Flying from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN): what you need to know
Ho Chi Minh City is 13 hours ahead of Des Moines and is in the UTC+7 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DSM to SGN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
Right now, $1,236 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Des Moines Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $2,494. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from DSM to SGN, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Des Moines Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Des Moines Airport (DSM)
DSM's address is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Of the flights that depart from Des Moines Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Des Moines Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Des Moines. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near DSM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Des Moines Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
If you're coming in on a late Des Moines Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near SGN:
Grab a Ho Chi Minh City Airport rental car and explore corners of Ho Chi Minh City that aren't in every guidebook. Book your wheels with Dichung Car Rental.
To get the lowest possible price, book your ride from Ho Chi Minh City Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your travel date.
Getting from Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) to central Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City Airport to the centre of Ho Chi Minh City has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Des Moines Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Ho Chi Minh City. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Ho Chi Minh City is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from Des Moines Airport to Ho Chi Minh City Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DSM to SGN in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 34ºC then.
Explore more of Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Vietnam you should also see. About 26 kilometres north-east of Ho Chi Minh City, a trip to Biên Hòa will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Cat Tien National Park, Ecotourism Dream Garden and Lâm Viên Biên Hoà.
Around 129 kilometres south-west of Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho is another essential stop in Vietnam. Experience major highlights starting with Cai Rang Floating Market, Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng.
