How long does it take to fly to Ho Chi Minh City?

The flight from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Des Moines (a popular airport in Iowa) to Ho Chi Minh City (the most popular airport in Ho Chi Minh City), then the flight time is 25h 54m on average. If you fly from Waterloo (another popular airport in Iowa) to Ho Chi Minh City, then the average flight time is 33h 18m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City?

Cathay Pacific, ANA, and China Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City

What airlines fly to Ho Chi Minh City?

United Airlines, ANA and Japan Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Ho Chi Minh City from Iowa 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 Ho Chi Minh City. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Ho Chi Minh City on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?

Prices for flights from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City Airport is 7 as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Ho Chi Minh City Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Ho Chi Minh City Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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7:00 am - 1:50 pm

OMA

SGN

42h 50m

2 stops

8:00 pm - 2:25 pm

SGN

OMA

54h 25m

2 stops

$1,134Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Tue, Sep 8

3:17 pm - 7:40 am

OMA

SGN

52h 23m

2 stops

8:00 pm - 2:35 pm

SGN

OMA

54h 35m

2 stops

$1,141Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Oct 14

3:31 pm - 4:20 pm

OMA

SGN

36h 49m

2 stops

5:50 pm - 2:21 pm

SGN

OMA

33h 31m

2 stops

$1,184China Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Nov 1

3:17 pm - 9:55 am

OMA

SGN

30h 38m

2 stops

3:45 pm - 2:35 pm

SGN

OMA

34h 50m

2 stops

$1,200Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Oct 14

6:22 pm - 10:05 am

DSM

SGN

27h 43m

2 stops

11:05 am - 11:07 pm

SGN

DSM

24h 02m

2 stops

$1,217Cathay Pacific

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30

10:26 am - 10:05 am

DSM

SGN

35h 39m

2 stops

6:20 pm - 3:13 pm

SGN

DSM

56h 53m

2 stops

$1,224Cathay Pacific

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 30

7:00 am - 1:50 pm

OMA

SGN

42h 50m

2 stops

8:00 pm - 6:55 pm

SGN

OMA

34h 55m

2 stops

$1,257Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 25

2:38 pm - 4:45 pm

OMA

SGN

37h 07m

2 stops

11:40 am - 11:39 pm

SGN

OMA

24h 59m

2 stops

$1,279STARLUX Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 17

5:37 am - 10:15 am

DSM

SGN

40h 38m

2 stops

11:30 am - 1:45 pm

SGN

DSM

38h 15m

2 stops

$1,330STARLUX Airlines

Sun, Aug 2 - Thu, Oct 22

2:47 pm - 1:50 pm

CID

SGN

35h 03m

2 stops

7:40 pm - 11:15 pm

SGN

CID

39h 35m

2 stops

$1,369Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Fri, Oct 30

Qatar Airways flights from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City

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Qatar Airways

Sep 1

OMA7:00 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

42h 50m

2 stops

SGN1:50 pmHo Chi Minh City

Sep 25

SGN8:00 pmHo Chi Minh City

34h 55m

2 stops

OMA6:55 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,257

Qatar Airways

Sep 16

CID2:47 pmCedar Rapids

35h 03m

2 stops

SGN1:50 pmHo Chi Minh City

Oct 30

SGN7:40 pmHo Chi Minh City

39h 35m

2 stops

CID11:15 pmCedar Rapids

$1,369

Qatar Airways

Oct 2

CID2:47 pmCedar Rapids

35h 03m

2 stops

SGN1:50 pmHo Chi Minh City

Nov 16

SGN7:40 pmHo Chi Minh City

35h 34m

2 stops

CID6:14 pmCedar Rapids

$1,423

Cathay Pacific flights from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City

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Cathay Pacific

Sep 1

DSM6:22 pmDes Moines

27h 43m

2 stops

SGN10:05 amHo Chi Minh City

Sep 30

SGN11:05 amHo Chi Minh City

24h 02m

2 stops

DSM11:07 pmDes Moines

$1,217

Cathay Pacific

Sep 1

DSM10:26 amDes Moines

35h 39m

2 stops

SGN10:05 amHo Chi Minh City

Sep 30

SGN6:20 pmHo Chi Minh City

56h 53m

2 stops

DSM3:13 pmDes Moines

$1,224

Cathay Pacific

Sep 1

DSM10:26 amDes Moines

25h 54m

2 stops

SGN12:20 amHo Chi Minh City

Sep 30

SGN7:10 amHo Chi Minh City

27h 57m

2 stops

DSM11:07 pmDes Moines

$1,246

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OmahaHo Chi Minh City

OMA - SGN

OMASGN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 8/19

7:00 am-1:50 pm

2 stops42h 50m

Ho Chi Minh City

Tue 9/8

8:00 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops54h 25m

$1,134

OmahaHo Chi Minh City

OMA - SGN

OMASGN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 9/16

3:17 pm-7:40 am

2 stops52h 23m

Ho Chi Minh City

Wed 10/14

8:00 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops54h 35m

$1,141

OmahaHo Chi Minh City

OMA - SGN

OMASGN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 10/22

3:31 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops36h 49m

Ho Chi Minh City

Sun 11/1

5:50 pm-2:21 pm

2 stops33h 31m

$1,184

OmahaHo Chi Minh City

OMA - SGN

OMASGN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 9/16

3:17 pm-9:55 am

2 stops30h 38m

Ho Chi Minh City

Wed 10/14

3:45 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops34h 50m

$1,200

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Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Tue 9/1

6:22 pm-10:05 am

2 stops27h 43m

Ho Chi Minh City

Wed 9/30

11:05 am-11:07 pm

2 stops24h 02m

$1,217

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Tue 9/1

10:26 am-10:05 am

2 stops35h 39m

Ho Chi Minh City

Wed 9/30

6:20 pm-3:13 pm

2 stops56h 53m

$1,224

OmahaHo Chi Minh City

OMA - SGN

OMASGN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 9/1

7:00 am-1:50 pm

2 stops42h 50m

Ho Chi Minh City

Fri 9/25

8:00 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops34h 55m

$1,257

OmahaHo Chi Minh City

OMA - SGN

OMASGN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 11/1

2:38 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops37h 07m

Ho Chi Minh City

Tue 11/17

11:40 am-11:39 pm

2 stops24h 59m

$1,279

Des MoinesHo Chi Minh City

DSM - SGN

DSMSGN

Des Moines

Sun 8/2

5:37 am-10:15 am

2 stops40h 38m

Ho Chi Minh City

Thu 10/22

11:30 am-1:45 pm

2 stops38h 15m

$1,330

Cedar RapidsHo Chi Minh City

CID - SGN

CIDSGN

Cedar Rapids

Wed 9/16

2:47 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops35h 03m

Ho Chi Minh City

Fri 10/30

7:40 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops39h 35m

$1,369

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Ho Chi Minh City?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $678. If you’re not able to fly to Ho Chi Minh City in January, then July is your next best option. Flight prices from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City during July average around $717.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Ho Chi Minh City from Iowa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Ho Chi Minh City for around $1,253 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Ho Chi Minh City from Iowa for as low as $977 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	25h 54m
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The fastest flight from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City takes 25h 54m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?
Prices for flights from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City Airport is 7 as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Ho Chi Minh City Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Ho Chi Minh City Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Ho Chi Minh City Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Iowa to Ho Chi Minh City

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $733	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,825 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $840	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,711 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $847	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,664 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $961	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,329 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
ANA	PriceFrom $994	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,209 reviews	Search ANA flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,131	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,452 reviews	Search Delta flights

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