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$501+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Iowa

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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — DSM
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jue. 10/16
jue. 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Shanghai to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated septiembre 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,142
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$501
(Kiwi.com)
From Shanghai to Iowa
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 16, 2025.

This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/301:30 pmPVG - MLI
2 stops33h 45mUnited Airlines
jue. 11/66:35 amMLI - PVG
2 stops22h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,142
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/285:35 pmPVG - OMA
2 stops36h 39mAir Canada
sáb. 5/165:15 pmOMA - PVG
2 stops31h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$1,378
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/285:35 pmPVG - OMA
2 stops43h 48mAir Canada
lun. 5/116:00 amOMA - PVG
2 stops19h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$1,383
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
vie. 11/281:30 pmPVG - OMA
1 stop22h 15mUnited Airlines
jue. 5/146:40 amOMA - PVG
1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,385
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/35:35 pmPVG - OMA
2 stops42h 12mAir Canada
vie. 5/151:45 pmOMA - PVG
2 stops35h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$1,389
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/3012:10 amPVG - OMA
2 stops35h 42mLufthansa
jue. 5/141:08 pmOMA - PVG
2 stops31h 07mLufthansa
Deal found 9/16$1,422
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/305:35 pmPVG - OMA
2 stops36h 36mAir Canada
sáb. 5/165:15 pmOMA - PVG
2 stops31h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$1,438
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/305:35 pmPVG - OMA
2 stops36h 36mAir Canada
vie. 5/156:00 amOMA - PVG
2 stops19h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$1,443
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/295:35 pmPVG - OMA
2 stops19h 48mAir Canada
mié. 5/136:00 amOMA - PVG
2 stops19h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$1,461
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/295:35 pmPVG - OMA
2 stops19h 48mAir Canada
lun. 5/116:00 amOMA - PVG
2 stops19h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 9/16$1,466
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
dom. 11/305:30 pmPVG - OMA
1 stop30h 20mDelta
mié. 5/132:00 pmOMA - PVG
1 stop36h 20mDelta
Deal found 9/16$1,478
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
mié. 12/311:35 pmPVG - OMA
2 stops38h 23mQatar Airways
dom. 5/1710:55 amOMA - PVG
2 stops40h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/16$1,519

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Iowa 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Iowa that are best for you.

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ShanghaiMoline

PVG - MLI

PVGMLI

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 10/30

1:30 pm-10:15 am

2 stops33h 45m

Moline Quad-City

jue. 11/6

6:35 am-6:45 pm

2 stops22h 10m

$1,142

ShanghaiMoline

PVG - MLI

PVGMLI

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 2/19

1:30 pm-9:03 pm

2 stops21h 33m

Moline Quad-City

lun. 2/23

5:42 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops35h 13m

$1,142

ShanghaiOmaha

PVG - OMA

PVGOMA

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 2/19

1:30 pm-8:26 pm

2 stops20h 56m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

lun. 2/23

1:45 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops39h 10m

$1,365

ShanghaiOmaha

PVG - OMA

PVGOMA

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 2/18

2:30 am-5:21 pm

2 stops28h 51m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

lun. 2/23

8:00 am-1:15 am

2 stops27h 15m

$1,485

ShanghaiDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 2/19

2:30 am-10:43 am

2 stops22h 13m

Des Moines

mar. 2/24

11:30 am-1:15 am

2 stops23h 45m

$1,485

ShanghaiDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 2/20

5:35 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops20h 08m

Des Moines

mar. 2/24

9:04 am-4:00 pm

2 stops40h 56m

$1,514

ShanghaiDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 2/20

11:35 pm-9:56 pm

2 stops36h 21m

Des Moines

mar. 2/24

5:59 am-2:40 pm

2 stops42h 41m

$1,580

ShanghaiOmaha

SHA - OMA

SHAOMA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 2/19

1:30 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops22h 29m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

lun. 2/23

7:23 am-9:40 pm

2 stops24h 17m

$3,309

ShanghaiDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 11/9

4:30 pm-10:40 pm

3 stops44h 10m

$501

ShanghaiDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 11/13

8:35 am-1:49 pm

3 stops43h 14m

$559

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Deals found on 9/14

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  • How long is the flight from Shanghai to Iowa?

    Airlines like United Airlines, ANA, and Air Canada fly from Shanghai to Iowa in about 20h 08m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 37m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6925 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai to Iowa one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Shanghai to Iowa are Delta ($589), Qatar Airways ($689), and American Airlines ($699).

  • What are the most popular routes from Shanghai to Iowa?

    Most travelers choose Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Des Moines, Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Moline Quad-City or Shanghai Pu Dong - Omaha Eppley Airfield when deciding on the best route from Shanghai to Iowa.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to Iowa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Shanghai to Iowa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to Iowa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shanghai to Iowa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to Iowa 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 Shanghai to Iowa?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Iowa (average of $336). Flying from Shanghai to Iowa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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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