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Cheap flights from Shanghai to Iowa from $1,247

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 7/10. 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
May 9 — May 161
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Thu 5/9
Thu 5/16
1 adult, Economy
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Iowa (SHA - IA)?

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

Cheap American Airlines flights from Shanghai to Iowa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Shanghai and Iowa. 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 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Wed 7/35:00 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop19h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/35:00 amDSM - PVG
1 stop20h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/3$2,433
Wed 7/35:00 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops35h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/35:00 amDSM - PVG
1 stop20h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/3$2,436

Shanghai to Iowa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Shanghai and Iowa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Sat 11/231:40 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops41h 23mANA
Wed 11/2711:30 amDSM - SHA
2 stops34h 55mANA
Deal found 5/2$1,281
Fri 11/222:30 amPVG - DSM
2 stops21h 50mANA
Wed 11/278:00 amDSM - PVG
2 stops27h 15mANA
Deal found 5/2$1,281
Sat 11/231:40 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops41h 23mANA
Wed 11/2711:30 amDSM - SHA
2 stops34h 55mANA
Deal found 5/3$1,282
Fri 11/222:30 amPVG - DSM
2 stops21h 50mANA
Wed 11/2711:30 amDSM - PVG
2 stops23h 45mANA
Deal found 5/3$1,282
Wed 7/311:35 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops35h 09mLufthansa
Sat 8/33:39 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops35h 06mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$1,749
Tue 7/21:40 amPVG - DSM
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/33:39 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops35h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$2,117
Wed 7/35:00 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop19h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/35:00 amDSM - PVG
1 stop20h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/3$2,433
Wed 7/35:00 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops35h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/35:00 amDSM - PVG
1 stop20h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/3$2,436
Sat 11/233:25 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop36h 31mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/273:15 pmDSM - PVG
1 stop33h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$19,666

One-way flights to Iowa from Shanghai

Search for one-way flight options from Shanghai to Iowa. 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 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Wed 7/1011:35 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,247
Wed 7/103:45 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop18h 02mDelta
Deal found 5/4$1,400
Tue 7/912:35 amPVG - DSM
2 stops34h 17mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,402
Wed 8/145:00 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop19h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,403
Wed 8/145:00 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop19h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,404
Wed 8/145:00 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops31h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,407
Wed 8/145:00 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops31h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,408
Tue 8/131:40 amPVG - DSM
2 stops32h 49mLufthansa
Deal found 5/4$1,453
Tue 8/131:35 amPVG - DSM
2 stops25h 54mANA
Deal found 5/3$1,673

Find flights from Shanghai to Iowa within your budget

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 2,795,183 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.

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$1,749 - $2,436

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Shanghai Pu DongDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/3

2 stops35h 09m

Des Moines

Sat 8/3

2 stops35h 06m

$1,749

Shanghai Pu DongDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 7/2

2 stops32h 05m

Des Moines

Sat 8/3

2 stops35h 06m

$2,117

Shanghai Pu DongDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/3

1 stop19h 14m

Des Moines

Sat 8/3

1 stop20h 50m

$2,433

Shanghai Pu DongDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/3

2 stops35h 55m

Des Moines

Sat 8/3

1 stop20h 50m

$2,436

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Deals found on 5/3

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Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated May 4, 2024.
ANA
8.5
Very good
928 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

ANA
8.5
Very good
928 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
928 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,838 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
928 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,440 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
928 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,728 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
928 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Lufthansa
7.0
Good
7,730 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
928 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Shanghai to Iowa for under $1,800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Shanghai to Iowa for under $1,800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Lufthansa for just $1,749, but on average you can expect to pay $2,183.

  • 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 ($1,400), Qatar Airways ($1,402), and American Airlines ($1,403).

  • What does SHA to DSM mean?

    This is defined as Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (SHA) and Des Moines Airport (DSM). Codes like Des Moines Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Cedar Rapids Airport (CID), Sioux City Sioux Gateway Airport (SUX), Waterloo Airport (ALO), Dubuque Airport (DBQ), Mason City Airport (MCW) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to Iowa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Shanghai to Iowa 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 Shanghai to Iowa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Shanghai to Iowa 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 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to Iowa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Shanghai to Iowa 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 Shanghai to Iowa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Shanghai to Iowa 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 Shanghai to Iowa flight deals updated?

    The Shanghai to Iowa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/3.

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