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

Japan Airlines, ANA, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Tokyo

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

Flights connecting via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 36m.

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

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,495.

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

Chicago (ORD) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to Tokyo?

Delta, United Airlines and ANA are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tokyo from Des Moines according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Tokyo. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Tokyo on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Denver (DEN) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 31m.

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 November 2026, there are 3 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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6:15 am - 5:45 pmDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

20h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:20 pm - 6:43 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

15h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$830United Airlines

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Feb 17

8:00 am - 3:00 pmDSM Des Moines-NRT Tokyo Narita

16h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:05 pm - 10:47 amNRT Tokyo Narita-DSM Des Moines

32h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$834ANA

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Feb 17

8:00 am - 5:45 pmDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

18h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:25 pm - 10:51 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

19h 26m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

$834United Airlines

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Feb 17

10:41 am - 5:45 pmDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

16h 04m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5:35 pm - 9:02 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

18h 27m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$836Delta

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Feb 17

8:00 am - 9:05 pmDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

22h 05m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles

7:40 pm - 10:51 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

18h 11m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

$837United Airlines

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Feb 17

5:23 pm - 5:45 pmDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

33h 22m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5:20 pm - 4:08 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

13h 48m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$840Delta

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Feb 17

8:00 am - 3:00 pmDSM Des Moines-NRT Tokyo Narita

16h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:55 pm - 8:31 pmNRT Tokyo Narita-DSM Des Moines

18h 36m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl

$886ANA

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Feb 17

8:00 am - 3:00 pmDSM Des Moines-NRT Tokyo Narita

16h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:05 pm - 10:41 amNRT Tokyo Narita-DSM Des Moines

32h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$886ANA

Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 8

7:49 pm - 5:05 amDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

18h 16m1 stop Los Angeles

6:00 pm - 8:02 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

17h 02m1 stop Los Angeles

$950American Airlines

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Feb 17

7:49 pm - 5:05 amDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

18h 16m1 stop Los Angeles

6:00 pm - 7:19 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

16h 19m1 stop Los Angeles

$950American Airlines

Tue, Jan 19 - Thu, Jan 28

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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Tokyo

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United Airlines

Jan 11

DSM6:15 amDes Moines

20h 30m

1 stop

HND5:45 pmTokyo Haneda

Feb 17

HND6:20 pmTokyo Haneda

15h 23m

1 stop

DSM6:43 pmDes Moines

$830

United Airlines

Jan 11

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

18h 45m

1 stop

HND5:45 pmTokyo Haneda

Feb 17

HND6:25 pmTokyo Haneda

19h 26m

2 stops

DSM10:51 pmDes Moines

$834

United Airlines

Jan 11

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

22h 05m

2 stops

HND9:05 pmTokyo Haneda

Feb 17

HND7:40 pmTokyo Haneda

18h 11m

2 stops

DSM10:51 pmDes Moines

$837

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Tokyo

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American Airlines

Jan 11

DSM7:49 pmDes Moines

18h 16m

1 stop

HND5:05 amTokyo Haneda

Feb 17

HND6:00 pmTokyo Haneda

17h 02m

1 stop

DSM8:02 pmDes Moines

$828

American Airlines

Jan 11

DSM7:49 pmDes Moines

18h 16m

1 stop

HND5:05 amTokyo Haneda

Feb 17

HND1:05 pmTokyo Haneda

19h 31m

2 stops

DSM5:36 pmDes Moines

$833

American Airlines

Jan 25

DSM9:45 amDes Moines

17h 40m

1 stop

HND6:25 pmTokyo Haneda

Feb 8

HND6:00 pmTokyo Haneda

16h 19m

1 stop

DSM7:19 pmDes Moines

$878

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Mon 1/11

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1 stop20h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 2/17

6:20 pm-6:43 pm

1 stop15h 23m

$830

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1 stop16h 00m

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5:35 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop18h 27m

$836

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DSM Des Moines - HND Tokyo Haneda

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8:00 am-9:05 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 2/17

7:40 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops18h 11m

$837

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM Des Moines - HND Tokyo Haneda

DSMHND

Des Moines

Mon 1/11

5:23 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops33h 22m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 2/17

5:20 pm-4:08 pm

1 stop13h 48m

$840

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM Des Moines - NRT Tokyo Narita

DSMNRT

Des Moines

Mon 1/11

8:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 2/17

4:55 pm-8:31 pm

2 stops18h 36m

$886

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM Des Moines - NRT Tokyo Narita

DSMNRT

Des Moines

Mon 1/25

8:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 2/8

5:05 pm-10:41 am

1 stop32h 36m

$886

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM Des Moines - HND Tokyo Haneda

DSMHND

Des Moines

Mon 1/11

7:49 pm-5:05 am

1 stop18h 16m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 2/17

6:00 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop17h 02m

$950

Des MoinesTokyo

DSM Des Moines - HND Tokyo Haneda

DSMHND

Des Moines

Tue 1/19

7:49 pm-5:05 am

1 stop18h 16m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 1/28

6:00 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop16h 19m

$950

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Des Moines and Tokyo?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,070 to $1,550.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $830.

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 $1,036, 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 October is your next best option. Flight prices from Des Moines to Tokyo during October average around $1,192.

Can stopping save me money on Des Moines to Tokyo flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Des Moines to Tokyo flight.

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Best Price Found	$621
Fastest flight time	16h 00m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Tokyo from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $621. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Tokyo found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $830.

The fastest flight from Des Moines to Tokyo takes 16h 00m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Des Moines to Tokyo

How far is Des Moines to Tokyo by plane?
The straight-line distance from Des Moines to Tokyo is 6115.6 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 16h 00m.
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 November 2026, there are 3 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 26% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Japan Airlines at 23%, ANA at 21%, and Delta at 20%.

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ANA	PriceFrom $830	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,339 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $840	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,462 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,036	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,697 reviews	Search Delta flights

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