$601+ 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 3/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SHA
Mar 6 — Mar 131
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to ChinaExplore 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 February 4, 2026.
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 February 4, 2026.
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/187:27 pm
DSM
- SHA
2 stops30h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/251:35 pm
SHA
- DSM
2 stops37h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$891
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/173:26 pm
DSM
- SHA
2 stops40h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/241:35 pm
SHA
- DSM
2 stops37h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$969
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/175:00 am
DSM
- PEK
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/241:45 pm
PEK
- DSM
2 stops37h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$970
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/175:00 am
DSM
- CAN
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/2410:15 pm
CAN
- DSM
2 stops37h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,013
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/193:26 pm
DSM
- PVG
2 stops37h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/265:30 pm
PVG
- DSM
2 stops34h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,014
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/105:00 am
DSM
- CAN
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/185:00 am
CAN
- DSM
2 stops31h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,017
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/207:37 pm
DSM
- CAN
2 stops24h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/275:00 am
CAN
- DSM
2 stops30h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,033
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/193:26 pm
DSM
- CAN
2 stops28h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/2610:15 pm
CAN
- DSM
2 stops29h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,059
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/83:26 pm
DSM
- CAN
2 stops28h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/1610:15 pm
CAN
- DSM
2 stops29h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,067
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/193:26 pm
DSM
- FOC
2 stops39h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/268:45 pm
FOC
- DSM
2 stops30h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,079
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/207:37 pm
DSM
- PEK
2 stops32h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/263:25 am
PEK
- DSM
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,129
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/197:27 pm
DSM
- PEK
2 stops32h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/261:45 pm
PEK
- DSM
2 stops37h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,195
Best flights from Des Moines to ChinaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to China that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 4, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to China that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 4, 2026.
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1811:17 am
DSM
- SHA
2 stops36h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/251:35 pm
SHA
- DSM
2 stops37h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$895
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/195:05 am
DSM
- PVG
1 stop22h 20m
American Airlines
Thu 3/266:25 pm
PVG
- DSM
1 stop29h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2![American Airlines logo]()
$1,293
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/46:00 am
DSM
- PVG
2 stops45h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 4/712:35 am
PVG
- DSM
2 stops31h 58m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/1![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,539
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sat 4/48:04 am
DSM
- PVG
3 stops44h 21m
United Airlines
Wed 4/812:10 pm
PVG
- DSM
2 stops24h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2![United Airlines logo]()
$1,644
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Sat 3/215:20 pm
DSM
- XMN
2 stops54h 10m
Korean Air
Sat 3/281:40 pm
XMN
- DSM
2 stops45h 58m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/3![Korean Air logo]()
$1,914
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/173:26 pm
DSM
- SHA
2 stops40h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/241:35 pm
SHA
- DSM
2 stops37h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$969
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/175:00 am
DSM
- PEK
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/241:45 pm
PEK
- DSM
2 stops37h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$970
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/175:00 am
DSM
- CAN
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/2410:15 pm
CAN
- DSM
2 stops37h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,013
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/193:26 pm
DSM
- PVG
2 stops37h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/265:30 pm
PVG
- DSM
2 stops34h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,014
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/156:23 pm
DSM
- PVG
2 stops33h 02m
American Airlines
Sat 3/216:25 pm
PVG
- DSM
1 stop18h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/3![American Airlines logo]()
$1,352
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/105:00 am
DSM
- CAN
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/185:00 am
CAN
- DSM
2 stops31h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,017
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 3/185:30 am
DSM
- FOC
3 stops29h 10m
Air Canada
Wed 3/257:00 am
FOC
- DSM
3 stops26h 27m
Air Canada
Deal found 2/3![Air Canada logo]()
$3,288
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/207:37 pm
DSM
- CAN
2 stops24h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/275:00 am
CAN
- DSM
2 stops30h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,033
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/193:26 pm
DSM
- CAN
2 stops28h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/2610:15 pm
CAN
- DSM
2 stops29h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,059
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/86:47 am
