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$569+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to South Korea

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DSM — ICN
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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Round-trip from

$1,142
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$569
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

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February

Average price

$1,619
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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 May 1, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/211:35 amDSM - ICN
3 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/2612:45 pmICN - DSM
2 stops18h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,142
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 11/25:18 amDSM - ICN
1 stop20h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/166:50 pmICN - DSM
1 stop18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,172
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 11/26:30 pmDSM - ICN
1 stop20h 15mDelta
Sun 11/168:05 pmICN - DSM
2 stops29h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/30$1,400
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 7/710:03 amDSM - GMP
2 stops41h 57mJapan Airlines
Tue 7/157:55 amGMP - DSM
2 stops19h 35mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,408
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/78:35 amDSM - ICN
1 stop30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/148:45 pmICN - DSM
2 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,409
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/135:52 pmDSM - ICN
3 stops34h 53mWestJet
Fri 6/208:45 pmICN - DSM
2 stops34h 21mWestJet
Deal found 5/1$1,474
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/37:43 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops31h 22mQatar Airways
Tue 11/1812:20 amICN - DSM
2 stops37h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,559
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/25:18 amDSM - GMP
2 stops26h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/167:50 amGMP - DSM
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,680
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/75:40 amDSM - ICN
1 stop21h 10mKorean Air
Mon 7/146:40 pmICN - DSM
1 stop16h 27mKorean Air
Deal found 4/30$1,855
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/28:00 amDSM - GMP
2 stops24h 20mANA
Thu 11/277:45 amGMP - DSM
2 stops24h 48mANA
Deal found 4/29$1,910
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/235:27 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops51h 53mFinnair
Sun 6/19:50 pmICN - DSM
2 stops39h 06mFinnair
Deal found 4/30$1,911
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 6/145:20 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops32h 45mAir Canada
Sat 6/215:45 pmICN - DSM
2 stops20h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$1,949

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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

Tue 9/2

9:08 am-4:20 am

2 stops29h 12m

Incheon Intl

Wed 11/26

12:45 pm-4:14 pm

2 stops18h 29m

$1,142

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

5:25 am-3:30 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Incheon Intl

Wed 11/19

6:50 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$1,172

Des MoinesSeoul

DSM - GMP

DSMGMP

Des Moines

Mon 7/7

10:03 am-6:00 pm

2 stops41h 57m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Tue 7/15

7:55 am-1:30 pm

2 stops19h 35m

$1,408

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Mon 7/7

8:35 am-4:55 am

1 stop30h 20m

Incheon Intl

Mon 7/14

8:45 pm-10:10 am

2 stops51h 25m

$1,409

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Mon 6/30

10:59 am-5:20 pm

1 stop16h 21m

Incheon Intl

Sun 7/13

6:40 pm-9:07 pm

1 stop16h 27m

$1,436

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Fri 6/13

5:52 pm-6:45 pm

3 stops34h 53m

Incheon Intl

Fri 6/20

8:45 pm-5:06 pm

2 stops34h 21m

$1,474

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

7:43 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops31h 22m

Incheon Intl

Tue 11/18

12:20 am-10:40 pm

2 stops37h 20m

$1,559

Des MoinesSeoul

DSM - GMP

DSMGMP

Des Moines

Mon 6/9

5:58 pm-10:45 am

2 stops26h 47m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 6/18

7:55 am-1:28 pm

2 stops19h 33m

$1,848

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

Mon 7/7

5:40 am-4:50 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Incheon Intl

Mon 7/14

6:40 pm-9:07 pm

1 stop16h 27m

$1,855

Des MoinesSeoul

DSM - GMP

DSMGMP

Des Moines

Tue 9/2

8:00 am-10:20 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Thu 11/27

7:45 am-5:33 pm

2 stops24h 48m

$1,910

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to South Korea

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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 $1,001). Flying from Des Moines to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,635). 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 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 May 1, 2025.

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.

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 May 1, 2025.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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
1,069 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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.
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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
7,934 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,275 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

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.

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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 American Airlines ($832), United Airlines ($879), and Air Canada ($922).

  • 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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    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 $1,001). Flying from Des Moines to South Korea in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,635). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,036Average$1,452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,279Average$1,527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Korean AirCheapest$1,291Average$1,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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