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Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to China from $1,480

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DSM — SHA
May 13 — May 201
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Cheap ANA flights from Des Moines to China

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by ANA for the route between Des Moines and China. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Consider these cheap ANA flights we've found departing from Des Moines to China. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Mon 5/203:25 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops31h 35mANA
Mon 5/278:20 amPEK - DSM
2 stops26h 24mANA
Deal found 5/8$2,519
Sun 6/168:00 amDSM - PEK
2 stops47h 15mANA
Sat 6/228:20 amPEK - DSM
2 stops26h 24mANA
Deal found 5/7$2,566
Wed 7/33:35 pmDSM - SHA
2 stops31h 40mANA
Wed 7/171:35 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops44h 54mANA
Deal found 5/7$2,845

Cheap Japan Airlines flights from Des Moines to China

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Japan Airlines for the route between Des Moines and China. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Japan Airlines flights departing from Des Moines and landing in China. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Mon 9/306:18 amDSM - PEK
2 stops24h 27mJapan Airlines
Fri 10/44:20 pmPEK - DSM
2 stops38h 44mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/6$2,964
Wed 7/35:00 amDSM - SHA
2 stops41h 25mJapan Airlines
Fri 8/212:50 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops41h 51mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/7$3,480

Cheap Des Moines to China flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to China specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Prices were last updated on May 8, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Des Moines to China in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 5/203:25 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops31h 35mANA
Mon 5/278:20 amPEK - DSM
2 stops26h 24mANA
Deal found 5/8$2,519
Sun 6/168:00 amDSM - PEK
2 stops47h 15mANA
Sat 6/228:20 amPEK - DSM
2 stops26h 24mANA
Deal found 5/7$2,566
Tue 5/2111:37 amDSM - PEK
2 stops35h 03mLufthansa
Tue 7/91:20 pmPEK - DSM
2 stops45h 09mLufthansa
Deal found 5/7$2,634
Tue 5/216:37 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops28h 03mLufthansa
Tue 7/91:20 pmPEK - DSM
2 stops45h 09mLufthansa
Deal found 5/8$2,653
Tue 5/216:04 amDSM - PEK
2 stops44h 21mEmirates
Mon 7/812:40 amPEK - DSM
2 stops34h 50mEmirates
Deal found 5/7$2,678
Tue 5/213:25 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops41h 55mEmirates
Mon 7/812:40 amPEK - DSM
2 stops34h 50mEmirates
Deal found 5/8$2,977
Sun 6/168:00 amDSM - PEK
2 stops49h 20mEmirates
Fri 6/2112:40 amPEK - DSM
2 stops34h 35mEmirates
Deal found 5/7$3,043
Mon 5/208:00 amDSM - PEK
2 stops49h 20mEmirates
Sun 5/2612:40 amPEK - DSM
2 stops34h 35mEmirates
Deal found 5/8$3,176
Sun 6/165:40 amDSM - PEK
3 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/228:25 amPEK - DSM
3 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$3,187

Des Moines to China 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and China in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Des Moines to China in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 11/136:58 amDSM - CAN
2 stops41h 27mQatar Airways
Sat 11/1612:55 amCAN - DSM
2 stops36h 52mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,480
Tue 12/246:45 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops31h 50mLufthansa
Wed 1/2212:10 amPVG - DSM
2 stops54h 53mLufthansa
Deal found 5/7$1,579
Sat 10/193:41 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops35h 49mQatar Airways
Tue 10/2212:35 amPVG - DSM
2 stops33h 59mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,581
Tue 12/246:45 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops31h 50mLufthansa
Thu 1/2312:00 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops43h 03mLufthansa
Deal found 5/7$1,602
Sat 10/196:30 amDSM - PVG
1 stop18h 15mDelta
Wed 10/233:45 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop18h 00mDelta
Deal found 5/7$1,627
Sat 10/194:00 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops32h 45mDelta
Wed 10/235:30 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops30h 57mDelta
Deal found 5/7$1,631
Wed 11/136:58 amDSM - CAN
2 stops41h 27mQatar Airways
Sat 11/1612:55 amCAN - DSM
2 stops35h 44mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,736
Mon 9/303:28 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops34h 57mEmirates
Fri 10/47:25 amPEK - DSM
2 stops51h 22mEmirates
Deal found 5/7$2,204
Wed 11/1311:30 amDSM - CAN
2 stops36h 20mANA
Sun 11/173:05 pmCAN - DSM
2 stops33h 15mANA
Deal found 5/6$2,248

Find flights from Des Moines to China within your budget

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 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.

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$1,581 - $2,676

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Des MoinesShanghai Pu Dong

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Sat 10/19

2 stops35h 49m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/22

2 stops33h 59m

$1,581

Des MoinesShanghai Pu Dong

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Sat 10/19

1 stop18h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/23

1 stop18h 00m

$1,627

Des MoinesBeijing Capital

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Mon 9/30

2 stops34h 57m

Beijing Capital

Thu 10/3

2 stops34h 07m

$2,204

Des MoinesXiamen Gaoqi Intl

DSM - XMN

DSMXMN

Des Moines

Fri 9/13

2 stops41h 30m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Tue 9/17

2 stops36h 56m

$2,250

Des MoinesShanghai Pu Dong

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 7/3

2 stops48h 42m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/2

2 stops47h 52m

$2,294

Des MoinesShanghai Pu Dong

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 7/3

2 stops34h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/4

1 stop19h 17m

$2,448

Des MoinesBeijing Capital

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Mon 5/20

2 stops31h 35m

Beijing Capital

Mon 5/27

2 stops26h 24m

$2,519

Des MoinesBeijing Capital

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Tue 5/21

2 stops35h 03m

Beijing Capital

Tue 7/9

2 stops45h 09m

$2,634

Des MoinesShanghai Pu Dong

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 7/3

2 stops41h 36m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/29

2 stops45h 58m

$2,676

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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 May 8, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with ANA, Japan Airlines and Qatar Airways from Des Moines to China by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,181 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly. If the food can have more choices like instant noodles, sandwich other than pizza would be better. Pizza is too salty.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,181 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,181 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly. If the food can have more choices like instant noodles, sandwich other than pizza would be better. Pizza is too salty.

ANA
8.5
Very good
928 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,181 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly. If the food can have more choices like instant noodles, sandwich other than pizza would be better. Pizza is too salty.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,478 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,181 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly. If the food can have more choices like instant noodles, sandwich other than pizza would be better. Pizza is too salty.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,988 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,181 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly. If the food can have more choices like instant noodles, sandwich other than pizza would be better. Pizza is too salty.

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,181 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

flight with Delta Airbus is safe, on time and friendly. If the food can have more choices like instant noodles, sandwich other than pizza would be better. Pizza is too salty.

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.

  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to China for under $1,600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to China for under $1,600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just $1,581, but on average you can expect to pay $2,266.

  • 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 - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Des Moines - Shanghai Pu Dong or Des Moines - Beijing Capital as they are the most popular.

  • What does DSM to SHA mean?

    This is defined as Des Moines Airport (DSM) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (SHA). Codes like Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN), Beijing Capital Airport (PEK), Shenzhen Airport (SZX), Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport (TAO).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to China that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to China flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to China with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to China flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to China.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to China that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to China offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to China?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to China flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to China flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to China flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/7.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to China

Discover the top 4 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 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,565Average$2,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$1,805Average$1,929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,849Average$1,849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,933Average$2,594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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