$611 Find Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Shanghai

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Des Moines to Shanghai departing on 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$1,071
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Tue 1/13Tue 1/20
DSM - SHA • 2 stops
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$611
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Tue 1/13
DSM - SHA • 2 stops
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Cheapest • from $1,105 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Shanghai (DSM-SHA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Shanghai that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Shanghai

Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
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11:42 am - 11:45 amDSM-SHA
34h 03m2 stops
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1:10 pm - 11:12 amSHA-DSM
36h 02m2 stops
$1,071Japan Airlines
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Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 19
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11:42 am - 5:05 pmDSM-PVG
39h 23m2 stops
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6:40 pm - 11:12 amPVG-DSM
30h 32m2 stops
$1,089Japan Airlines
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Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
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7:00 am - 11:45 amDSM-SHA
38h 45m2 stops
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1:10 pm - 11:12 amSHA-DSM
36h 02m2 stops
$1,105Japan Airlines
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Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21
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8:00 am - 12:25 pmDSM-SHA
38h 25m2 stops
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1:40 pm - 10:55 amSHA-DSM
35h 15m2 stops
$1,142ANA
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Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21
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8:00 am - 12:25 pmDSM-SHA
38h 25m2 stops
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1:40 pm - 10:55 amSHA-DSM
35h 15m2 stops
$1,143ANA
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Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26
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6:24 am - 3:20 pmDSM-PVG
18h 56m1 stop
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5:30 pm - 8:54 pmPVG-DSM
17h 24m1 stop
$1,150Delta
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Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26
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5:30 am - 6:55 pmDSM-PVG
23h 25m2 stops
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1:30 pm - 12:52 pmPVG-DSM
37h 22m2 stops
$1,154United Airlines
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Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26
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1:35 pm - 6:45 pmDSM-PVG
39h 10m2 stops
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1:30 pm - 10:55 amPVG-DSM
35h 25m2 stops
$1,168United Airlines
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Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26
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11:26 am - 3:20 pmDSM-PVG
37h 54m2 stops
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6:00 pm - 9:24 pmPVG-DSM
41h 24m2 stops
$1,169Delta
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Fri, Apr 3 - Fri, Apr 17
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6:37 am - 4:20 pmDSM-PVG
44h 43m2 stops
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12:35 am - 11:26 pmPVG-DSM
35h 51m2 stops
$1,507Qatar Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Des Moines to Shanghai flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Des Moines to Shanghai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Shanghai?

The cheapest round-trip price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Des Moines to Shanghai were found on Japan Airlines ($1,105) and ANA ($1,142).

Which airlines fly non-stop between Des Moines and Shanghai?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Shanghai.

There are 2 airlines that fly nonstop from Des Moines to Shanghai. They are Delta and United Airlines. The cheapest airline for this route is Delta, with the best round-trip deal found costing $1,161. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at United Airlines.

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Cheapest flight$611
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FAQs for booking flights from Des Moines to Shanghai

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Des Moines to Shanghai was $611 for a one-way ticket and $1,071 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Des Moines and Shanghai?

    A passport is required to fly from Des Moines to Shanghai.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Des Moines to Shanghai?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Des Moines to Shanghai?

    Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Des Moines and Shanghai, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Des Moines to Shanghai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Des Moines to Shanghai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Des Moines to Shanghai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Shanghai from Des Moines is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Des Moines to Shanghai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Shanghai with an airline and back to Des Moines with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Des Moines to Shanghai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Shanghai from Des Moines up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Des Moines to Shanghai

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Des Moines to Shanghai. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Des Moines to Shanghai? 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.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8011 reviews
7.9Entertainment
8.1Boarding
7.3Food
8.5Crew
7.9Comfort
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My flight was cancelled with no explanation after I had already cleared security. I was given 4 options to rebook, only one being non-stop like I had paid for. I grabbed it. It was 4 plus hours later and then took off even later. Biggest complaint is that I booked early and had an aisle seat. They gave me a "window" seat in front of the exit row, so the seat did not decline. I weigh all of 103 #s and it was tight for me! For what I paid, I feel I was kind of ripped off. I think they should have given me the empty comfort seat for the inconvenience. There was no apology nor any explanation as to why the flight was cancelled. My guess is it benefitted Delta in some way.

