Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?

Flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Ho Chi Minh City (SGN).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,147 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,400, a difference of $253. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Ho Chi Minh City?

Some of the most popular sights in Ho Chi Minh City are Ben Thanh Market, Le Van Tam Park and Bitexco Financial Tower. These are among the most viewed places in Ho Chi Minh City on KAYAK.

How expensive are last-minute Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $1,287 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City looking right now?

One-way fares from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $999, which is 33% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Ho Chi Minh City?

Ho Chi Minh City is 12 hours ahead of Des Moines (Indochina Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City flight?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City range from $1,103 to $1,432, with an average of $1,287 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,103 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City at $1,101 round-trip. •May ($1,746) and June ($1,695) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 58% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City the cheapest?

Flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?

Cathay Pacific ($1,099) and Japan Airlines ($1,169) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

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One-way

Tue, Jan 19 - Wed, Feb 10

7:36 am - 6:35 pmDSM Des Moines-SGN Ho Chi Minh City

45h 59m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

7:15 am - 7:19 pmSGN Ho Chi Minh City-DSM Des Moines

25h 04m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,077Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 23

7:36 am - 8:25 pmDSM Des Moines-SGN Ho Chi Minh City

47h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

7:15 am - 8:00 pmSGN Ho Chi Minh City-DSM Des Moines

25h 45m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,077Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 17

8:05 pm - 10:35 amDSM Des Moines-SGN Ho Chi Minh City

49h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

7:15 am - 6:56 pmSGN Ho Chi Minh City-DSM Des Moines

24h 41m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,099Cathay Pacific

Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 18

8:05 pm - 10:35 amDSM Des Moines-SGN Ho Chi Minh City

49h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

7:45 pm - 6:54 pmSGN Ho Chi Minh City-DSM Des Moines

36h 09m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,099Cathay Pacific

Sun, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 14

9:23 am - 10:25 pmDSM Des Moines-SGN Ho Chi Minh City

48h 02m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Narita

11:45 pm - 1:35 pmSGN Ho Chi Minh City-DSM Des Moines

26h 50m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,169Japan Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 15

9:25 am - 5:55 amDSM Des Moines-SGN Ho Chi Minh City

31h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

7:50 am - 1:28 pmSGN Ho Chi Minh City-DSM Des Moines

42h 38m2 stops Tokyo Narita Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,189Japan Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 16

6:54 pm - 12:50 pmDSM Des Moines-SGN Ho Chi Minh City

29h 56m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Incheon Intl

2:05 pm - 10:35 pmSGN Ho Chi Minh City-DSM Des Moines

45h 30m2 stops Incheon Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,193Delta

Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 18

6:00 am - 10:25 pmDSM Des Moines-SGN Ho Chi Minh City

27h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Incheon Intl

11:40 pm - 8:43 pmSGN Ho Chi Minh City-DSM Des Moines

34h 03m2 stops Incheon Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,193Delta

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3

6:05 am - 9:55 pmDSM Des Moines-SGN Ho Chi Minh City

50h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda

7:30 am - 9:25 pmSGN Ho Chi Minh City-DSM Des Moines

26h 55m2 stops Tokyo Narita Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,199United Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18

5:30 am - 11:10 pmDSM Des Moines-SGN Ho Chi Minh City

28h 40m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

7:30 am - 10:59 pmSGN Ho Chi Minh City-DSM Des Moines

28h 29m2 stops Tokyo Narita Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,203United Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •February is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City at $1,101 round-trip.
•May ($1,746) and June ($1,695) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 58% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City the cheapest?: Flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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When to book flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City range from $1,103 to $1,432, with an average of $1,287 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,103 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $1,287 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
How are flight prices from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City looking right now?
One-way fares from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $999, which is 33% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?
Flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Ho Chi Minh City (SGN).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,147 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,400, a difference of $253.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Ho Chi Minh City?
Ho Chi Minh City is 12 hours ahead of Des Moines (Indochina Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Ho Chi Minh City?
Some of the most popular sights in Ho Chi Minh City are Ben Thanh Market, Le Van Tam Park and Bitexco Financial Tower. These are among the most viewed places in Ho Chi Minh City on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,147, about $253 less than Saturday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Ho Chi Minh City trip for February. Fares historically average $1,101 round-trip in that month - typically $645 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ho Chi Minh City Airport.

• Eastin Grand Hotel Saigon
• ibis Saigon Airport
• Holiday Inn & Suites Saigon Airport By IHG

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