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$968+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Shanghai, China

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SHA
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Shanghai

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Round-trip from

$968
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,579
From Iowa to Shanghai
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Find 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 April 2, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/107:25 pmOMA - PVG
2 stops30h 25mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/185:00 pmPVG - OMA
1 stop18h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$968
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Tue 5/63:08 pmOMA - PVG
2 stops37h 37mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/228:10 pmPVG - OMA
2 stops27h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,029
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/810:51 amOMA - PVG
2 stops39h 34mDelta
Fri 5/233:45 pmPVG - OMA
2 stops21h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/1$1,405
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 5/155:45 amDSM - PVG
2 stops23h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/3012:10 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops21h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,463
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/108:00 amOMA - PVG
2 stops27h 35mANA
Wed 9/101:35 amPVG - OMA
2 stops33h 13mANA
Deal found 4/1$1,474
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/61:08 pmOMA - PVG
2 stops34h 57mLufthansa
Wed 5/2111:50 pmPVG - OMA
2 stops30h 44mLufthansa
Deal found 4/1$1,513
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/97:29 pmOMA - PVG
2 stops47h 26mBritish Airways
Tue 5/2711:00 amPVG - OMA
2 stops48h 37mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/1$1,555
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/32:00 pmCID - PVG
2 stops28h 55mBritish Airways
Tue 6/2411:00 amPVG - CID
2 stops45h 23mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/1$1,565
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/166:13 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops48h 42mBritish Airways
Fri 5/2311:00 amPVG - DSM
2 stops63h 48mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/1$1,577
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/77:55 pmOMA - SHA
2 stops50h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/241:35 pmSHA - OMA
2 stops23h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,686
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/710:45 amOMA - PVG
2 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/2312:35 amPVG - OMA
2 stops31h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,711
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/15:52 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops32h 33mDelta
Thu 7/175:30 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops29h 36mDelta
Deal found 4/1$1,726

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 April 2, 2025.
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

Sun 8/10

7:25 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/18

5:00 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop18h 27m

$968

OmahaShanghai

OMA - PVG

OMAPVG

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/6

3:08 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops37h 37m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/27

8:10 pm-10:32 am

2 stops27h 22m

$1,029

OmahaShanghai

OMA - PVG

OMAPVG

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 5/8

1:20 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/23

3:45 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$1,405

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Thu 5/15

5:45 am-5:45 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/30

12:10 pm-8:42 pm

2 stops21h 32m

$1,463

OmahaShanghai

OMA - PVG

OMAPVG

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/10

8:00 am-12:35 am

2 stops27h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/10

1:35 am-9:48 pm

2 stops33h 13m

$1,474

OmahaShanghai

OMA - PVG

OMAPVG

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/6

1:08 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops34h 57m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/21

11:50 pm-5:34 pm

2 stops30h 44m

$1,513

OmahaShanghai

OMA - PVG

OMAPVG

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 5/9

7:29 pm-7:55 am

2 stops47h 26m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/26

11:00 am-10:37 pm

2 stops48h 37m

$1,555

Cedar RapidsShanghai

CID - PVG

CIDPVG

Cedar Rapids

Tue 6/3

2:00 pm-7:55 am

2 stops28h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/24

11:00 am-7:23 pm

2 stops45h 23m

$1,565

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Fri 5/16

6:13 pm-7:55 am

2 stops48h 42m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/23

11:00 am-1:48 pm

2 stops63h 48m

$1,577

OmahaShanghai

OMA - SHA

OMASHA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 5/7

7:55 pm-11:25 am

2 stops50h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 5/24

1:35 pm-12:12 am

2 stops23h 37m

$1,686

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Shanghai

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Shanghai

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Shanghai (average of $1,185). Flying from Iowa to Shanghai 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IA to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 2, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 April 2, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, ANA and Emirates from Iowa to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
ANA
8.3
Very good
830 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,193 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

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

    While some choose either Omaha Eppley Airfield - Shanghai Pu Dong or Des Moines - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Omaha Eppley Airfield - 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.

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    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.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Shanghai (average of $1,185). Flying from Iowa to Shanghai 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 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 April 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,113Average$1,739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,119Average$1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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