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$821+ 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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SHA
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Shanghai

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 December 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,209
(Delta)

One-way from

$821
(EaseMyTrip)

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Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,639
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Best flights from Des Moines to Shanghai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/512:15 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops38h 40mDelta
Wed 2/125:30 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops31h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/22$1,209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/511:35 amDSM - PVG
2 stops43h 50mANA
Tue 2/112:30 amPVG - DSM
2 stops29h 24mANA
Deal found 12/22$1,482
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/512:15 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops36h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/126:45 amPVG - DSM
3 stops45h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,995

Find flights from Des Moines to Shanghai within your budget

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 December 22, 2024.

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Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 2/5

12:15 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops38h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/12

5:30 pm-10:40 am

2 stops31h 10m

$1,209

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 2/5

11:35 am-9:25 pm

2 stops43h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/11

2:30 am-5:54 pm

2 stops29h 24m

$1,482

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 2/5

12:15 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops36h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/12

6:45 am-2:38 pm

3 stops45h 53m

$1,995

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - SHA

DSMSHA

Des Moines

Wed 2/5

11:35 am-12:25 pm

2 stops34h 50m

$821

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Deals found on 12/22

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Shanghai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines to Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Des Moines to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,839). 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 Shanghai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, 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 39.2 F).

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 December 22, 2024.
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

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  • 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. 1 airline has flights to Shanghai from Des Moines on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $1,209. Another option worth looking into is ANA, starting at $1,482 round trip. Users have found that Delta is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Des Moines to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,839). 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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Discover the top airline 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 December 22, 2024.
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