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$640+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Japan

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DSM — FUK
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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,094
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$640
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,160
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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 avril 17, 2025.

This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/18:00 amDSM - HND
1 stop17h 55mANA
lun. 9/155:15 pmHND - DSM
1 stop17h 36mANA
Deal found 4/16$950
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 10/156:20 pmDSM - HND
1 stop20h 00mJapan Airlines
jeu. 11/2010:50 amHND - DSM
1 stop18h 43mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/16$952
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/65:19 amDSM - NRT
1 stop19h 41mAmerican Airlines
ven. 10/315:30 pmNRT - DSM
1 stop19h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$952
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
lun. 9/13:15 pmDSM - HND
1 stop16h 00mUnited Airlines
lun. 9/1510:55 pmHND - DSM
2 stops29h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$962
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 11/16:00 amDSM - NRT
2 stops19h 45mUnited Airlines
mar. 11/115:30 pmNRT - DSM
1 stop13h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,026
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/16:20 amDSM - NRT
2 stops24h 45mDelta
lun. 9/158:55 pmNRT - DSM
2 stops39h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/17$1,040
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/146:20 pmDSM - HND
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/276:00 pmHND - DSM
1 stop18h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,045
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/110:03 amDSM - NRT
1 stop15h 12mJapan Airlines
lun. 9/156:15 pmNRT - DSM
1 stop16h 29mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,048
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
mer. 8/138:00 amDSM - OKA
3 stops45h 05mUnited Airlines
mer. 8/2710:55 amOKA - DSM
2 stops49h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,058
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 5/75:45 amDSM - HND
2 stops18h 10mBrussels Airlines
jeu. 5/223:50 pmHND - DSM
2 stops22h 04mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,149
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 5/75:45 amDSM - HND
2 stops18h 10mAir Canada
jeu. 5/223:50 pmHND - DSM
1 stop22h 04mAir Canada
Deal found 4/16$1,154
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 5/75:45 amDSM - HND
2 stops18h 10mLufthansa
jeu. 5/223:50 pmHND - DSM
2 stops18h 52mLufthansa
Deal found 4/15$1,164

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Japan that are best for you.

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Japan

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Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - HND

DSMHND

Des Moines

mar. 7/8

6:50 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops34h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

jeu. 7/17

5:15 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$1,094

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - NRT

DSMNRT

Des Moines

mer. 4/30

5:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Tokyo Narita

mer. 5/7

6:30 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop18h 26m

$1,122

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - NRT

DSMNRT

Des Moines

mer. 4/30

5:45 am-2:20 pm

2 stops18h 35m

Tokyo Narita

mer. 5/7

5:25 pm-8:34 pm

2 stops17h 09m

$1,127

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - HND

DSMHND

Des Moines

mer. 5/7

5:45 am-1:55 pm

2 stops18h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

jeu. 5/22

3:50 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops22h 04m

$1,149

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - HND

DSMHND

Des Moines

mer. 5/7

5:45 am-1:55 pm

2 stops18h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

jeu. 5/22

3:50 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop22h 04m

$1,154

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - HND

DSMHND

Des Moines

mer. 5/7

5:45 am-1:55 pm

2 stops18h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

jeu. 5/22

3:50 pm-8:42 pm

2 stops18h 52m

$1,164

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - HND

DSMHND

Des Moines

mer. 5/7

8:07 am-7:00 pm

2 stops20h 53m

Tokyo Haneda

jeu. 5/22

3:50 pm-8:42 pm

2 stops18h 52m

$1,172

Des MoinesOkinawa

DSM - OKA

DSMOKA

Des Moines

dim. 5/4

8:07 am-1:10 pm

2 stops39h 03m

Okinawa Naha

dim. 5/11

8:00 am-9:52 pm

2 stops27h 52m

$1,178

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - HND

DSMHND

Des Moines

mer. 5/7

3:34 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop34h 21m

Tokyo Haneda

jeu. 5/22

5:15 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop35h 25m

$1,195

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - HND

DSMHND

Des Moines

mer. 5/7

5:30 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops30h 45m

Tokyo Haneda

jeu. 5/22

4:20 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops20h 10m

$1,248

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Japan

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Japan

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 $866). Flying from Des Moines to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,670). 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 avril 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Korean Air, Japan Airlines and ANA 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
8.4
Very good
1,064 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,064 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,064 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,064 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
ANA
8.3
Very good
844 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,064 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,064 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,064 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

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  • 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 $640 on Japan Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $705 and Delta from $831 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 Haneda. You may also consider Des Moines - Tokyo Narita 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.

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  • 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 $866). Flying from Des Moines to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,670). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Japan

Discover the top 4 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 avril 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$814Average$1,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$978Average$1,497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,059Average$1,564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ANACheapest$1,107Average$1,566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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