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$1,106+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to China

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DSM — PVG
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 5/26:14 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops31h 36mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/85:00 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops33h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,106
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/23:34 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops20h 01mANA
Wed 5/71:35 amPVG - DSM
2 stops26h 03mANA
Deal found 4/23$1,281
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/23:34 pmDSM - SHA
2 stops31h 41mANA
Thu 5/81:35 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops38h 03mANA
Deal found 4/23$1,375
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/82:00 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/234:05 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,437
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Mon 6/95:58 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops24h 57mBritish Airways
Thu 7/311:00 amPVG - DSM
2 stops43h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/22$1,529
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 6/87:24 amDSM - PEK
2 stops24h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/153:30 pmPEK - DSM
3 stops44h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,607
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 5/25:45 amDSM - SHA
3 stops27h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/81:30 pmSHA - DSM
3 stops34h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,629
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/116:10 amDSM - PVG
1 stop18h 35mDelta
Fri 6/205:30 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops29h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/23$1,742
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/116:00 amDSM - PVG
2 stops22h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/2012:10 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops23h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,764
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/89:37 amDSM - SHA
2 stops36h 48mJapan Airlines
Sun 6/1512:50 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops37h 38mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,887
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 6/85:52 pmDSM - CAN
3 stops31h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/157:45 amCAN - DSM
3 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$2,074
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 6/77:20 amDSM - SHA
2 stops39h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/148:15 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops53h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$2,106

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to China 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 April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to China that are best for you.

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Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Tue 7/8

2:00 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops35h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/23

4:05 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops34h 25m

$1,437

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Mon 6/9

5:58 pm-7:55 am

2 stops24h 57m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/3

11:00 am-5:10 pm

2 stops43h 10m

$1,529

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Sun 6/8

7:24 am-9:15 pm

2 stops24h 51m

Beijing Capital

Sun 6/15

3:30 pm-10:34 pm

3 stops44h 04m

$1,607

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Sun 6/8

7:21 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop30h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/15

5:00 pm-9:07 am

2 stops29h 07m

$1,612

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 6/11

6:10 am-1:45 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/20

5:30 pm-10:19 am

2 stops29h 49m

$1,742

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 6/11

6:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops22h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/20

12:10 pm-10:22 pm

2 stops23h 12m

$1,764

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - SHA

DSMSHA

Des Moines

Sun 6/8

9:37 am-11:25 am

2 stops36h 48m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 6/15

12:50 pm-1:28 pm

2 stops37h 38m

$1,887

Des MoinesGuangzhou

DSM - CAN

DSMCAN

Des Moines

Sun 6/8

5:52 pm-2:05 pm

3 stops31h 13m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 6/15

7:45 am-2:45 pm

3 stops44h 00m

$2,074

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - SHA

DSMSHA

Des Moines

Sat 6/7

7:20 am-11:25 am

2 stops39h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 6/14

8:15 pm-12:46 pm

2 stops53h 31m

$2,106

Des MoinesGuangzhou

DSM - CAN

DSMCAN

Des Moines

Wed 6/4

6:13 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops29h 17m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 6/11

2:10 pm-1:28 pm

2 stops36h 18m

$2,198

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to China

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to China (average of $1,185). Flying from Des Moines to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,792). 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.

Rainfall in China by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 1.2 - 10.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 10.2 in. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in China by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Korean Air, Japan Airlines and Emirates from Des Moines to China by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,062 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,062 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,062 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,452 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,062 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,206 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,062 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,062 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,062 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to China?

    For a flight from Des Moines to China, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to China?

    When deciding which route to take from Des Moines to China consider Des Moines - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Des Moines - Beijing Capital or Des Moines - Shanghai Pu Dong as they are the most popular.

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to China (average of $1,185). Flying from Des Moines to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,792). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to China

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to China. 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,113Average$1,739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,119Average$1,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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