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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to China

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Shanghai
Shanghai1 stop$1,222
Guangzhou
Guangzhou2 stops$1,374
Shanghai
Shanghai1 stop$1,222
Guangzhou
Guangzhou2 stops$1,374

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to China

Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Feb 2
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10:26 am - 12:55 amDSM  Des Moines-PEK Beijing Capital
24h 29m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl
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6:35 pm - 7:13 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-DSM Des Moines
38h 38m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,171Cathay Pacific
Mon, Nov 30 - Fri, Dec 11
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7:11 am - 12:30 pmDSM  Des Moines-PEK Beijing Capital
39h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl
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7:30 am - 7:01 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-DSM Des Moines
25h 31m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,211Cathay Pacific
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Feb 1
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7:41 am - 10:45 amDSM  Des Moines-PEK Beijing Capital
37h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl
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3:25 am - 7:13 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-DSM Des Moines
29h 48m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,221Cathay Pacific
Mon, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:13 am - 3:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
19h 02m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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10:00 am - 8:39 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DSM Des Moines
24h 39m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,222Delta
Sun, Nov 29 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:55 pm - 7:55 pmDSM  Des Moines-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
34h 00m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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10:00 am - 10:38 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DSM Des Moines
26h 38m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,227Delta
Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Feb 2
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2:39 pm - 12:55 amDSM  Des Moines-PEK Beijing Capital
44h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl
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7:30 am - 7:19 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-DSM Des Moines
25h 49m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles
$1,227Cathay Pacific
Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Feb 2
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3:31 pm - 10:45 amDSM  Des Moines-PEK Beijing Capital
29h 14m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Hong Kong Intl
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6:35 pm - 7:13 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-DSM Des Moines
38h 38m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,257Cathay Pacific
Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Feb 2
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12:52 pm - 12:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-PEK Beijing Capital
33h 23m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda
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8:25 am - 10:41 amPEK  Beijing Capital-DSM Des Moines
40h 16m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,260ANA
Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Feb 1
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7:41 am - 12:55 amDSM  Des Moines-PEK Beijing Capital
27h 14m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl
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3:25 am - 7:19 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-DSM Des Moines
29h 54m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles
$1,292Cathay Pacific
Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Feb 1
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6:14 pm - 5:20 pmDSM  Des Moines-PEK Beijing Capital
33h 06m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Hong Kong Intl
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3:25 am - 7:19 pmPEK  Beijing Capital-DSM Des Moines
29h 54m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles
$1,298Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to China flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What are the cheapest fares from Des Moines to China right now?

Here are the cheapest round-trip fares from Des Moines to China on KAYAK in the last week:

• Beijing Capital (PEK) from $1,171
• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) from $1,222
• Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) from $1,374

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to China?

March is the cheapest time of year to fly, with average fares of $1,066. Prices are highest in December, when average flight costs increase to around $2,153.

Which airport in China is the cheapest to fly to from Des Moines?

Based on KAYAK data from the past 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into China are:

• Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) (avg. price $1,116)
• Beijing Capital (PEK) (avg. price $1,489)
• Sanya Phoenix Intl (SYX) (avg. price $1,602)

What’s the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to China?

Thursday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to China, while Saturday is the most expensive. Fares run about 51% higher that day, based on the past 12 months of KAYAK data.

What's the cheapest time of day to fly from Des Moines to China?

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to China during the afternoon with average prices of $1,354. The morning is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $1,602.

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Key details for Des Moines to China flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$889
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 64% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

Your Des Moines to China flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from Des Moines to China?

    Yes. Fares from Des Moines to China are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $1,267 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Des Moines to China?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Des Moines to China have ranged from $1,267 to $2,094.

  • What are the main airports serving China?

    China has 233 airports. The three busiest are Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) (42% of arrivals), Beijing Capital (PEK) (42%) and Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) (8%).

  • What airlines fly nonstop from Des Moines to China?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, no airline regularly operates nonstop flights from Des Moines to China. However, American Airlines offers a one-stop option.

  • Which cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to China?

    On flights from Des Moines to China you can book Economy Class, Business Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks in China?

    KAYAK travelers' favorite landmarks in China include:

    • Canton Fair Complex
    • Shanghai Disneyland
    • French Concession
    • People's Square

Your guide to booking Des Moines to China flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, book your trip for March when flights are typically cheapest and avoid December when prices are at their highest.
  • Flying on Thursday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Saturday cost about 51% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
  • If you're looking to save, Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) is the cheapest airport to fly into from Des Moines. If you have onward travel, don't forget to factor in the cost of your journey by train, bus or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in Shanghai, which is the most popular destination in China. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular destinations such as Guangzhou, Beijing and Shenzhen.

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