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$551+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 3/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SHA
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Fri 3/13
Fri 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Shanghai

Cheapest flights from Iowa to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 11, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Fri 3/272:17 pm
OMA
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PVG
2 stops54h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/311:35 am
PVG
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OMA
2 stops38h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$1,024
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/57:25 pm
CID
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PVG
2 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/108:35 am
PVG
-
CID
2 stops28h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,067
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/277:27 pm
DSM
-
PVG
2 stops28h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/38:35 am
PVG
-
DSM
2 stops28h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$1,148
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 5/205:57 pm
DSM
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PVG
1 stop32h 28m
Delta
Thu 6/189:55 am
PVG
-
DSM
1 stop23h 50m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$1,160
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 5/205:57 pm
DSM
-
PVG
1 stop32h 28m
Delta
Tue 6/165:30 pm
PVG
-
DSM
2 stops29h 45m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$1,164
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 5/202:33 pm
DSM
-
PVG
2 stops35h 52m
Delta
Wed 6/175:30 pm
PVG
-
DSM
2 stops36h 39m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$1,171
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Tue 5/1910:56 am
DSM
-
PVG
2 stops43h 54m
Delta
Mon 6/229:55 am
PVG
-
DSM
1 stop23h 50m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$1,172
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/267:27 pm
DSM
-
PVG
2 stops39h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/29:35 am
PVG
-
DSM
2 stops27h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$1,242
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/267:25 pm
CID
-
SHA
2 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/210:30 pm
SHA
-
CID
2 stops37h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$1,289
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/267:27 pm
DSM
-
SHA
2 stops27h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/210:30 pm
SHA
-
DSM
2 stops38h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$1,290
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/267:30 pm
OMA
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SHA
2 stops27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/210:30 pm
SHA
-
OMA
2 stops37h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$1,340
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 3/265:05 am
DSM
-
PVG
1 stop22h 20m
American Airlines
Thu 4/25:20 pm
PVG
-
DSM
2 stops28h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$1,341

Find flight deals from Iowa to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated February 11, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,024
(Expedia)

One-way from

$607
(Kiwi.com)

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June

Cheapest in

September
From Iowa to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($279 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($77 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 February 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Shanghai that are best for you.

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OmahaShanghai

OMA - PVG

OMAPVG

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 3/27

2:17 pm-10:05 am

2 stops54h 48m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 4/3

11:35 am-1:14 pm

2 stops38h 39m

$1,024

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Fri 3/27

7:27 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops28h 48m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 4/3

8:35 am-11:42 pm

2 stops28h 07m

$1,148

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 5/20

10:23 am-3:25 pm

1 stop40h 02m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/16

9:55 am-4:49 pm

1 stop19h 54m

$1,160

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Tue 5/19

10:56 am-7:50 pm

2 stops43h 54m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/18

9:55 am-8:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$1,172

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Tue 5/19

10:56 am-7:50 pm

2 stops43h 54m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/22

5:30 pm-5:09 pm

2 stops36h 39m

$1,172

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Sun 5/24

4:15 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops38h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/16

5:30 pm-10:15 am

2 stops29h 45m

$1,172

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Sun 5/24

10:56 am-7:50 pm

2 stops43h 54m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/22

9:55 am-8:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$1,172

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Mon 5/25

2:39 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops40h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/22

9:55 am-8:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$1,172

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Mon 5/25

2:39 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops40h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/17

9:55 am-4:49 pm

1 stop19h 54m

$1,172

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Mon 5/25

2:39 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops40h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/16

9:55 am-8:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$1,172

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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Shanghai?

    Airlines like American Airlines, Delta, and Qatar Airways fly from Iowa to Shanghai in about 19h 52m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 22h 30m. Iowa and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 6879 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    While some choose either Des Moines - Shanghai Pu Dong or Cedar Rapids - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Des Moines - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is the most popular route from Iowa to Shanghai.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa 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 Iowa to Shanghai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 February 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,149Average$1,871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,408Average$1,926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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