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

Flights from Des Moines to Tokyo usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and may arrive at several airports in Tokyo area, including Tokyo Haneda (HND) and Tokyo Narita (NRT).

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

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

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

One-stop flights from Des Moines to Tokyo most commonly connect through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 57% of one-stop connections • Denver Intl (DEN) - 18% of one-stop connections • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 13% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Des Moines to Tokyo. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,215 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,666, a difference of $451. 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 Tokyo?

Akihabara Electric Town is one of the most viewed places in Tokyo on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Des Moines to Tokyo?

A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Tokyo takes 00m, covering 6,117 miles.

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

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 Tokyo looking right now?

One-way fares from Des Moines to Tokyo are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $723.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Tokyo?

Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 56m, compared with 16h 16m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 16h 54m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Tokyo?

Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of Des Moines (Japan Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available in Tokyo?

Since Tokyo is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into. Near Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) — daily rates averaging $60: • Yesaway • Times • IX Rental • Avis • Wheego Near Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) — daily rates averaging $49: • IX Rental • Yesaway • Relax Rent A Car • Times • JDM Rent a car

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tokyo range from $1,216 to $1,672, with an average of $1,398 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,216 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tokyo typically range from $1,216 to $1,672. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $813, on American Airlines.

What is the cheapest Des Moines to Tokyo flight route?

There's little price difference between Des Moines to Tokyo routes. They average around $1,400 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

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 Tokyo. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Tokyo at $1,036 round-trip. •December ($1,752) and March ($1,610) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% 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 Tokyo?

American Airlines ($813) and United Airlines ($815) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Tokyo according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Tokyo?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the Des Moines to Tokyo route. 57% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

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

Flights via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $872. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Denver Intl (DEN) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Tokyo layovers at 8h 35m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $1,216-$1,672

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Tokyo

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 - 8:02 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

17h 02m1 stop Los Angeles

$813American Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 11

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

18h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:20 pm - 9:26 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

18h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$815United Airlines

Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 10

9:25 am - 5:45 pmDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

17h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:20 pm - 8:22 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

17h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$815United Airlines

Wed, Feb 3 - Fri, Feb 12

9:25 am - 5:45 pmDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

17h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:20 pm - 9:26 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

18h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$815United Airlines

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Feb 17

6:14 pm - 5:05 amDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

19h 51m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles

1:05 pm - 5:36 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

19h 31m2 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$818American Airlines

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Feb 17

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

18h 16m1 stop Los Angeles

1:05 pm - 5:36 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

19h 31m2 stops Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$818American Airlines

Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 3

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

18h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:25 am - 10:41 amHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

15h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$824ANA

Wed, Feb 24 - Fri, Mar 5

10:15 am - 5:45 pmDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

16h 30m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4:50 pm - 9:24 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

19h 34m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$825Delta

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Feb 17

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

16h 04m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4:50 pm - 9:24 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

19h 34m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$825Delta

Wed, Feb 24 - Fri, Mar 5

6:10 am - 7:15 pmDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

22h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

9:15 pm - 11:39 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

17h 24m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Denver Intl

$890ANA

Recent last minute flight deals from Des Moines to Tokyo

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11

6:45 pm - 3:05 pmDSM Des Moines-NRT Tokyo Narita

29h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

5:40 pm - 4:07 pmNRT Tokyo Narita-DSM Des Moines

13h 27m1 stop Denver Intl

$819United Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 8

6:45 pm - 3:05 pmDSM Des Moines-NRT Tokyo Narita

29h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

5:30 pm - 9:55 pmNRT Tokyo Narita-DSM Des Moines

19h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

$857United Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9

5:09 pm - 3:35 pmDSM Des Moines-NRT Tokyo Narita

31h 26m1 stop Denver Intl

6:00 pm - 7:16 pmNRT Tokyo Narita-DSM Des Moines

16h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$858United Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 8

8:05 pm - 3:05 pmDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

28h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

8:25 pm - 11:05 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

17h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$863American Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 8

8:05 pm - 3:05 pmDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

28h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

8:25 pm - 11:05 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

17h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$863American Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9

8:05 pm - 3:05 pmDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

28h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

8:25 pm - 11:05 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

17h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$863American Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 16

6:55 am - 2:35 pmDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

16h 40m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

4:50 pm - 6:07 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

16h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$866Delta

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11

6:45 pm - 5:45 pmDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

32h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:20 pm - 7:16 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

15h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$870ANA

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 16

6:55 am - 3:05 pmDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

17h 10m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:35 pm - 10:35 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

20h 00m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$870Delta

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11

6:05 am - 9:10 pmDSM Des Moines-HND Tokyo Haneda

24h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:40 pm - 11:42 pmHND Tokyo Haneda-DSM Des Moines

19h 02m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl

$880ANA

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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Tokyo flights

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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 january.
What is the cheapest Des Moines to Tokyo flight route? KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyzes pricing trends to identify the best available fares.: There's little price difference between Des Moines to Tokyo routes. They average around $1,400 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Tokyo?: 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 Tokyo. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Tokyo? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months 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.: •February is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Tokyo at $1,036 round-trip.
•December ($1,752) and March ($1,610) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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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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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

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

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

Prices vary by airline.
How long is a flight from Des Moines to Tokyo?
A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Tokyo takes 00m, covering 6,117 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Tokyo?
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 Tokyo flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Tokyo range from $1,216 to $1,672, with an average of $1,398 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,216 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from Des Moines to Tokyo looking right now?
One-way fares from Des Moines to Tokyo are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $723.
What car rental options are available in Tokyo?
Since Tokyo is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) — daily rates averaging $60:

• Yesaway
• Times
• IX Rental
• Avis
• Wheego

Near Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) — daily rates averaging $49:

• IX Rental
• Yesaway
• Relax Rent A Car
• Times
• JDM Rent a car
Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Tokyo?
Flights from Des Moines to Tokyo usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and may arrive at several airports in Tokyo area, including Tokyo Haneda (HND) and Tokyo Narita (NRT).
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Tokyo pass through?
One-stop flights from Des Moines to Tokyo most commonly connect through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 57% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 18% of one-stop connections
• Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 5% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Tokyo?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Des Moines to Tokyo. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,215 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,666, a difference of $451.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Tokyo?
Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 56m, compared with 16h 16m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 16h 54m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Tokyo?
Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of Des Moines (Japan Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Tokyo?
Akihabara Electric Town is one of the most viewed places in Tokyo on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,215, about $451 less than Friday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Tokyo trip for February. Fares historically average $1,036 round-trip in that month - typically $716 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 Tokyo Haneda Airport.

• Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport, WorldHotels
• The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda Airport Terminal 3
• Hotel Metropolitan Tokyo Haneda

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