$799+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Shanghai, China
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DSM — SHA
May 4 — May 111
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated April 29, 2025.
Round-trip from | $968 (American Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $799 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $1,119 |
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to ShanghaiExplore 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 29, 2025.
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 29, 2025.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 8/107:32 pmOMA - PVG
2 stops30h 18mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/185:00 pmPVG - OMA
2 stops28h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28![American Airlines logo]()
$968
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 10/75:08 amCID - PVG
1 stop20h 42mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/215:00 pmPVG - CID
1 stop18h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28![American Airlines logo]()
$1,061
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 10/712:05 pmCID - PVG
2 stops38h 20mDelta
Tue 10/215:30 pmPVG - CID
2 stops35h 17mDelta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$1,106
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 6/121:58 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops28h 57mBritish Airways
Thu 6/1911:00 amPVG - DSM
2 stops43h 28mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28![British Airways logo]()
$1,537
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sun 8/102:19 pmOMA - PVG
2 stops37h 01mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/171:35 amPVG - OMA
2 stops33h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,601
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 6/107:24 amDSM - SHA
2 stops39h 01mJapan Airlines
Tue 6/1712:50 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops37h 38mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Japan Airlines logo]()
$1,605
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 6/123:48 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops28h 52mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/196:55 amPVG - DSM
3 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,810
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 6/92:01 pmOMA - PVG
2 stops28h 54mBritish Airways
Wed 7/2311:00 amPVG - OMA
2 stops49h 59mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28![British Airways logo]()
$1,912
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/125:00 amDSM - PVG
1 stop20h 50mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/195:00 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop29h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28![American Airlines logo]()
$1,943
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/73:07 pmCID - PVG
2 stops36h 13mQatar Airways
Mon 10/2012:35 amPVG - CID
2 stops34h 24mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,003
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 6/91:55 pmOMA - PVG
2 stops36h 55mLufthansa
Tue 7/221:55 amPVG - OMA
2 stops31h 27mLufthansa
Deal found 4/28![Lufthansa logo]()
$2,010
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/126:22 pmOMA - SHA
2 stops28h 03mJapan Airlines
Thu 6/1912:50 pmSHA - OMA
2 stops37h 41mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Japan Airlines logo]()
$2,041
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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 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Shanghai that are best for you.
Fly from
Iowa
Fly to
Shanghai
Route
Depart
Return
Price
OmahaShanghai
OMA - PVG
OMAPVG
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sun 8/10
7:32 pm-2:50 pm
2 stops30h 18m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 9/18
5:00 pm-8:38 am
2 stops28h 38m
$968
Cedar RapidsShanghai
CID - PVG
CIDPVG
Cedar Rapids
Tue 10/7
5:08 am-2:50 pm
1 stop20h 42m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 10/21
5:00 pm-10:50 pm
1 stop18h 50m
$1,061
Cedar RapidsShanghai
CID - PVG
CIDPVG
Cedar Rapids
Tue 10/7
12:05 pm-3:25 pm
2 stops38h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 10/21
5:30 pm-3:47 pm
2 stops35h 17m
$1,106
Des MoinesShanghai
DSM - PVG
DSMPVG
Des Moines
Thu 6/12
1:58 pm-7:55 am
2 stops28h 57m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 6/19
11:00 am-5:28 pm
2 stops43h 28m
$1,537
OmahaShanghai
OMA - PVG
OMAPVG
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Sun 8/10
2:19 pm-4:20 pm
2 stops37h 01m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 9/17
1:35 am-9:48 pm
2 stops33h 13m
$1,601
Des MoinesShanghai
DSM - SHA
DSMSHA
Des Moines
Tue 6/10
7:24 am-11:25 am
2 stops39h 01m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Tue 6/17
12:50 pm-1:28 pm
2 stops37h 38m
$1,605
Des MoinesShanghai
DSM - PVG
DSMPVG
Des Moines
Thu 6/12
3:48 pm-9:40 am
2 stops28h 52m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 6/19
6:55 am-2:45 pm
3 stops44h 50m
$1,810
OmahaShanghai
OMA - PVG
OMAPVG
Omaha Eppley Airfield
Mon 6/9
2:01 pm-7:55 am
2 stops28h 54m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 7/27
11:00 am-11:59 pm
2 stops49h 59m
$1,912
Des MoinesShanghai
DSM - PVG
DSMPVG
Des Moines
Thu 6/12
5:00 am-2:50 pm
1 stop20h 50m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 6/19
5:00 pm-9:04 am
1 stop29h 04m
$1,943
Cedar RapidsShanghai
CID - PVG
CIDPVG
Cedar Rapids
Tue 10/7
3:07 pm-4:20 pm
2 stops36h 13m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 10/20
12:35 am-9:59 pm
2 stops34h 24m
$2,003
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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Shanghai
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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Shanghai (average of $1,167). Flying from Iowa to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). 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 29, 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 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, Delta and Cathay Pacific 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.
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.7
Overall
8.3
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentL,Nov 2024
SNA - SEA
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.7
Overall
8.3
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentL,Nov 2024
SNA - SEA
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.7
Overall
8.3
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentL,Nov 2024
SNA - SEA
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.7
Overall
8.3
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentL,Nov 2024
SNA - SEA
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.7
Overall
8.3
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentL,Nov 2024
SNA - SEA
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.7
Overall
8.3
Crew
8.7
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentL,Nov 2024
SNA - SEA
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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 29, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$1,113 | Average$1,685 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$1,119 | Average$2,042 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |