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$905+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to South Korea

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ICN
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 12/45:00 amDSM - ICN
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/117:15 pmICN - DSM
1 stop30h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/1$905
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/115:00 amDSM - ICN
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/207:15 pmICN - DSM
1 stop18h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$916
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/55:04 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops32h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/257:15 pmICN - DSM
2 stops28h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,020
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/55:00 amDSM - ICN
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/197:15 pmICN - DSM
1 stop18h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,027
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 11/22:13 pmDSM - ICN
1 stop24h 32mDelta
Sun 11/167:30 pmICN - DSM
1 stop16h 45mDelta
Deal found 10/31$1,138
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Tue 11/112:19 pmDSM - GMP
2 stops37h 01mJapan Airlines
Thu 11/207:40 pmGMP - DSM
2 stops31h 56mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,138
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 12/165:00 amDSM - ICN
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/237:15 pmICN - DSM
1 stop36h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/31$1,159
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Mon 12/156:28 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops31h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/227:15 pmICN - DSM
1 stop19h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,189
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/155:00 amDSM - GMP
2 stops26h 05mJapan Airlines
Mon 12/2212:05 pmGMP - DSM
2 stops45h 21mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/1$1,393
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Wed 11/52:19 pmDSM - GMP
2 stops37h 01mJapan Airlines
Wed 11/1912:05 pmGMP - DSM
2 stops39h 31mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,477
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/165:00 amDSM - GMP
2 stops26h 05mJapan Airlines
Tue 12/237:40 pmGMP - DSM
2 stops34h 13mJapan Airlines
Deal found 10/31$1,731
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Tue 12/161:17 pmDSM - GMP
2 stops30h 38mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/237:40 pmGMP - DSM
2 stops34h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$2,060

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to South Korea

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Round-trip from

$905
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Average price

$1,223
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Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Wed 11/12

5:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Incheon Intl

Wed 11/19

7:15 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop18h 44m

$916

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Sun 2/8

6:54 am-3:30 pm

1 stop17h 36m

Incheon Intl

Thu 2/12

9:35 am-8:53 pm

1 stop26h 18m

$1,055

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Sun 3/15

7:00 am-3:30 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Incheon Intl

Fri 3/20

9:35 am-4:56 pm

1 stop21h 21m

$1,138

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Fri 3/13

5:40 am-3:15 pm

2 stops19h 35m

Incheon Intl

Wed 3/18

11:45 am-8:41 pm

2 stops22h 56m

$1,143

Des MoinesSeoul

DSM - GMP

DSMGMP

Des Moines

Mon 12/15

5:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 12/22

12:05 pm-6:26 pm

2 stops45h 21m

$1,393

Des MoinesSeoul

DSM - GMP

DSMGMP

Des Moines

Wed 2/11

11:42 am-10:05 pm

2 stops43h 23m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Sun 2/15

12:05 pm-6:34 pm

2 stops45h 29m

$1,511

Des MoinesSeoul

DSM - GMP

DSMGMP

Des Moines

Tue 12/16

5:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Tue 12/23

7:40 pm-2:53 pm

2 stops34h 13m

$1,731

Des MoinesSeoul

DSM - GMP

DSMGMP

Des Moines

Tue 12/16

1:17 pm-10:55 am

2 stops30h 38m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Tue 12/23

7:40 pm-2:53 pm

2 stops34h 13m

$2,060

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Tue 12/16

5:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$1,028

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Tue 12/16

2:53 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops34h 22m

$1,064

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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 November 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to South Korea in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 85% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 November 3, 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
1,157 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

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
1,157 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,157 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

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
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,157 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

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 17h 36m. Fly via American Airlines, Delta, 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 American Airlines ($1,028), United Airlines ($1,064), and Japan Airlines ($1,193).

  • 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.

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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 November 3, 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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