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$1,580+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Chengdu (CTU)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CTU
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sat 3/8
Sat 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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$1,580
(United Airlines)
From Des Moines to Chengdu
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Chengdu
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 4/165:45 amDSM - CTU
3 stops27h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/237:20 amCTU - DSM
3 stops28h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/1$1,580
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Wed 4/166:47 pmDSM - CTU
3 stops33h 28mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/238:55 amCTU - DSM
3 stops27h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$3,226

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Des Moines

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Des MoinesChengdu

DSM - CTU

DSMCTU

Des Moines

Wed 4/16

5:45 am-10:35 pm

3 stops27h 50m

Chengdu

Wed 4/23

7:20 am-10:45 pm

3 stops28h 25m

$1,580

Des MoinesChengdu

DSM - CTU

DSMCTU

Des Moines

Wed 4/16

6:47 pm-5:15 pm

3 stops33h 28m

Chengdu

Wed 4/23

8:55 am-11:42 pm

3 stops27h 47m

$3,226

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Deals found on 3/1

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Chengdu

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Rainfall in Chengdu by month

Plan your trip to Chengdu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chengdu ranges from 0.0 - 9.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chengdu when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Chengdu by month

Plan your trip to Chengdu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chengdu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chengdu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chengdu. 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 Chengdu. Reviews last updated March 3, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,679 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,679 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,679 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chengdu (average of $885). Flying from Des Moines to Chengdu in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,868). 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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