Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Manila?

Flights from Des Moines to Manila usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Manila?

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Manila: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class • First Class Prices vary by airline.

Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Manila pass through?

Most connecting flights from Des Moines to Manila pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Manila?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Des Moines to Manila. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,073 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,355, a difference of $282. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Manila?

Some of the most popular sights in Manila are Manila Ocean Park, Quiapo Church and Rizal Park. These are among the most viewed places in Manila on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Des Moines to Manila?

A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Manila takes 00m, covering 7,972 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Manila?

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 Manila looking right now?

One-way fares from Des Moines to Manila are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $974, which is 49% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Manila?

Manila is 13 hours ahead of Des Moines (Philippine Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport (MNL)?

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport (MNL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Hertz • Avis • Thrifty • Fox

How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Manila flight?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Manila range from $1,071 to $1,366, with an average of $1,197 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,071 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Manila?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Manila. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Manila?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Manila at $1,029 round-trip. •December ($2,260) and June ($2,048) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 119% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Des Moines to Manila?

Cathay Pacific ($1,125) and United Airlines ($1,872) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Manila according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Manila?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $2,516. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Des Moines to Manila which airport offers the shortest layover?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Manila layovers at 13h 59m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $1,071-$1,366

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$471

Typical prices: $612-$702

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Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18

9:25 am - 5:25 amDSM Des Moines-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

30h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:40 pm - 12:26 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DSM Des Moines

21h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$983Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15

7:37 pm - 9:40 amDSM Des Moines-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

24h 03m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Hong Kong Intl

5:50 pm - 6:56 pmMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DSM Des Moines

39h 06m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,081Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 19

9:25 am - 9:40 amDSM Des Moines-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

34h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

5:45 am - 12:19 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DSM Des Moines

32h 34m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,089Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 9

10:26 am - 6:30 pmDSM Des Moines-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

42h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

5:50 pm - 12:13 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DSM Des Moines

44h 23m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,089Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15

9:37 am - 10:40 pmDSM Des Moines-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

47h 03m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Hong Kong Intl

5:50 pm - 7:33 pmMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DSM Des Moines

39h 43m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,089Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 28

7:36 am - 12:20 amDSM Des Moines-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

26h 44m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

7:45 pm - 2:31 pmMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DSM Des Moines

56h 46m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,125Cathay Pacific

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 19

8:00 am - 6:50 amDSM Des Moines-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

32h 50m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National San Francisco

9:55 am - 4:07 pmMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DSM Des Moines

20h 12m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl

$1,872United Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18

8:00 am - 6:50 amDSM Des Moines-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

32h 50m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National San Francisco

9:55 am - 4:07 pmMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DSM Des Moines

20h 12m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl

$1,872United Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16

8:00 am - 6:50 amDSM Des Moines-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

32h 50m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National San Francisco

9:55 am - 4:07 pmMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DSM Des Moines

20h 12m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl

$1,872United Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 12

8:00 am - 9:10 pmDSM Des Moines-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

47h 10m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National San Francisco

11:25 pm - 10:32 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-DSM Des Moines

25h 07m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

$2,005United Airlines

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Manila?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Manila. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Manila? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Manila, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •August is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Manila at $1,029 round-trip.
•December ($2,260) and June ($2,048) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 119% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Manila?
Four cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Manila:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.
How long is a flight from Des Moines to Manila?
A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Manila takes 00m, covering 7,972 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Manila?
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 Manila flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Manila range from $1,071 to $1,366, with an average of $1,197 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,071 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from Des Moines to Manila looking right now?
One-way fares from Des Moines to Manila are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $974, which is 49% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport (MNL)?
Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport (MNL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Hertz
• Avis
• Thrifty
• Fox
Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Manila?
Flights from Des Moines to Manila usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL).
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Manila pass through?
Most connecting flights from Des Moines to Manila pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Manila?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Des Moines to Manila. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,073 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,355, a difference of $282.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Manila?
Manila is 13 hours ahead of Des Moines (Philippine Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Manila?
Some of the most popular sights in Manila are Manila Ocean Park, Quiapo Church and Rizal Park. These are among the most viewed places in Manila on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,073, about $282 less than Sunday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Manila trip for August. Fares historically average $1,029 round-trip in that month - typically $1,231 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Airport.

• Savoy Hotel Manila Near Airport Naia Terminal 3 Mnl
• Okada Manila
• Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay

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