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

Minneapolis (MSP) was the most common stop: 60% 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.

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

WestJet, Japan Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Tokyo

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

Chicago (ORD) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 42m.

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 53% 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 Minneapolis (MSP) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,494.

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 March 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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6:00 am - 1:25 pm

DSM

NRT

17h 25m

1 stop

9:45 am - 10:26 am

NRT

DSM

14h 41m

1 stop

$1,113Japan Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 28

5:00 am - 3:50 pm

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NRT

20h 50m

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9:45 am - 1:46 pm

NRT

DSM

18h 01m

1 stop

$1,152American Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 28

5:00 am - 2:20 pm

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HND

19h 20m

1 stop

4:20 pm - 8:43 pm

HND

DSM

18h 23m

2 stops

$1,156American Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 28

9:00 am - 2:45 pm

DSM

NRT

15h 45m

1 stop

5:05 pm - 10:47 am

NRT

DSM

31h 42m

2 stops

$1,157United Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Wed, Apr 29

11:09 am - 5:30 pm

DSM

HND

16h 21m

1 stop

10:45 am - 2:47 pm

HND

DSM

18h 02m

1 stop

$1,171American Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 28

5:17 pm - 7:00 pm

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HND

35h 43m

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5:15 pm - 11:24 pm

HND

DSM

20h 09m

1 stop

$1,201United Airlines

Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, May 2

6:31 pm - 1:05 pm

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HND

28h 34m

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4:20 pm - 10:16 am

HND

DSM

31h 56m

2 stops

$1,207Delta

Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, May 2

3:21 pm - 3:25 pm

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HND

34h 04m

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5:15 pm - 7:26 pm

HND

DSM

16h 11m

1 stop

$1,213ANA

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7:29 am - 5:30 pm

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20h 01m

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1:00 pm - 4:22 pm

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17h 22m

1 stop

$1,223Japan Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 29

5:00 am - 3:10 pm

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20h 10m

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4:45 pm - 8:17 pm

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DSM

17h 32m

2 stops

$1,240ANA

Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 19

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Sep 8

DSM5:35 pmDes Moines

56h 45m

2 stops

NRT4:20 pmTokyo Narita

Sep 21

NRT6:30 pmTokyo Narita

40h 15m

2 stops

DSM8:45 pmDes Moines

$1,236

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Sep 16

DSM10:55 amDes Moines

39h 25m

2 stops

NRT4:20 pmTokyo Narita

Sep 28

NRT6:30 pmTokyo Narita

40h 15m

2 stops

DSM8:45 pmDes Moines

$1,277

WestJet

Jul 13

DSM6:20 amDes Moines

44h 00m

2 stops

NRT4:20 pmTokyo Narita

Jul 20

NRT6:30 pmTokyo Narita

40h 47m

2 stops

DSM9:17 pmDes Moines

$1,296

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Apr 14

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

17h 25m

1 stop

NRT1:25 pmTokyo Narita

Apr 28

NRT9:45 amTokyo Narita

14h 41m

1 stop

DSM10:26 amDes Moines

$1,113

Japan Airlines

Aug 25

DSM7:29 amDes Moines

20h 01m

1 stop

HND5:30 pmTokyo Haneda

Sep 29

HND1:00 pmTokyo Haneda

17h 22m

1 stop

DSM4:22 pmDes Moines

$1,223

Japan Airlines

Sep 1

DSM7:29 amDes Moines

20h 01m

1 stop

HND5:30 pmTokyo Haneda

Sep 15

HND1:00 pmTokyo Haneda

17h 22m

1 stop

DSM4:22 pmDes Moines

$1,224

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1 stop17h 25m

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Tue 4/28

9:45 am-10:26 am

1 stop14h 41m

$1,113

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Des Moines

Tue 4/14

5:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops20h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 4/28

9:45 am-1:46 pm

1 stop18h 01m

$1,152

Des MoinesTokyo

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DSMHND

Des Moines

Tue 4/14

5:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 4/28

4:20 pm-8:43 pm

2 stops18h 23m

$1,156

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Tue 4/14

9:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop15h 45m

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5:05 pm-10:47 am

2 stops31h 42m

$1,157

Des MoinesTokyo

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11:09 am-5:30 pm

1 stop16h 21m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 4/28

10:45 am-2:47 pm

1 stop18h 02m

$1,171

Des MoinesTokyo

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Sat 4/18

5:17 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops35h 43m

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5:15 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop20h 09m

$1,201

Des MoinesTokyo

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Des Moines

Sat 4/18

6:31 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops28h 34m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 5/2

4:20 pm-10:16 am

2 stops31h 56m

$1,207

Des MoinesTokyo

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Des Moines

Sat 4/18

3:21 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop34h 04m

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Sat 5/2

5:15 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop16h 11m

$1,213

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - HND

DSMHND

Des Moines

Tue 8/25

7:29 am-5:30 pm

1 stop20h 01m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 9/29

1:00 pm-4:22 pm

1 stop17h 22m

$1,223

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM - NRT

DSMNRT

Des Moines

Wed 8/5

5:00 am-3:10 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 8/19

4:45 pm-8:17 pm

2 stops17h 32m

$1,240

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The cheapest month to fly to Tokyo from Des Moines is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $833, 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 $968.

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The straight-line distance from Des Moines to Tokyo is 6115.6 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 15h 56m.
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As of March 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 30% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Japan Airlines at 24%, American Airlines at 17%, and Delta at 15%.

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