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$571 Find Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Tokyo

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Cheapest round-trip
$991
Typical prices: $1,129-$1,112
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Sun 11/22Sat 12/5
DSM - NRT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$571
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Thu 10/15
DSM - NRT • 2 stops
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Cheapest • from $991 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 8.3 score
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Cheapest • Avg $864 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Tokyo (DSM-TYO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tokyo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Tokyo

Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 5
ANA Logo
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
DSM
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NRT
16h 00m
1 stop
ANA Logo
5:05 pm - 5:33 pm
NRT
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DSM
15h 28m
1 stop
$991ANA
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 5
ANA Logo
8:00 am - 9:05 pm
DSM
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HND
22h 05m
1 stop
ANA Logo
6:20 pm - 10:20 am
HND
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DSM
31h 00m
1 stop
$995ANA
Sun, Nov 22 - Sat, Dec 5
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 5:45 pm
DSM
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HND
20h 25m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:35 pm - 10:29 pm
HND
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DSM
19h 54m
2 stops
$1,003Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
ANA Logo
8:00 am - 9:05 pm
DSM
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HND
22h 05m
1 stop
ANA Logo
10:25 am - 5:33 pm
HND
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DSM
22h 08m
1 stop
$1,174ANA
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
ANA Logo
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
DSM
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NRT
16h 00m
1 stop
ANA Logo
5:05 pm - 5:33 pm
NRT
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DSM
15h 28m
1 stop
$1,175ANA
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 21
Air Canada Logo
5:22 pm - 2:55 pm
DSM
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NRT
31h 33m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
5:50 pm - 10:31 am
NRT
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DSM
30h 41m
2 stops
$1,180Air Canada
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 3:40 pm
DSM
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NRT
19h 40m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:20 pm - 10:48 pm
NRT
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DSM
18h 28m
2 stops
$1,182American Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
5:03 pm - 3:00 pm
DSM
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NRT
30h 57m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 5:33 pm
NRT
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DSM
14h 33m
1 stop
$1,187United Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
8:15 pm - 3:00 pm
DSM
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NRT
27h 45m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 5:33 pm
NRT
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DSM
14h 33m
1 stop
$1,188United Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 25
American Airlines Logo
6:48 pm - 4:45 am
DSM
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HND
19h 57m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
11:55 am - 6:17 pm
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DSM
20h 22m
1 stop
$1,195American Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Des Moines to Tokyo flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Des Moines to Tokyo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Tokyo?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Des Moines to Tokyo departing in November.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Tokyo?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tokyo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Des Moines to Tokyo is December, where tickets cost $622 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,390 and $1,063 respectively.

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Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$571
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Tokyo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Tokyo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Des Moines to Tokyo

  • What is the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Tokyo?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Des Moines to Tokyo was $571 for a one-way ticket and $991 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Des Moines and Tokyo?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Des Moines and on arrival in Tokyo.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Des Moines to Tokyo?

    Des Moines is served by only 1 airport and there are 2 airports in Tokyo. You will leave Des Moines from Des Moines and you will be arriving in Tokyo at one of these airports: Tokyo Haneda or Tokyo Narita.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Des Moines to Tokyo?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Des Moines to Tokyo?

    Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Des Moines and Tokyo, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Des Moines to Tokyo, Japan Airlines or ANA?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Des Moines to Tokyo are Japan Airlines and ANA. With an average price for the route of $1,253 and an overall rating of 8.3, Japan Airlines is the most popular choice. ANA is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,564 and an overall rating of 8.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Des Moines to Tokyo?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Des Moines to Tokyo.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Des Moines to Tokyo?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Tokyo from Des Moines is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Des Moines to Tokyo?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Tokyo with an airline and back to Des Moines with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Des Moines to Tokyo?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Tokyo from Des Moines up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Des Moines to Tokyo

 
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8.3
Japan AirlinesOverall score based on 1839 reviews
8.4Boarding
8.7Crew
7.7Food
8.2Comfort
7.8Entertainment
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There were no vegetarian options on flight from India. Then on the next flight there was no chosen entree available. Movie selection was mediocre

6.0 GoodJasmine, Jun 2026
DEL - NRT
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There were no vegetarian options on flight from India. Then on the next flight there was no chosen entree available. Movie selection was mediocre

It was fine but my trip from Narita Japan to L.A kind of mediocre because did not get the assigned window seat.

It was good overall. What I liked most was the restrooms. Compared to other airlines, the restrooms seem larger and look clean. The seats also look clean. The attendants are nice, except one time during the flight. I was sitting on aisle and a man sitting window. He asked an attendant for a snack. She told him to go ahead and get some snack from the section with food storage (I am not sure how it is called). So, I had to get up to let him get out from his seat. Why she did not bring him some snacks so that I would not have to move, I do not know... I was kind of surprised how inconsiderate the attendant was.

