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$458+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Seoul (SEL)

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 — SEL
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jue. 10/16
jue. 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Seoul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Seoul (SEL). 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 septiembre 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 Seoul (SEL)
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Seoul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 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.
jue. 10/162:37 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops35h 08mMultiple Airlines
jue. 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.
dom. 10/192:37 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops48h 13mMultiple Airlines
jue. 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.
jue. 10/162:37 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops35h 08mMultiple Airlines
dom. 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.
vie. 10/318:30 amDSM - ICN
1 stop31h 10mMultiple Airlines
vie. 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.
jue. 10/302:32 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops35h 38mMultiple Airlines
jue. 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.
lun. 10/133:40 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
jue. 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.
mié. 10/157:30 amDSM - ICN
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
jue. 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.
dom. 10/123:43 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops58h 02mMultiple Airlines
jue. 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.
jue. 10/306:07 pmDSM - ICN
2 stops31h 48mAmerican Airlines
jue. 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.
dom. 10/197:27 pmDSM - ICN
1 stop30h 03mAmerican Airlines
jue. 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.
mié. 10/299:30 amDSM - GMP
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
mié. 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.
dom. 10/196:07 pmDSM - GMP
2 stops26h 38mMultiple Airlines
jue. 10/237:55 amGMP - DSM
2 stops19h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,293

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Seoul that are best for you.

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Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

vie. 10/31

8:30 am-5:40 am

1 stop31h 10m

Incheon Intl

vie. 11/7

8:35 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops56h 12m

$1,008

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

dom. 10/19

7:27 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop30h 03m

Incheon Intl

jue. 10/23

5:45 pm-8:22 am

2 stops28h 37m

$1,027

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

vie. 10/31

5:04 am-3:55 pm

1 stop20h 51m

Incheon Intl

vie. 11/7

7:15 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop18h 44m

$1,037

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

jue. 10/30

1:05 pm-4:40 am

2 stops25h 35m

Incheon Intl

lun. 11/17

12:45 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops25h 59m

$1,039

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

dom. 10/19

6:36 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops30h 24m

Incheon Intl

jue. 10/23

11:30 am-8:18 pm

2 stops22h 48m

$1,039

Des MoinesSeoul

DSM - GMP

DSMGMP

Des Moines

mié. 10/29

9:30 am-10:05 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

mié. 11/5

8:00 am-2:27 pm

2 stops21h 27m

$1,075

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

mar. 11/4

6:05 am-4:50 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Incheon Intl

lun. 11/17

7:30 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop16h 34m

$1,138

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

lun. 11/3

6:39 pm-5:45 am

1 stop20h 06m

Incheon Intl

dom. 11/16

9:35 am-4:19 pm

1 stop21h 44m

$1,138

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

sáb. 11/1

5:15 pm-5:00 am

1 stop21h 45m

Incheon Intl

jue. 11/13

7:30 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop16h 34m

$1,138

Des MoinesIncheon

DSM - ICN

DSMICN

Des Moines

jue. 10/30

7:03 am-3:30 pm

1 stop18h 27m

Incheon Intl

vie. 11/14

6:00 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop19h 33m

$1,138

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Seoul

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to SEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Seoul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated septiembre 16, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Seoul in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Seoul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Seoul. 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 Seoul. Reviews last updated septiembre 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Korean Air and Delta from Des Moines to Seoul have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,140 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

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

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

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

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Seoul?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Seoul. On average, Des Moines has 0 outbound flights to Seoul per day from 2 airlines. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Seoul?

    American Airlines and Japan Airlines can get you from Des Moines to Seoul in just under 30h 03m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 30m. There are 6417 mi between Des Moines and Seoul. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Seoul round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Seoul round-trip from $1,036. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Korean Air. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Seoul for 32% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Seoul one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Seoul are United Airlines ($522), American Airlines ($602), and Japan Airlines ($704).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Seoul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Seoul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Seoul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Seoul 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 Seoul?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Seoul (average of $989). Flying from Des Moines to Seoul 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 Seoul

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Seoul. 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 septiembre 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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