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$458+ 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 10/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ICN
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to South Korea

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to South Korea flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$961
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$458
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,531
From Des Moines to South Korea
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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 September 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/162:37 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops35h 08mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/239:30 pmICN - DSM
1 stop31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$961
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/192:37 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops48h 13mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/239:30 pmICN - DSM
1 stop31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$980
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/162:37 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops35h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/199:30 pmICN - DSM
1 stop31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$989
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/318:30 amDSM - ICN
1 stop31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/76:55 pmICN - DSM
2 stops57h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$991
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/302:32 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops35h 38mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/69:55 pmICN - DSM
1 stop32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,000
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/133:40 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/239:30 pmICN - DSM
1 stop31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,011
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/157:30 amDSM - ICN
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/239:30 pmICN - DSM
1 stop31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,017
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/123:43 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops58h 02mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/239:30 pmICN - DSM
1 stop31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,020
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:07 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops31h 48mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/67:15 pmICN - DSM
1 stop30h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,026
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/197:27 pmDSM - ICN
1 stop30h 03mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/235:45 pmICN - DSM
2 stops28h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,027
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/299:30 amDSM - GMP
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/58:00 amGMP - DSM
2 stops21h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,075
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/196:07 pmDSM - GMP
2 stops26h 38mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/237:55 amGMP - DSM
2 stops19h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,293

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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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to South Korea that are best for you.

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Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

8:30 am-5:40 am

1 stop31h 10m

Incheon Intl

Fri 11/7

8:35 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops56h 12m

$1,008

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Sun 10/19

7:27 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop30h 03m

Incheon Intl

Thu 10/23

5:45 pm-8:22 am

2 stops28h 37m

$1,027

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

5:04 am-3:55 pm

1 stop20h 51m

Incheon Intl

Fri 11/7

7:15 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop18h 44m

$1,037

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

1:05 pm-4:40 am

2 stops25h 35m

Incheon Intl

Mon 11/17

12:45 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops25h 59m

$1,039

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Sun 10/19

6:36 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops30h 24m

Incheon Intl

Thu 10/23

11:30 am-8:18 pm

2 stops22h 48m

$1,039

Des MoinesSeoul

DSM - GMP

DSMGMP

Des Moines

Wed 10/29

9:30 am-10:05 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 11/5

8:00 am-2:27 pm

2 stops21h 27m

$1,075

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Tue 11/4

6:05 am-4:50 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Incheon Intl

Mon 11/17

7:30 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop16h 34m

$1,138

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Mon 11/3

6:39 pm-5:45 am

1 stop20h 06m

Incheon Intl

Sun 11/16

9:35 am-4:19 pm

1 stop21h 44m

$1,138

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Sat 11/1

5:15 pm-5:00 am

1 stop21h 45m

Incheon Intl

Thu 11/13

7:30 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop16h 34m

$1,138

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

7:03 am-3:30 pm

1 stop18h 27m

Incheon Intl

Fri 11/14

6:00 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop19h 33m

$1,138

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Best time to book a flight 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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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.

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 September 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air and Delta from Des Moines to South Korea to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,140 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

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
1,140 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,140 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

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
7,957 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,140 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

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.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to South Korea?

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to South Korea in 30h 03m. Fly via American Airlines or Japan Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Des Moines and South Korea is about 6417 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 ($522), American Airlines ($602), and Japan Airlines ($704).

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to South Korea?

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

  • 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 $989). Flying from Des Moines to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,621). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to South Korea

Discover the top 2 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,036Average$1,486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Korean AirCheapest$1,291Average$1,739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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