Ho Chi Minh City

$598+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

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DSM — SGN
Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City are usually found in March or September, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN). 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$979
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$598
(Ovago)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,636
From Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City
One-way flight from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($460 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($71 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/87:08 amDSM - SGN
2 stops26h 37mJapan Airlines
Mon 9/2911:05 pmSGN - DSM
2 stops28h 28mJapan Airlines
Deal found 7/29$979
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/116:30 pmDSM - SGN
2 stops30h 05mDelta
Thu 9/187:35 amSGN - DSM
2 stops25h 26mDelta
Deal found 7/28$992
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/203:25 pmDSM - SGN
2 stops42h 30mANA
Mon 10/2011:15 pmSGN - DSM
2 stops25h 04mANA
Deal found 7/27$995
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Wed 9/107:03 amDSM - SGN
2 stops26h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/1711:05 pmSGN - DSM
2 stops33h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$996
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/108:00 amDSM - SGN
2 stops25h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/1711:15 pmSGN - DSM
2 stops24h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$997
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/273:14 pmDSM - SGN
3 stops42h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/2411:05 pmSGN - DSM
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,185

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Des Moines

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Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Mon 9/8

7:08 am-9:45 pm

2 stops26h 37m

Ho Chi Minh City

Mon 9/29

11:05 pm-3:33 pm

2 stops28h 28m

$979

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Thu 9/11

6:30 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Ho Chi Minh City

Thu 9/18

7:35 am-9:01 pm

2 stops25h 26m

$992

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

3:25 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops42h 30m

Ho Chi Minh City

Mon 10/20

11:15 pm-12:19 pm

2 stops25h 04m

$995

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Wed 9/10

7:03 am-9:45 pm

2 stops26h 42m

Ho Chi Minh City

Wed 9/17

11:05 pm-1:51 pm

2 stops26h 46m

$996

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Wed 9/10

8:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Ho Chi Minh City

Wed 9/17

11:15 pm-12:14 pm

2 stops24h 59m

$997

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Sat 12/27

3:14 pm-10:55 pm

3 stops42h 41m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sat 1/24

11:05 pm-10:20 am

2 stops24h 15m

$1,185

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Thu 8/21

8:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$598

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Thu 8/21

8:00 am-9:55 pm

3 stops49h 55m

$608

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Deals found on 7/27

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City (average of $915). Flying from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,431). 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 SGN?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 4% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?

Reviews of airlines servicing Ho Chi Minh City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ho Chi Minh City. 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 Ho Chi Minh City. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown ANA, Japan Airlines, and Delta from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
8.4
Very good
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
8.0
Very good
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City round-trip?

    According to our current data, Japan Airlines ($979), Delta ($992), and ANA ($995) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City. Japan Airlines is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City (average of $915). Flying from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,431). 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 6 airlines flying from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City. 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Japan AirlinesCheapest$980Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,031Average$1,680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,063Average$1,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ANACheapest$1,069Average$1,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
DeltaCheapest$1,070Average$1,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Korean AirCheapest$1,128Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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