DSM
- CAN
2 stops30h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/1610:15 pm
CAN
- DSM
2 stops29h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,067
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/195:35 am
DSM
- XMN
2 stops41h 55m
Korean Air
Thu 3/261:40 pm
XMN
- DSM
2 stops39h 53m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/2![Korean Air logo]()
$2,105
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/193:26 pm
DSM
- FOC
2 stops39h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/268:45 pm
FOC
- DSM
2 stops30h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,079
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/46:55 am
DSM
- XMN
2 stops40h 35m
Korean Air
Wed 4/81:30 pm
XMN
- DSM
2 stops46h 08m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/1![Korean Air logo]()
$2,223
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/207:37 pm
DSM
- PEK
2 stops32h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/263:25 am
PEK
- DSM
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,129
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/197:27 pm
DSM
- PEK
2 stops32h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/261:45 pm
PEK
- DSM
2 stops37h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,195
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/183:26 pm
DSM
- FOC
2 stops39h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/2511:15 am
FOC
- DSM
2 stops25h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,198
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/205:35 am
DSM
- XMN
2 stops41h 55m
Korean Air
Fri 3/278:30 am
XMN
- DSM
2 stops45h 03m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/3![Korean Air logo]()
$2,863
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1910:04 am
DSM
- SHA
2 stops37h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/261:35 pm
SHA
- DSM
2 stops37h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,200
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/157:27 pm
DSM
- PVG
2 stops37h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/217:05 pm
PVG
- DSM
2 stops41h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,589
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/181:37 pm
DSM
- XMN
2 stops42h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/256:50 pm
XMN
- DSM
3 stops40h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,994
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/195:35 am
DSM
- XMN
2 stops41h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/261:40 pm
XMN
- DSM
2 stops21h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,120
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/217:27 pm
DSM
- XMN
2 stops60h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/286:50 pm
XMN
- DSM
3 stops41h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,178
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Fri 3/205:30 am
DSM
- CTU
3 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/279:00 am
CTU
- DSM
3 stops24h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$3,065
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 3/185:30 am
DSM
- CTU
3 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/259:00 am
CTU
- DSM
3 stops24h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$3,067
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to ChinaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to China. Data last updated February 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to China. Data last updated February 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/86:47 am
DSM
- CAN
2 stops30h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/1610:15 pm
CAN
- DSM
2 stops29h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,067
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/105:00 am
DSM
- CAN
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/185:00 am
CAN
- DSM
2 stops31h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,017
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/173:26 pm
DSM
- SHA
2 stops40h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/241:35 pm
SHA
- DSM
2 stops37h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$969
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/175:00 am
DSM
- PEK
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/241:45 pm
PEK
- DSM
2 stops37h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$970
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/175:00 am
DSM
- CAN
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/2410:15 pm
CAN
- DSM
2 stops37h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,013
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/187:27 pm
DSM
- SHA
2 stops30h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/251:35 pm
SHA
- DSM
2 stops37h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$891
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/193:26 pm
DSM
- PVG
2 stops37h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/265:30 pm
PVG
- DSM
2 stops34h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,014
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/193:26 pm
DSM
- CAN
2 stops28h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/2610:15 pm
CAN
- DSM
2 stops29h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,059
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/193:26 pm
DSM
- FOC
2 stops39h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/268:45 pm
FOC
- DSM
2 stops30h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,079
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/197:27 pm
DSM
- PEK
2 stops32h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/261:45 pm
PEK
- DSM
2 stops37h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,195
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/207:37 pm
DSM
- CAN
2 stops24h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/275:00 am
CAN
- DSM
2 stops30h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,033
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/207:37 pm
DSM
- PEK
2 stops32h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/263:25 am
PEK
- DSM
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,129
One-way flights from Des Moines to ChinaSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to China. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 4, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to China. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 4, 2026.
