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$506+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Japan

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Japan (JP0). 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$911
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$506
(United)
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/46:00 pmDSM - HND
1 stop29h 55mJapan Airlines
Tue 2/1110:50 amHND - DSM
1 stop20h 44mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/21$911
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 10/156:00 amDSM - HND
2 stops23h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/259:55 pmHND - DSM
2 stops26h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$924
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/45:45 amDSM - NRT
2 stops18h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/115:30 pmNRT - DSM
1 stop18h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$928
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 1/295:33 amDSM - HND
1 stop17h 32mDelta
Fri 2/284:25 pmHND - DSM
1 stop19h 32mDelta
Deal found 1/21$932
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/45:00 amDSM - HND
2 stops19h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/1110:50 amHND - DSM
1 stop14h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$962
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 9/175:25 amDSM - NRT
1 stop19h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/256:30 pmNRT - DSM
1 stop18h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$972
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/46:45 pmDSM - NRT
3 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/112:45 pmNRT - DSM
3 stops47h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,082
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 2/16:45 pmDSM - NRT
2 stops30h 45mAir Canada
Fri 2/286:45 pmNRT - DSM
2 stops30h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 1/21$1,162
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/138:00 amDSM - OKA
2 stops43h 20mANA
Thu 2/208:40 pmOKA - DSM
2 stops52h 57mANA
Deal found 1/21$1,179
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 1/2911:30 amDSM - NRT
2 stops41h 00mDelta
Fri 2/289:15 amNRT - DSM
2 stops27h 03mDelta
Deal found 1/21$1,185
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/47:00 amDSM - HND
2 stops24h 50mKorean Air
Mon 2/102:00 amHND - DSM
2 stops34h 18mKorean Air
Deal found 1/21$1,191
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/14:15 pmDSM - NRT
2 stops37h 50mKorean Air
Fri 2/289:15 amNRT - DSM
2 stops27h 03mKorean Air
Deal found 1/20$1,199

Find flights from Des Moines to Japan within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Japan 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 January 21, 2025.

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Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - HND

DSMHND

Des Moines

Tue 2/4

6:00 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop29h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 2/11

10:50 am-4:34 pm

1 stop20h 44m

$911

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - HND

DSMHND

Des Moines

Wed 2/19

8:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 2/26

6:20 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop18h 03m

$926

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - NRT

DSMNRT

Des Moines

Sun 2/23

8:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 2/26

5:55 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$928

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - HND

DSMHND

Des Moines

Sat 2/1

6:00 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop29h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 2/28

10:50 am-11:34 am

1 stop15h 44m

$932

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - HND

DSMHND

Des Moines

Sat 2/22

4:20 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops31h 15m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 2/28

4:25 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop19h 32m

$936

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - NRT

DSMNRT

Des Moines

Tue 3/4

5:00 am-3:30 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 3/11

5:30 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop20h 21m

$975

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - NRT

DSMNRT

Des Moines

Sat 2/1

6:45 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops30h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 2/28

6:45 pm-10:37 am

2 stops30h 52m

$1,162

Des MoinesOkinawa

DSM - OKA

DSMOKA

Des Moines

Thu 2/13

8:00 am-6:20 pm

2 stops43h 20m

Okinawa Naha

Thu 2/20

8:40 pm-10:37 am

2 stops52h 57m

$1,179

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - NRT

DSMNRT

Des Moines

Sun 2/2

5:33 am-7:30 pm

2 stops22h 57m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 2/28

9:15 am-9:18 pm

2 stops27h 03m

$1,185

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - HND

DSMHND

Des Moines

Tue 2/4

7:00 am-10:50 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 2/10

2:00 am-9:18 pm

2 stops34h 18m

$1,191

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Japan

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Japan from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Japan

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Japan?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Japan (average of $893). Flying from Des Moines to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,687). 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.

Rainfall in Japan by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Japan ranges from 2.0 - 8.3 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.3 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Japan when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Japan by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Japan, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Japan. 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 Japan. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Canada, United Airlines and Delta from Des Moines to Japan by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Japan. 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 Japan?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Japan. 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 Japan one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $506 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Japan Airlines from $565 and American Airlines from $572 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Japan?

    The most popular route from Des Moines to Japan is Des Moines - Tokyo Narita. You may also consider Des Moines - Tokyo Haneda or Des Moines - Okinawa Naha.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Japan that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Japan flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Japan.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Japan?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Japan 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 Japan?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Japan (average of $893). Flying from Des Moines to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,687). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Japan

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Japan. 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$955Average$1,511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,055Average$1,744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$1,107Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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