Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Des Moines and Tokyo?

Chicago (ORD) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Des Moines to Tokyo?

Flights connecting via Minneapolis (MSP) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 16h 05m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Des Moines to Tokyo?

Minneapolis (MSP) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 08m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Tokyo?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Tokyo

What airlines fly to Tokyo?

United Airlines, Delta and Japan Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tokyo from Des Moines according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Tokyo. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Tokyo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Des Moines to Tokyo?

Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,411.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Tokyo?

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Tokyo are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Tokyo?

As of February 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Tokyo.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Tokyo?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Tokyo.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tokyo?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Tokyo may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tokyo. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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5:05 am - 6:30 pm

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HND

23h 25m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 2:32 pm

HND

DSM

15h 27m

1 stop

$974American Airlines

Mon, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 17

5:05 am - 6:30 pm

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23h 25m

1 stop

8:25 pm - 11:59 pm

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17h 34m

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11:17 am - 6:30 pm

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17h 13m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 2:32 pm

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15h 27m

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$980American Airlines

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6:15 am - 5:45 pm

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HND

21h 30m

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8:00 pm - 10:38 pm

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DSM

16h 38m

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$984Delta

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8:00 am - 5:45 pm

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HND

19h 45m

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12:50 am - 1:23 pm

HND

DSM

26h 33m

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$987United Airlines

Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 16

6:55 pm - 3:40 pm

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NRT

29h 45m

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5:45 pm - 10:20 pm

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DSM

19h 35m

1 stop

$988United Airlines

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5:35 am - 5:45 pm

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HND

22h 10m

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4:25 pm - 10:38 pm

HND

DSM

20h 13m

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$988Delta

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36h 30m

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5:35 pm - 4:22 pm

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13h 47m

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$990United Airlines

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1:29 pm - 3:40 pm

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35h 11m

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5:35 pm - 8:07 pm

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17h 32m

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$991United Airlines

Sat, Feb 21 - Wed, Feb 25

2:59 pm - 3:55 pm

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NRT

33h 56m

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5:35 pm - 11:42 pm

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21h 07m

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$1,016United Airlines

Wed, Feb 25 - Sat, Mar 7

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Feb 15

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

18h 45m

1 stop

HND5:45 pmTokyo Haneda

Feb 17

HND10:50 amTokyo Haneda

18h 27m

1 stop

DSM2:17 pmDes Moines

$967

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Feb 15

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

18h 45m

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HND5:45 pmTokyo Haneda

Feb 17

HND4:25 pmTokyo Haneda

22h 18m

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DSM11:43 pmDes Moines

$971

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Feb 15

DSM5:30 amDes Moines

18h 30m

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NRT3:00 pmTokyo Narita

Feb 17

NRT5:35 pmTokyo Narita

17h 32m

1 stop

DSM8:07 pmDes Moines

$984

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Mar 10

DSM7:15 amDes Moines

18h 10m

1 stop

HND3:25 pmTokyo Haneda

Mar 16

HND12:50 amTokyo Haneda

26h 33m

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DSM1:23 pmDes Moines

$1,122

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Jul 13

DSM5:50 amDes Moines

25h 10m

2 stops

HND9:00 pmTokyo Haneda

Jul 20

HND9:05 pmTokyo Haneda

29h 36m

2 stops

DSM12:41 pmDes Moines

$1,216

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Apr 11

DSM3:21 pmDes Moines

15h 54m

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HND9:15 pmTokyo Haneda

Apr 18

HND10:40 amTokyo Haneda

15h 49m

1 stop

DSM12:29 pmDes Moines

$1,248

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1 stop23h 25m

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1:05 pm-2:32 pm

1 stop15h 27m

$974

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1 stop23h 25m

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8:25 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops17h 34m

$979

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Des Moines

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11:17 am-6:30 pm

1 stop17h 13m

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1:05 pm-2:32 pm

1 stop15h 27m

$980

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1 stop21h 30m

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8:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

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2 stops26h 33m

$987

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Sat 2/21

6:55 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops29h 45m

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5:45 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$988

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Mon 3/9

5:35 am-5:45 pm

2 stops22h 10m

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4:25 pm-10:38 pm

2 stops20h 13m

$988

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Des Moines

Sat 2/21

11:30 am-3:00 pm

1 stop36h 30m

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Wed 2/25

5:35 pm-4:22 pm

1 stop13h 47m

$990

Des MoinesTokyo

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Des Moines

Sat 2/21

1:29 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop35h 11m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 2/25

5:35 pm-8:07 pm

1 stop17h 32m

$991

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - NRT

DSMNRT

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

2:59 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops33h 56m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 3/7

5:35 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops21h 07m

$1,016

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Tokyo?

The cheapest month to fly to Tokyo from Des Moines is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $855, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Tokyo in February, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Des Moines to Tokyo during September average around $950.

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The straight-line distance from Des Moines to Tokyo is 6115.6 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 15h 36m.
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As of February 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Tokyo.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Tokyo?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Tokyo.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tokyo?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Tokyo may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tokyo. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Tokyo?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Des Moines to Tokyo is United Airlines, representing 35% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Japan Airlines at 20%, American Airlines at 16%, and Delta at 16%.

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