$824

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Tue 5/12

3:20 pm-10:00 am

2 stops12h 40m

London Heathrow

Tue 5/19

9:30 am-9:23 pm

2 stops17h 53m

$910

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Tue 4/28

1:10 pm-6:45 am

1 stop11h 35m

London Heathrow

Tue 5/5

6:50 am-11:24 pm

2 stops22h 34m

$935

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LHR

DSMLHR

Des Moines

Sun 5/3

6:15 am-6:45 am

1 stop18h 30m

London Heathrow

Wed 5/13

7:25 am-6:05 pm

2 stops16h 40m

$936

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LCY

DSMLCY

Des Moines

Thu 5/14

10:26 am-7:55 am

2 stops15h 29m

London City

Thu 5/21

8:25 am-8:36 pm

2 stops18h 11m

$1,119

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LCY

DSMLCY

Des Moines

Thu 4/30

2:16 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops24h 54m

London City

Thu 5/7

7:15 pm-7:33 pm

2 stops30h 18m

$1,128

Des MoinesLondon

DSM - LCY

DSMLCY

Des Moines

Mon 5/11

8:03 pm-9:00 am

2 stops30h 57m

London City

Mon 5/18

7:15 pm-7:33 pm

2 stops30h 18m

$1,132

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What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

The cheapest month to fly to London from Des Moines is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $706, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to London, with average flight prices from Des Moines averaging around $741.

How far in advance should I book a flight to London?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London from Des Moines when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London for around $969 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London from Des Moines for as low as $763 on momondo.

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The distance between Des Moines and London is about 4183.7 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 12h 55m.
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The number of operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to London is 4 as of April 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to London?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to London.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?
The necessary travel and health documents for your London trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to London?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Des Moines to London is United Airlines (35% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (25%), British Airways (21%), and Delta (19%).

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Delta	PriceFrom $591	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,367 reviews	Search Delta flights
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