Flying from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Seoul: what you need to know
Des Moines International Airport is located in Des Moines. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is 14 hours ahead of Des Moines.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from DSM to Seoul.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as summer and spring break will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from DSM to Seoul with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)
You'll need an ETA for South Korea if you have a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Des Moines International Airport to Seoul, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Travelling from central Des Moines to DSM takes about 43 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 14 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near DSM:
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Seoul
C$821 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Des Moines International Airport to Seoul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,475. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from DSM to Seoul, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap tickets from Des Moines International Airport to Seoul is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' function to show the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from DSM to Seoul is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Des Moines International Airport to Seoul, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it takes to reach the centre by car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It takes around 1 hour and 44 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near ICN if you're catching a late flight from Des Moines International Airport to Seoul. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Central Seoul is approximately 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Make your way off your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Seoul and then keep an eye out for any airport signs directing you to the centre.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes.
After your flight from DSM to Seoul, rest your head at a hotel near GMP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seoul
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Des Moines International Airport to Seoul while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Seoul, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Des Moines International Airport to Seoul in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from DSM to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Seoul, check out our range of hotels including:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are must-do's during your Seoul adventure.
Complete your Seoul trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Seoul and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare rates in one go to find your ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Des Moines International Airport to Seoul.
