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$812+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

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 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SGN
May 19 — May 261
Mon 5/19
Mon 5/26
1 adult, Economy
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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 May 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$919
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$812
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,775
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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 May 14, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Mon 9/88:00 amDSM - SGN
2 stops25h 55mANA
Mon 9/2911:15 pmSGN - DSM
2 stops25h 06mANA
Deal found 5/14$919
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Mon 9/88:00 amDSM - SGN
2 stops25h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/2911:15 pmSGN - DSM
2 stops27h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/13$921
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 10/75:19 amDSM - SGN
2 stops28h 41mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/297:50 amSGN - DSM
2 stops26h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/13$928
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/88:00 amDSM - SGN
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/2812:25 amSGN - DSM
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,139
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Sat 6/287:00 amDSM - SGN
2 stops28h 15mDelta
Sat 7/511:45 pmSGN - DSM
2 stops33h 23mDelta
Deal found 5/14$1,550
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Fri 6/277:00 amDSM - SGN
2 stops27h 05mKLM
Fri 7/47:35 amSGN - DSM
2 stops38h 44mKLM
Deal found 5/13$1,798
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Mon 6/26:35 pmDSM - SGN
2 stops40h 40mKorean Air
Wed 7/211:45 pmSGN - DSM
2 stops33h 23mKorean Air
Deal found 5/14$1,850
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/22:15 pmDSM - SGN
2 stops29h 10mAir France
Wed 7/29:25 amSGN - DSM
2 stops47h 12mAir France
Deal found 5/13$2,092
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Mon 6/307:24 amDSM - SGN
2 stops36h 16mQatar Airways
Sun 8/38:00 pmSGN - DSM
2 stops36h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/13$2,189
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Wed 10/295:19 amDSM - SGN
2 stops36h 31mJapan Airlines
Mon 11/1011:40 pmSGN - DSM
2 stops27h 53mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/12$5,242
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2711:25 amDSM - SGN
3 stops35h 30mLufthansa
Fri 7/48:10 pmSGN - DSM
3 stops33h 39mLufthansa
Deal found 5/12$5,356

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City 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 May 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City that are best for you.

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Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Mon 9/8

8:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Ho Chi Minh City

Mon 9/29

11:15 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops25h 06m

$919

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Mon 9/8

8:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Ho Chi Minh City

Mon 9/29

11:15 pm-2:28 pm

2 stops27h 13m

$921

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Tue 10/7

5:19 am-10:00 pm

2 stops28h 41m

Ho Chi Minh City

Wed 10/29

7:50 am-10:42 pm

2 stops26h 52m

$928

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Mon 9/8

8:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sun 9/28

12:25 am-9:45 pm

2 stops33h 20m

$1,139

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Sat 6/28

7:00 am-11:15 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sat 7/5

11:45 pm-9:08 pm

2 stops33h 23m

$1,550

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Fri 6/27

7:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops27h 05m

Ho Chi Minh City

Fri 7/4

7:35 am-10:19 am

2 stops38h 44m

$1,798

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Mon 6/2

6:35 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops40h 40m

Ho Chi Minh City

Wed 7/2

11:45 pm-9:08 pm

2 stops33h 23m

$1,850

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Mon 6/2

2:15 pm-7:25 am

2 stops29h 10m

Ho Chi Minh City

Wed 7/2

9:25 am-8:37 pm

2 stops47h 12m

$2,092

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Mon 6/30

7:24 am-7:40 am

2 stops36h 16m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sun 8/3

8:00 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops36h 35m

$2,189

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Wed 10/29

5:19 am-5:50 am

2 stops36h 31m

Ho Chi Minh City

Mon 11/10

11:40 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops27h 53m

$5,242

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Ho Chi Minh City flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Ho Chi Minh City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Ho Chi Minh City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Ho Chi Minh City flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Ho Chi Minh City flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Ho Chi Minh City from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City

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 May 9, 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 $919). Flying from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,521). 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 May 14, 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.

Rainfall in Ho Chi Minh City by month

Plan your trip to Ho Chi Minh City by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Ho Chi Minh City ranges from 0.0 - 13.4 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Ho Chi Minh City when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Ho Chi Minh City by month

Plan your trip to Ho Chi Minh City by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Ho Chi Minh City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

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 May 14, 2025.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

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
1,073 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

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
1,471 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

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
864 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

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
7,946 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,344 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

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

    According to our current data, ANA ($919), United Airlines ($921), and American Airlines ($928) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City. ANA is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City that include hotel bookings?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City 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 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 $919). Flying from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,521). 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 May 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Japan AirlinesCheapest$717Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,031Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,070Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,079Average$1,720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ANACheapest$1,120Average$1,368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Korean AirCheapest$1,128Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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