JOKE of a company with the most Ridiculous policies. JAL is amazing, KAYAK/UNDERPRICER is the worst company I have ever dealt with, NEVER AGAIN

Overall, a solid flight experience. Boarding was quick and efficient, even with a full and overbooked flight. The flight crew did a great job providing attentive and friendly service throughout. I flew in economy, and while the seats were acceptable, they could definitely use more cushioning, especially for a 14-hour flight. By the end, it was quite uncomfortable to remain seated. Legroom was also limited, particularly with a bag stored under the seat and the passenger in front reclining. That said, everything else went smoothly, and I appreciated the professionalism of the crew.

The flight was delightful overall. The check-in and boarding were on smooth and on time. Amenities and staffs were elevated. However, if glasses were served instead of cups, there should be a complete premium.

Sure I would’ve liked a little more space, but it was better than economy. I bring my own food because I have food allergies it would be nice if they offered larger salads or more vegetables instead of starch it was really a good flight. I don’t wanna complain. I’m grateful to fly at all safely. Thank you to the pilots.

Flight crews are very attentive and polite. Cabin and toilets are clean. Food is above average for economy class. We missed our connecting flights because the first flight was delayed, the ground crews at Tokyo were very helpful, providing all the information and support (including cash for our train ticket) to get us to our destination. Very impressive. No wonder they are always at the top ten lists.

Excellent! So happy that the crew members were so helpful and friendly and able to understandably communicate. They’re very receptive with someone like me, with disability. I love that I did not even have to ask for luggage help like, having to place and take down my carry-on luggage in and out of the over-head compartment. Hope, help is extended to disabled passenger(s) through out class classifications they’ve bought; economy or business class it might be. As a disabled person myself, I’m truly of great appreciation of this kind of help. Means a lot !!! Thank you so very much JAL crew. You out done others on this customer service part of the trip. Please continue to do so. From now on, I’ll choose JAL as my airline whenever I have to fly to any southeast asian countries. And I will disseminate my excellent travel experience with you to others.

American Airlines food is horrible. Also, paid to fly JAL on all segments, but received a much lower quality. I was disappointed to learn that we would be using American Airlines on this flight, which has less comfort, entertainment, choices, and lower standard of service. Overall not satisfied.

On time. Convenience of a small airport. Excellent service from staff at check-in.

LAX to San Francisco under UA was sooooo stressful! Flights was delayed and no assistance from the airline to the next flight. Flew UA twice and both flights highly distressful.

I thought I bought the ticket directly through Kayak not a 3rd party

I like that we made it faster than regularly scheduled. Everything else was poor. The boarding was slow and chaotic. One person was screaming instructions to people that didn’t understand and there was only one camera so boarding was slow. The crew was not very friendly and one stewardess was extremely rude to everyone the entire flight. The food was not good and not themed to the country we were going to like every international flight I’ve taken. Lastly the seats were awful. After this flight I would never recommend United and will actively avoid booking another flight through them.

When I checked in, it printed two bag tags. The helper said they would cancel the other. They canceled both and my bag was left behind

It was really fast to Tokyo. Much faster than the budget carriers. However a lot less space than international flights.

The ladies are great seats should be a little bigger!

Couple of hours delayed, we had to re-booked our Shinkansen reservation twice. United Aiines need to improve their time!

The check-in started 3 minutes early; there were people lining up a half hour before. I was third, and I got checked in and passes in hand for my connection as well; I walked away from the desk one minute before it was even supposed to be open. Amazing. That said, the food on the first leg of my trip was not good, and I didn’t finish it. Second leg, it was tasty. You get a cup of Häagen-Dazs after dinner. The staff were polite and helpful. Will use again.

Crew was fantastic. Seats were not completely lay flat but still comfortable to watch a show. International food was lobster which was very big but a little tough. The scallop appetizer was delicious. Loved the individual air conditioning vent at each seat. Flight overall was very smooth and very good.

Original flight was delayed, then cancelled and the gate staff did not expedite rebooking. Also, no instructions were given that a ticket number was needed before being called to facilitate rebooking. This could have been much more organized.

Be on time? When not on time a circling for over an hour offer more than 1 bag of chips to the passengers? It was a 7 hour flight by the time we got done.

Five hour delays every hour, I wish it were all at once

Flight delayed four separate times. I’m now one hour hours late to landing.

worst flight ever from Delta, it got delayed and kept on delaying..

Should never have had to go to Detroit from Orlando back to Tennessee!

Got rerouted from a straight flight from Orlando to Atlanta to Knoxville to a flight from Orlando to Detroit to Knoxville! Seriously!! Flight delay out of Detroit! Long day for what should have been a pretty easy travel day!

Two delays on two separate planes with parts they could not easily find and replace.

Checkin was good, fllight ws good. Onlly complaint is lack of foot on 6 hour flight from Seattle to Boston. Snacks were flimsy - chips and cookies. could have offered something more substantial for such a long flight. I know you can buy food in airport but for the price you pay for a ticket, they should step up for the passengers.

