Travelling from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG): what you need to know
The timezone in Hong Kong is UTC+8, which is 14 hours ahead of Des Moines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your DSM to HKG flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Des Moines Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DSM and HKG include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
New York Newark Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
$776 is currently the best price for a one-way Des Moines Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,502. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DSM to HKG if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Des Moines Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
Snapping up cheap flights from DSM to HKG is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Des Moines Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport.
Handy information about Des Moines Airport (DSM)
The address for DSM is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
77% of flights that take off from Des Moines Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Des Moines to Des Moines Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Des Moines Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near DSM:
Arriving at Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Des Moines Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HKG instead:
When to fly to Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
The quietest month for a flight from Des Moines Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Hong Kong based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Des Moines Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Hong Kong, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DSM to HKG in January. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've visited Hong Kong, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey around 129 kilometres north-west to Guangzhou to tick off its popular sights. From Canton Tower to Baiyun Mountain and Yuyuan Garden, your itinerary will be busy.
Shenzhen is another favourite destination in China and is around 27 kilometres north-west of Hong Kong. No journey is complete without a visit to Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes.
