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$623+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to South Korea

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DSM — ICN
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Tue 3/4
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,209
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$623
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,064
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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 February 20, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 4/25:45 amDSM - GMP
2 stops26h 05mJapan Airlines
Wed 4/97:55 amGMP - DSM
2 stops19h 46mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,209
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/27:00 amDSM - ICN
1 stop18h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/95:25 pmICN - DSM
1 stop32h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/236:20 amDSM - ICN
1 stop20h 10mDelta
Sun 3/306:40 pmICN - DSM
1 stop16h 40mDelta
Deal found 2/20$1,273
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/21:45 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops24h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/911:30 amICN - DSM
2 stops18h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,277
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/231:12 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops32h 08mFinnair
Sun 6/19:50 pmICN - DSM
2 stops39h 01mFinnair
Deal found 2/20$1,481
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 5/165:11 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops32h 54mAir Canada
Sat 8/237:05 pmICN - DSM
2 stops32h 51mAir Canada
Deal found 2/19$1,519
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 4/25:45 amDSM - GMP
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/92:25 pmGMP - DSM
3 stops46h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,628
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 5/1610:55 amDSM - ICN
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/234:25 pmICN - DSM
1 stop19h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,679
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/235:29 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops33h 46mQatar Airways
Sat 3/2912:20 amICN - DSM
2 stops37h 31mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/20$1,806
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sun 4/67:45 amDSM - GMP
2 stops37h 20mANA
Sun 4/1312:40 pmGMP - DSM
2 stops39h 58mANA
Deal found 2/19$1,961
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/307:00 amDSM - ICN
1 stop20h 20mKorean Air
Sat 8/239:20 amICN - DSM
1 stop18h 03mKorean Air
Deal found 2/20$2,227

Find flights from Des Moines to South Korea within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to South Korea 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 February 20, 2025.

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Des Moines

Fly to

South Korea

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesSeoul

DSM - GMP

DSMGMP

Des Moines

Wed 4/2

5:45 am-9:50 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 4/9

7:55 am-1:41 pm

2 stops19h 46m

$1,209

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Wed 4/2

7:00 am-3:30 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Incheon Intl

Wed 4/9

5:25 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop32h 42m

$1,271

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Sun 3/23

6:20 am-4:30 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Incheon Intl

Sun 3/30

6:40 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$1,273

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Sun 4/6

1:45 pm-4:20 am

2 stops24h 35m

Incheon Intl

Sun 4/13

11:30 am-10:45 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$1,364

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Fri 5/23

1:12 pm-11:20 am

2 stops32h 08m

Incheon Intl

Sun 6/1

9:50 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops39h 01m

$1,481

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Fri 5/16

5:11 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops32h 54m

Incheon Intl

Sat 8/23

7:05 pm-1:56 pm

2 stops32h 51m

$1,519

Des MoinesSeoul

DSM - GMP

DSMGMP

Des Moines

Wed 4/2

5:45 am-10:35 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 4/9

2:25 pm-10:41 pm

3 stops46h 16m

$1,628

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Fri 5/16

10:55 am-5:20 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Incheon Intl

Sat 8/23

4:25 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop19h 57m

$1,679

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Sun 3/23

5:29 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops33h 46m

Incheon Intl

Sat 3/29

12:20 am-11:51 pm

2 stops37h 31m

$1,806

Des MoinesSeoul

DSM - GMP

DSMGMP

Des Moines

Sun 4/6

7:45 am-11:05 am

2 stops37h 20m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sun 4/13

12:40 pm-2:38 pm

2 stops39h 58m

$1,961

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to South Korea

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to KR?

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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 February 20, 2025.
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,273 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

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 Delta ($753), Japan Airlines ($944), and WestJet ($1,012).

  • 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 $1,036). Flying from Des Moines to South Korea in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,697). 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,036Average$1,452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,090Average$1,552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Korean AirCheapest$1,291Average$1,425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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