Only beverages were offered to first class and I thought the flight attendant could have also served the Delta Comfort as well instead of sitting down and staring at her phone and walking past all of us to the back of the plane to charge her phone more. There was a complete lack of turbulence and was safe enough for flights attendant to walk around in the front of the plane, collect trash and serve a few people water and turn off the seat belt light. Also didn’t enforce people putting their seats into the upright position and allowed two passengers to remain reclined during landing. They seemed out to lunch completely. Usually my experience on Delta is much better.

Horrible! Several delays and then was cancelled! I spent over 24 hours in the airport and was unable to get a hotel or food voucher.

The entertainment they offer could use some games, and maybe they could add some cookies to the snack menu. And the automated messages are a bit repetitive. But it was comfortable temperature wise and the seats were comfortable. The crew is very polite and helpful

The entertainment is a bit limited, it would be better if they added some games to play besides the movies and tv shows. But the seats are comfortable and the crew is polite

This planes staff was top tier. Everything went great and had a great flight home.

Food was great. Staff was phenomenal. Seats were a bit hard and could use a lot more entertainment options as far as movies to choose from. WiFi was good. Overall great trip.

This was an overnight flight, and in the morning they did know coffee service. How you can throw passengers in a San Francisco airport at 5:40 a.m. in the morning and not giving them Coffee is a crime.

I was promised by United Airline (operated by ANA) that I will be seated together with my kids as I am the only adult flying with two minors. We did not get seats together in our 11 hours flight from LA to Tokyo. When asked at the gate, ANA representative said United Airline should have informed them that there is a parent flying with two minors. He said they can’t do anything in the system as the flight is full. He ask me to ask passengers next to me and the kids if they are willing to change seats. This is ridiculous! However, I went in the flight and asked other passages but no one willing to change seats. 11 hours and we were seating separately. I was very disappointed with this. It made things super inconvenient for me.

Our flight was delayed several Times due to mechanical issues. Although I understand this may happen at times, it was very inconvenient and we had to book a hotel for an overnight stay. We were traveling with my 3-yo grandson and waiting at the airport from noon until 6:30pm with no reassurance that our next rescheduled flight would depart, we had to decide what’s best for him. A day later, I found out that I may be able to demand compensation if my flight is delayed more than 4 hours. I will hav to read the fine print next time.

Flight cancelled instead of leaving Friday am now, maybe, leaving Sunday

The pilot had to extend the flight time from san antonio to Houston to burn off fuel. This caused a lot of unnecessary stress since we had a tight connection to Aruba. And with no other flights going to Aruba we were worried about spending a night in Houston. We had to to run to our connection because of the flight crews mistake. Not happy.

Crew were professional and kind. The flight was smooth. But... The internet, which we paid 35 dollars for, did not work for most of the flight. This made providing media for our child an uncomfortable hassle.

Overall fine. Seemed like one of the older model planes? Crew was mostly very kind, though some of the female attendants were a rather abrupt during the food service.

Awfully rude American worker at door when we started boarding flight. Then, walk into a blazing hot airplane with no air conditioning until twenty minutes into the flight. Free entertainment was non existent! My husband, along with the fellow passenger in our row, and I could not get entertainment to work, no WIFI! Really?? Been flying American a long time. Was very disappointed.

Flight was delayed by 6 hours... the level of incompetence was truly astounding. I won't be flying American Airlines again. I don't care if AA is direct and there is a layover with another airline, I'll take the layover.

Leave on time. We waited on the plane for hour hours and it was hot and smelly

Two hours delay, probably one hour because they didn’t bring catering and they had to bring water in board. There a change of aircraft. But delays galore at CLT so it must be a CLT and/or AA operation issue. The 1 hr additional delays because nobody could bring 2 packs of water sooner is probably the best example of this airline operates

Flight was delayed 5 hours. Initial reason for delay was 'maintenance' - which makes sense. Then, the additional 2 hours continued to say it was maintenance - when I know EWR had a 2 hour delay. AA did not say that. Additionally, when boarding, there was only one agent at the counter for a long time - until another came to help. After boarding, we had to wait another 45 minutes due to 'no catering'. So while we waited for catering, AA continued to board additional passengers - which seemed odd - and raised questions about what really was going on. I sat in First Class. During the flight, the flight crew allowed a significant number of non-First Class passengers to use the front bathroom - which created a very crowded environment in First Class which was uncomfortable. This also delayed First Class passengers from using the bathroom. Overall, horrible experience.

The Charleston, WV airport was cute. Very good staff and small enough to feel comfortable. The plane had more leg room than bigger planes. Much more comfortable.

Another uncoordinated American experience. Always surprises me at DFW for them of all places. Have to take this flight as there are no other good time options. We knew from the start that something was wrong, but the pilot wouldn't tell us. I just watched my Kayak app grow the delay by 10 minutes as it went to 3.5 hours. They were uncoordinated with maintenance (as maintenance, when finally arriving, knew within 15 minutes the plane wasn't going. No 'sorry' or 'this is what is going on' comment. The pilot seemed unfazed / didn't care about the process we were going through.

The seats. The seat in front of me was awful and when the guy sat down, it flew back and hit my head when I was putting my backpack under the seat, It didn't make for a pleasant experience,

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