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/207:37 pm
DSM
- CAN
2 stops24h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$601
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/217:27 pm
DSM
- PEK
2 stops31h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$620
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/193:26 pm
DSM
- CAN
2 stops28h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$636
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/207:37 pm
DSM
- SHA
2 stops36h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$652
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/151:49 pm
DSM
- XMN
3 stops51h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$702
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/197:27 pm
DSM
- PEK
2 stops33h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$799
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/196:49 pm
DSM
- CAN
3 stops34h 31m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/2![Lufthansa logo]()
$2,681
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Fri 3/206:49 pm
DSM
- CAN
3 stops34h 31m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/3![Lufthansa logo]()
$3,075
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/193:28 pm
DSM
- CAN
2 stops41h 17m
Emirates
Deal found 2/2![Emirates logo]()
$3,221
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/226:29 pm
DSM
- PVG
2 stops48h 26m
British Airways
Deal found 2/3![British Airways logo]()
$10,143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/221:45 pm
DSM
- PVG
3 stops39h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$14,386
Find 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 February 4, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $891 (Cathay Pacific) |
One-way from | $601 (Cathay Pacific) |
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
Des MoinesShanghai
DSM - SHA
DSMSHA
Des Moines
Wed 3/18
11:17 am-12:20 pm
2 stops36h 03m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 3/25
1:35 pm-2:32 pm
2 stops37h 57m
$895
Des MoinesShanghai
DSM - SHA
DSMSHA
Des Moines
Tue 3/17
3:26 pm-8:55 pm
2 stops40h 29m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Tue 3/24
1:35 pm-2:32 pm
2 stops37h 57m
$969
Des MoinesBeijing
DSM - PEK
DSMPEK
Des Moines
Tue 3/17
5:00 am-12:55 am
2 stops30h 55m
Beijing Capital
Tue 3/24
1:45 pm-2:32 pm
2 stops37h 47m
$970
Des MoinesGuangzhou
DSM - CAN
DSMCAN
Des Moines
Tue 3/17
5:00 am-2:20 am
2 stops32h 20m
Guangzhou Baiyun
Tue 3/24
10:15 pm-10:34 pm
2 stops37h 19m
$1,013
Des MoinesShanghai
DSM - PVG
DSMPVG
Des Moines
Thu 3/19
3:26 pm-5:45 pm
2 stops37h 19m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 3/26
5:30 pm-2:32 pm
2 stops34h 02m
$1,014
Des MoinesGuangzhou
DSM - CAN
DSMCAN
Des Moines
Tue 3/10
5:00 am-2:20 am
2 stops32h 20m
Guangzhou Baiyun
Wed 3/18
5:00 am-11:42 pm
2 stops31h 42m
$1,017
Des MoinesGuangzhou
DSM - CAN
DSMCAN
Des Moines
Fri 3/20
7:37 pm-8:55 am
2 stops24h 18m
Guangzhou Baiyun
Fri 3/27
5:00 am-10:34 pm
2 stops30h 34m
$1,033
Des MoinesGuangzhou
DSM - CAN
DSMCAN
Des Moines
Thu 3/19
3:26 pm-8:55 am
2 stops28h 29m
Guangzhou Baiyun
Thu 3/26
10:15 pm-2:32 pm
2 stops29h 17m
$1,059
Des MoinesGuangzhou
DSM - CAN
DSMCAN
Des Moines
Sun 3/8
6:47 am-2:20 am
2 stops30h 33m
Guangzhou Baiyun
Mon 3/16
10:15 pm-2:32 pm
2 stops29h 17m
$1,067
Des MoinesFuzhou
DSM - FOC
DSMFOC
Des Moines
Thu 3/19
3:26 pm-7:35 pm
2 stops39h 09m
Fuzhou
Thu 3/26
8:45 pm-2:32 pm
2 stops30h 47m
$1,079
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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 February 4, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and United 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.
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$1,149 | Average$1,934 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,408 | Average$1,926 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |