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$504+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to China

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SHA
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to China flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,418
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$504
(Kiwi.com)
From Des Moines to China
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/301:48 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops35h 52mQatar Airways
Thu 11/611:35 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops32h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/14$1,418
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/292:13 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops30h 42mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/511:55 pmPEK - DSM
2 stops31h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,422
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:39 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops26h 16mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/611:55 pmPEK - DSM
2 stops30h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,427
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/285:56 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops26h 29mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/410:15 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops32h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$1,446
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/282:13 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops30h 42mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/411:55 pmPEK - DSM
2 stops30h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$1,447
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/172:40 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2011:05 pmPEK - DSM
2 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,479
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/283:15 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops21h 00mANA
Mon 11/32:30 amPVG - DSM
2 stops22h 00mANA
Deal found 9/13$1,492
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/283:15 pmDSM - SHA
2 stops32h 10mANA
Tue 11/41:40 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops45h 52mANA
Deal found 9/13$1,492
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/303:15 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops21h 00mANA
Wed 11/52:30 amPVG - DSM
2 stops22h 00mANA
Deal found 9/14$1,493
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/286:05 amDSM - PVG
1 stop20h 15mDelta
Tue 11/45:30 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop17h 05mDelta
Deal found 9/13$1,496
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/298:02 amDSM - SHA
2 stops39h 23mANA
Wed 11/51:40 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops41h 45mANA
Deal found 9/14$1,505
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/172:40 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops29h 15mKLM
Tue 10/2110:55 amPEK - DSM
2 stops46h 40mKLM
Deal found 9/14$1,537

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to China that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to China that are best for you.

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Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

5:56 pm-9:55 am

2 stops26h 59m

Beijing Capital

Thu 11/6

11:55 pm-4:52 pm

2 stops30h 57m

$1,422

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Wed 10/29

2:13 pm-9:55 am

2 stops30h 42m

Beijing Capital

Wed 11/5

11:55 pm-5:44 pm

2 stops31h 49m

$1,422

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Tue 10/28

5:56 pm-9:25 am

2 stops26h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/4

10:15 pm-4:52 pm

2 stops32h 37m

$1,446

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Tue 10/28

2:13 pm-9:55 am

2 stops30h 42m

Beijing Capital

Tue 11/4

11:55 pm-4:52 pm

2 stops30h 57m

$1,447

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Fri 10/17

2:40 pm-8:55 am

2 stops29h 15m

Beijing Capital

Mon 10/20

11:05 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops36h 25m

$1,479

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Tue 10/28

3:15 pm-1:15 am

2 stops21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/3

2:30 am-10:30 am

2 stops22h 00m

$1,492

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - SHA

DSMSHA

Des Moines

Tue 10/28

3:15 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops32h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/4

1:40 pm-9:32 pm

2 stops45h 52m

$1,492

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

3:15 pm-1:15 am

2 stops21h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/5

2:30 am-10:30 am

2 stops22h 00m

$1,493

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

6:05 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/6

5:30 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$1,496

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Tue 10/28

6:05 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/4

5:30 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$1,496

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Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to China by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For a flight from Des Moines to China, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to China?

    For as low as $1,496, ANA can have you in China from Des Moines in 20h 15m. The distance between Des Moines and China is about 6925 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to China?

    When deciding which route to take from Des Moines to China consider Des Moines - Beijing Capital, Des Moines - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or Des Moines - Shanghai Pu Dong as they are the most popular.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to China 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 China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to China 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 China?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to China (average of $1,090). Flying from Des Moines to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,574). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to China

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to China. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$994Average$1,639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,289Average$1,926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,416Average$1,930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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