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$953+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Shanghai, China

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 11/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SHA
Nov 8 — Nov 151
Sat 11/8
Sat 11/15
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 9, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,162
(Delta)

One-way from

$953
(EaseMyTrip)
From Des Moines to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 9, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Sat 10/183:48 pmDSM - PVG
1 stop34h 02mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/76:25 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop18h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/8$1,168
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/191:05 pmDSM - SHA
2 stops33h 20mANA
Wed 11/261:40 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops35h 02mANA
Deal found 10/7$1,449
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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.
Sat 10/183:30 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops34h 55mDelta
Fri 11/76:00 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops34h 07mDelta
Deal found 10/8$1,513
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Wed 10/86:36 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops34h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/128:10 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops31h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/6$1,561
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/218:00 amDSM - SHA
3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/281:35 pmSHA - DSM
3 stops34h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/8$1,688
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 10/1811:31 amDSM - PVG
3 stops65h 14mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/71:30 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops24h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/8$1,835
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/192:19 pmDSM - SHA
2 stops31h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/261:40 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops35h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7$1,862
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/183:25 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops40h 15mANA
Thu 11/62:35 amPVG - DSM
2 stops21h 55mANA
Deal found 10/8$1,905
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Wed 10/86:39 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops30h 06mDelta
Sun 10/123:45 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop17h 50mDelta
Deal found 10/6$2,273
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/118:00 amDSM - PVG
2 stops38h 40mANA
Thu 11/62:35 amPVG - DSM
2 stops28h 50mANA
Deal found 10/8$2,659
This ANA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 ANA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/83:25 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops20h 10mANA
Sat 10/111:35 amPVG - DSM
2 stops23h 44mANA
Deal found 10/6$3,053
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/215:00 amDSM - SHA
2 stops40h 45mJapan Airlines
Fri 11/281:10 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops37h 26mJapan Airlines
Deal found 10/8$3,361

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Shanghai 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 October 9, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Fri 2/6

6:20 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/26

5:30 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop17h 23m

$1,162

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Tue 2/10

6:20 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/24

5:30 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop17h 23m

$1,162

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Fri 2/6

6:20 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/24

5:30 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop17h 23m

$1,162

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

6:20 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/27

5:30 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop17h 23m

$1,162

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Sun 2/8

6:20 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/25

5:30 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop17h 23m

$1,162

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 2/4

6:20 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/27

5:30 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop17h 23m

$1,162

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Fri 2/6

6:20 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/25

5:30 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop17h 23m

$1,162

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Mon 2/9

6:20 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/23

5:30 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop17h 23m

$1,162

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Tue 2/10

6:20 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/25

5:30 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop17h 23m

$1,162

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Mon 2/9

6:20 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/26

5:30 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop17h 23m

$1,162

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Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated October 9, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Shanghai, such as Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,968 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,968 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,968 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,968 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai?

    For a flight from Des Moines to Shanghai, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. 2 airlines have flights to Shanghai from Des Moines on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Shanghai?

    For as low as $1,162, Delta can have you in Shanghai from Des Moines in 19h. There are 6925 mi between Des Moines and Shanghai. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Shanghai round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $1,289. Another option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $1,416 round trip.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Shanghai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Shanghai. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,289Average$1,926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,416Average$1,934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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