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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to China flights

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

The cheapest fares from Des Moines to China on KAYAK in the last week were to Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) from $1,057 round-trip, and to Beijing Capital (PEK) from $1,152 round-trip.

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) from $1,116
• Beijing Capital (PEK) from $1,489
• Sanya Phoenix Intl (SYX) from $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 Tuesday is the most expensive. Fares run about 40% 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 $1,374. The morning is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $1,602.

Key details for Des Moines to China flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$550
Beat the crowds with an average 73% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 64% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Beijing Capital 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 $1,273 (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 $1,273 to $1,720.

  • What are the main airports serving China?

    China has 233 airports. The three busiest are Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) (45% of arrivals), Beijing Capital (PEK) (45%) and Sanya Phoenix Intl (SYX) (9%).

  • 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 Tuesday cost about 40% 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.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Des Moines to China

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Des Moines to China? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
DeltaOverall score based on 8651 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.8Comfort
8.5Crew
7.8Entertainment
7.2Food
Airline reviews

Very good- all went as planned. Flight was on time. Seating was a little sub , as always. Snacks and entertainment were basic. We arrived on time- no problems.

10.0 ExcellentCaroline, Oct 2026
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Very good- all went as planned. Flight was on time. Seating was a little sub , as always. Snacks and entertainment were basic. We arrived on time- no problems.

Everything was great, from the flight and crew to the seating and snacks.

Rude staff from baggage check to gate crew. Poor instructions. Inconsistent application of baggage rules.

There was an incredibly surly flight attendant that ruined the experience

Good but since we got in early we had to wait on runway for our gate. That was kind of a bummer but we still got in earlier than planned For entertainment I was watching a movie and getting close to the end of it with 15 min left but it kept jumping automatically to the next movie before finishing.

Delta seems to be getting worse. They are trying to take any comfort away from poorer people to make more money selling it to the rich. I paid for delta comfort and on my flight from Rome to jfk I had a tv that would go on and off automatically and literally no electrical outlets or usbs worked which was advertised in the price of the fare. The infotainment system wasn’t fully working. Luckily the movies worked and the plane was needing a lot of repairs. The jfk to Tampa flight they stuck me next to this really larger guy who was half in my seat and they should have made other accommodations for him because now you’re interfering with the fare class I paid for and act like I shouldn’t care because I didn’t pay for first class. I couldn’t even pull out my tray table because of this guy. The safety video tv screen you couldn’t even see it. It made me a little scared to fly delta anymore, because if these planes are this much in need of servicing, I have to wonder if the plane is going to make it to the destination.

Delayed departure, 30min. but arrived nearly on time. Crew was reassuring.

First, off the bat, the Delta gate attendant was rude, inattentive and gave us an attitude when we asked for clarification of our seats for this rebooked flight as we missed our connecting flight due to the delay from Berlin. Flight attendants were all but friendly, rushed through for water refills so you couldn’t even catch them to request more water. Snacks were just OK. Headphones for the movies were so bad that with the airplane noise, the volume of the movie wouldn’t go up enough to even understand the voices. I had to turn on CC to even know what was being said.

I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with the poor service and unprofessional staff we encountered when traveling with an infant. Our flight was delayed, and the gate staff failed to manage the boarding process appropriately. Due to incorrect, unavailable, or missing 'pink tag' stroller and car seat check-in procedures at the gate, we were forced to board last. Furthermore, the gate staff was rude and dismissive, causing significant distress to our infant. To make matters worse, one of our checked items—an infant sleeper/lounger—was returned to us broken. Given the unsafe handling of essential equipment and unprofessional treatment, I expect a prompt resolution regarding compensation for the damaged items.

It was not Delta‘s fault, but due tonersther the flight was 3 hours delayed. This caused me to miss my connection. The Delta partner airline, Chinese Eastern, had few people who could speak English. It took them a long time to rebook the flight.

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