6.0 GoodMary Heather, Nov 2025LGA - MKE
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My flight was cancelled with no explanation after I had already cleared security. I was given 4 options to rebook, only one being non-stop like I had paid for. I grabbed it. It was 4 plus hours later and then took off even later. Biggest complaint is that I booked early and had an aisle seat. They gave me a "window" seat in front of the exit row, so the seat did not decline. I weigh all of 103 #s and it was tight for me! For what I paid, I feel I was kind of ripped off. I think they should have given me the empty comfort seat for the inconvenience. There was no apology nor any explanation as to why the flight was cancelled. My guess is it benefitted Delta in some way.

Very smooth, on-time, and pleasantly uneventful flight. The team at the gate and on board were professional and genuinely courteous. The pilot kept us well updated throughout, and both takeoff and landing were steady and enjoyable without any drama. Just a good, solid flight. Thank you! 💗

Staff was exceptional! Everyone was kind, professional and friendly making the trip very pleasant. Thank you!

No lunch on a x-country flight scheduled for 10:50 am departure, arrived 5+ hrs later. That requires a black box label before you pay for the tickets. Worst, when I checked in online, it's specifically said that lunch was served on his flight for economy Plus passengers.

We had a lot of really rough weather but that was not Delta's fault. Pilot was amazing.

First, Delta needs more flights to/from Miami. Second, a 1000pm leaving at 1230pm is unacceptable from their biggest airport world hub. Another aircraft could have been used such as the aircraft scheduled to be used in the morning for that exact same route. Yes, I did get me there but the lack of sleep the next day didn't help me enjoy my entire trip since I was busy with activities during the weekend. This can be and is expected from Spirit (going bankrupt) and Frontier (despite they're nickel and dimers). But from Delta's World Hub? That's totally unacceptable!

This flight was straightforward and without difficulty. Service was OK, but I continue to be underwhelmed by level of attention given to Sky Priority passengers.

It would’ve been nice for all that money to have a more substantial snack for free. I remember once upon a time getting a very nice turkey sandwich with Swiss cheese on whole wheat bread for no charge along with a drink. I guess those days are gone. it’s a little insulting being given a cookie or a bag of baked chips Going forward I’ll just bring my own.

Great. Seamless. Check in agent at kiosk international was amazing and extremely helpful.

Our flight from SFO to MSP was right on time on 11/15/2025. No delays. As we approached MSP at about 8 pm, we circled in the air until 8:40 pm so I don't call that efficient for MSP. I think the captain should announce the delay and why. (as if we all don't know that we are just circling around the area, slowing down, speeding up, slowing down.) Thank you. Marilyn Fischer

They brought an empty plane to the gate. Then a flight delay was announced for maintenance and waiting on a part. I was then put on a flight to San Francisco instead with a connecting flight to my final destination. Arrived at my final destination 2 hours late.

The only downside was my cell phone charger wouldn’t work in the charging port but everyone else’s would work in them all. My cell phone cable works fine in my hotel room in Frankfurt.

Flight and crew were great. United didn't inform crew of immigration process which was disappointing!

Flight team stood out for perzonal attention, kindness at bright cheery attitudes at 8am. Very helpful.

Seats had less pitch than a regional jet. Food was OK. Have to buy alcohol on US based carriers flying international. Boarding was a mess. Did not have bags but overhead space was gone quick. Would like to see the airlines enforce the one bag over and one bag under policy

Ot was overall fine. Left on time and had basic snacks. Weather was finicky but that’s not the airlines fault.

from SFO-> FRA flight, AVML meal was significantly less compared to regular meal, especially no Desert, no Bread, no sides.

Very nice flight love the small aircraft. We had a wonderful flight attendant. Nice to see someone that really enjoys her job. Don't have her name but had a southern accent.

This was an older airplane. The cabin was constantly warm to hot throughout the 10 hour flight and there were no vents to personalize air flow. Also since it was an older plane, the material and comfort of the chairs were very uncomfortable. I left my flight with major soreness on my tailbone.

Very thoughtful flight attendant offered me water immediately since I had run to make my connection.

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