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$811+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to South Korea

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 6/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ICN
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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February

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to South Korea
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to South Korea. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

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.
Wed 5/73:20 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops23h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/144:50 pmICN - DSM
2 stops20h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,176
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.
Tue 8/126:12 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops31h 18mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/205:25 pmICN - DSM
2 stops31h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,191
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2510:55 amDSM - ICN
1 stop16h 25mDelta
Sun 10/56:40 pmICN - DSM
1 stop16h 35mDelta
Deal found 3/26$1,267
This flugladen.de 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/108:00 amDSM - ICN
2 stops30h 20mSWISS
Sat 5/1711:30 amICN - DSM
2 stops18h 44mSWISS
Deal found 3/26$1,475
This Korean Air 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1210:55 amDSM - ICN
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/204:25 pmICN - DSM
1 stop19h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,484
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2310:17 amDSM - ICN
2 stops42h 28mWestJet
Sun 6/18:45 pmICN - DSM
2 stops29h 42mWestJet
Deal found 3/26$1,513
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/191:12 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops32h 08mFinnair
Tue 7/19:50 pmICN - DSM
2 stops39h 59mFinnair
Deal found 3/26$1,630
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/25:18 amDSM - GMP
2 stops26h 02mJapan Airlines
Sun 11/1612:05 pmGMP - DSM
2 stops38h 02mJapan Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,693
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Mon 8/115:45 amDSM - ICN
1 stop21h 05mKorean Air
Wed 8/204:25 pmICN - DSM
1 stop19h 57mKorean Air
Deal found 3/26$1,745
This Japan 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/75:13 amDSM - GMP
2 stops26h 37mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/147:55 amGMP - DSM
2 stops21h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,808
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/28:00 amDSM - GMP
2 stops36h 20mANA
Sun 11/167:50 pmGMP - DSM
2 stops29h 30mANA
Deal found 3/26$1,895

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Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

3:20 pm-4:20 am

2 stops23h 00m

Incheon Intl

Wed 5/14

4:50 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops20h 54m

$1,176

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Tue 8/12

6:12 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops31h 18m

Incheon Intl

Wed 8/20

5:25 pm-11:12 am

2 stops31h 47m

$1,191

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Sun 8/10

6:30 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Incheon Intl

Wed 8/20

7:20 pm-4:37 pm

2 stops35h 17m

$1,349

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Sat 5/10

8:00 am-4:20 am

2 stops30h 20m

Incheon Intl

Sat 5/17

11:30 am-4:14 pm

2 stops18h 44m

$1,475

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Tue 8/12

10:55 am-5:20 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Incheon Intl

Wed 8/20

4:25 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop19h 57m

$1,484

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Fri 5/23

10:17 am-6:45 pm

2 stops42h 28m

Incheon Intl

Sun 6/1

8:45 pm-12:27 pm

2 stops29h 42m

$1,513

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Mon 5/19

1:12 pm-11:20 am

2 stops32h 08m

Incheon Intl

Tue 7/1

9:50 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops39h 59m

$1,630

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Mon 8/11

5:45 am-4:50 pm

1 stop21h 05m

Incheon Intl

Wed 8/20

4:25 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop19h 57m

$1,745

Des MoinesSeoul

DSM - GMP

DSMGMP

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

5:13 am-9:50 pm

2 stops26h 37m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 5/14

7:55 am-3:26 pm

2 stops21h 31m

$1,808

Des MoinesSeoul

DSM - GMP

DSMGMP

Des Moines

Sun 5/11

8:07 am-6:35 pm

2 stops44h 28m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sun 5/18

7:55 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops39h 57m

$2,122

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to South Korea

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to South Korea

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to South Korea (average of $1,002). Flying from Des Moines to South Korea in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,661). 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 KR?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to South Korea. 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 South Korea as you normally would.

Rainfall in South Korea by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Korea ranges from 0.8 - 10.2 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 10.2 in. January is typically the driest time to visit South Korea when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in South Korea by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Korea, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 28.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Korea

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Korea. 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 South Korea. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

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
1,050 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

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
1,050 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

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
829 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

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
7,897 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

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.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,267 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,050 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to South Korea?

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to South Korea are United Airlines ($829), American Airlines ($878), and Japan Airlines ($1,174).

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to South Korea 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 South Korea?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to South Korea 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 South Korea?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to South Korea (average of $1,002). Flying from Des Moines to South Korea in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,661). 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 South Korea

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to South Korea. 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
DeltaCheapest$1,036Average$1,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,279Average$1,717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Korean AirCheapest$1,291Average$1,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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