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$692+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Capital, China (PEK)

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DSM — PEK
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Capital

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Capital (PEK). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,270
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$692
(Kiwi.com)
From Des Moines to Beijing Capital
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Capital
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Capital. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/313:25 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops31h 35mANA
Sun 11/303:15 pmPEK - DSM
2 stops33h 15mANA
Deal found 6/10$1,270
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/316:15 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops28h 30mLufthansa
Sat 11/292:40 amPEK - DSM
2 stops28h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$1,832
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2310:03 amDSM - PEK
2 stops22h 12mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/3012:05 pmPEK - DSM
3 stops47h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,904
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/243:38 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops41h 42mEmirates
Wed 7/3012:40 amPEK - DSM
2 stops34h 07mEmirates
Deal found 6/10$2,211
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/236:50 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops31h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/305:25 pmPEK - DSM
2 stops41h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,213
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/297:24 amDSM - PEK
2 stops47h 21mJapan Airlines
Sun 7/68:25 amPEK - DSM
2 stops42h 13mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,322
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/265:59 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops29h 06mKorean Air
Fri 8/11:30 amPEK - DSM
2 stops34h 03mKorean Air
Deal found 6/11$3,274

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Beijing Capital Airport that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Sun 8/31

3:25 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops31h 35m

Beijing Capital

Sun 11/30

3:15 pm-10:30 am

2 stops33h 15m

$1,270

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Sun 8/31

6:15 pm-11:45 am

2 stops28h 30m

Beijing Capital

Sat 11/29

2:40 am-5:25 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$1,832

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Wed 7/23

10:03 am-9:15 pm

2 stops22h 12m

Beijing Capital

Wed 7/30

12:05 pm-10:36 pm

3 stops47h 31m

$1,904

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Thu 7/24

3:38 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops41h 42m

Beijing Capital

Wed 7/30

12:40 am-9:47 pm

2 stops34h 07m

$2,211

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Wed 7/23

6:50 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops31h 35m

Beijing Capital

Wed 7/30

5:25 pm-9:47 pm

2 stops41h 22m

$2,213

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Sun 6/29

7:24 am-7:45 pm

2 stops47h 21m

Beijing Capital

Sun 7/6

8:25 am-1:38 pm

2 stops42h 13m

$2,322

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Sat 7/26

5:59 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops29h 06m

Beijing Capital

Fri 8/1

1:30 am-10:33 pm

2 stops34h 03m

$3,274

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Fri 7/25

6:00 am-2:10 am

2 stops31h 10m

$692

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Sat 7/26

11:25 am-12:00 pm

2 stops35h 35m

$1,054

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Sat 7/26

8:00 am-3:25 pm

3 stops42h 25m

$1,258

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Deals found on 6/10

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Beijing Capital Airport

Rainfall in Capital by month

Plan your trip to Capital by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Beijing Capital Airport ranges from 0.0 - 8.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Beijing Capital Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Capital by month

Plan your trip to Capital by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Beijing Capital Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Capital

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Capital. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Capital. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Beijing Capital?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Beijing Capital. On average, Des Moines has 0 outbound flights to Beijing Capital per day from 0 airlines. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Capital that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Capital flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Capital?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Capital by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Beijing Capital Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Beijing Capital Airport (average of $1,199). Flying from Des Moines to Beijing Capital Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,813). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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