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$938+ Cheap flights from China to Des Moines (DSM)

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 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — DSM
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from China to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,507
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$938
(Kiwi.com)
From China to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from China to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to Des Moines. 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 6/12. 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.
Thu 7/108:20 amPEK - DSM
2 stops26h 27mANA
Thu 7/1711:25 amDSM - PEK
2 stops35h 35mANA
Deal found 6/12$1,507
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/92:50 amPEK - DSM
2 stops31h 57mLufthansa
Thu 7/1711:25 amDSM - PEK
2 stops28h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 6/12$1,530
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 6/145:25 pmPEK - DSM
2 stops53h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/171:45 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops26h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,657
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/108:25 amPEK - DSM
3 stops28h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/176:09 pmDSM - PEK
2 stops28h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$2,074

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

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China

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BeijingDes Moines

PEK - DSM

PEKDSM

Beijing Capital

Thu 7/10

8:20 am-9:47 pm

2 stops26h 27m

Des Moines

Thu 7/17

11:25 am-12:00 pm

2 stops35h 35m

$1,507

BeijingDes Moines

PEK - DSM

PEKDSM

Beijing Capital

Wed 7/9

2:50 am-9:47 pm

2 stops31h 57m

Des Moines

Thu 7/17

11:25 am-4:50 am

2 stops28h 25m

$1,530

BeijingDes Moines

PEK - DSM

PEKDSM

Beijing Capital

Thu 7/10

8:25 am-11:59 pm

3 stops28h 34m

Des Moines

Thu 7/17

6:09 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops28h 51m

$2,074

BeijingDes Moines

PEK - DSM

PEKDSM

Beijing Capital

Sat 8/2

5:10 pm-2:45 pm

3 stops58h 35m

$938

ShanghaiDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/11

5:00 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop19h 17m

$1,139

ShanghaiDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/11

10:55 am-11:00 pm

2 stops49h 05m

$1,144

BeijingDes Moines

PEK - DSM

PEKDSM

Beijing Capital

Sat 8/2

7:25 am-9:47 pm

2 stops51h 22m

$1,232

ShanghaiDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/10

1:35 am-9:47 pm

2 stops33h 12m

$1,292

BeijingDes Moines

PEK - DSM

PEKDSM

Beijing Capital

Sat 8/2

1:25 pm-9:47 pm

2 stops45h 22m

$1,369

BeijingDes Moines

PEK - DSM

PEKDSM

Beijing Capital

Fri 8/1

1:30 am-8:57 pm

2 stops32h 27m

$1,554

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Deals found on 6/10

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Everything you need to know about your flight from China to Des Moines

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,139 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Myung Suk,May 2025

ICN - LAX

The flight was less crowded and the economic class seat was at least 5 inches longer than other airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from China to Des Moines. 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 into for flights to Des Moines from China?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from China to Des Moines. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Des Moines’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from China to Des Moines one-way?

    $1,139 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Lufthansa and Emirates, with prices starting from $1,144 and $1,232, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Guangzhou Baiyun - Des Moines, Chengdu - Des Moines or Beijing Capital - Des Moines when deciding on the best route from China to Des Moines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from China to Des Moines?

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from China to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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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