Cheap flights from China to Des Moines (DSM) from $1,254

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 6/29. 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.
SHA — DSM
Jun 8 — Jun 151

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CN to DSM?

When flying from China to Des Moines, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

One-way flights to Des Moines from China

Search for one-way flight options from China to Des Moines. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,824,458 searches. Data last updated June 3, 2024.
Sat 6/297:25 amPEK - DSM
2 stops51h 21mEmirates
Deal found 6/2$1,254
Thu 8/1511:50 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops31h 01mLufthansa
Deal found 6/2$1,258
Wed 8/1410:55 amPVG - DSM
2 stops47h 34mLufthansa
Deal found 6/2$1,277
Wed 8/145:00 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop19h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/2$1,402
Fri 6/2812:40 amPEK - DSM
2 stops34h 06mEmirates
Deal found 6/2$1,616
Tue 8/131:40 amPVG - DSM
2 stops29h 11mLufthansa
Deal found 6/2$1,743
Thu 8/1512:50 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops38h 47mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/2$1,789
Wed 8/1412:05 amPVG - DSM
2 stops35h 30mEmirates
Deal found 6/2$1,832
Sat 6/298:25 amPEK - DSM
3 stops28h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$2,230

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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 3, 2024.
8.5
Very good
913 reviews

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

8.5
Very good
913 reviews
8.5
Very good
913 reviews

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

8.3
Very good
1,462 reviews
8.5
Very good
913 reviews

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

8.1
Very good
3,897 reviews
8.5
Very good
913 reviews

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

7.3
Good
14,241 reviews
8.5
Very good
913 reviews

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

7.0
Good
7,554 reviews
8.5
Very good
913 reviews

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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?

    $1,254 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Emirates. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Lufthansa and American Airlines, with prices starting from $1,258 and $1,402, respectively.

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

  • What does SHA to DSM mean?

    SHA and DSM are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SHA to DSM refers to a flight route from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Des Moines Airport. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN), Beijing Capital Airport (PEK), Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport (TAO), Shenzhen Airport (SZX).

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your China to Des Moines 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 China to Des Moines with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter China to Des Moines 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 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from China to Des Moines 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 China to Des Moines?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on China to Des Moines 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China to Des Moines?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Des Moines (average of $323). Flying from China to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $426). 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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