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Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Shanghai from $625

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/15. 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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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 23, 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,258

One-way from

$888
From Des Moines to Shanghai
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Shanghai?

Travelers have found that booking a Friday departure is the best way to save up to 11% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Shanghai (DSM - SHA)?

When flying from Des Moines to Shanghai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 4% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap Japan Airlines flights from Des Moines to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Japan Airlines for the route between Des Moines and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 23, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Japan Airlines flights we've found from Des Moines to Shanghai. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Mon 6/175:00 amDSM - SHA
2 stops41h 25mJapan Airlines
Thu 7/1112:50 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops46h 03mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/21$2,784
Sat 7/65:00 amDSM - SHA
2 stops41h 25mJapan Airlines
Sat 7/1312:50 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops41h 51mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/21$2,994
Fri 6/145:00 amDSM - SHA
2 stops41h 25mJapan Airlines
Thu 7/1112:50 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops46h 03mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/21$4,190

Cheap ANA flights from Des Moines to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by ANA for the route between Des Moines and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 23, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on ANA flights from Des Moines to Shanghai. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Thu 9/263:28 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops20h 07mANA
Thu 10/178:25 amPVG - DSM
2 stops26h 22mANA
Deal found 5/22$1,582
Thu 9/263:28 pmDSM - SHA
2 stops31h 47mANA
Thu 10/171:35 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops37h 51mANA
Deal found 5/22$1,623

Cheap Des Moines to Shanghai flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Shanghai specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Prices were last updated on May 23, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Des Moines to Shanghai in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 6/145:54 amDSM - PVG
2 stops45h 36mQatar Airways
Wed 7/1012:35 amPVG - DSM
2 stops34h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/21$2,291
Tue 6/183:49 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops34h 01mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/115:00 pmPVG - DSM
2 stops35h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/21$2,321
Tue 6/183:49 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops34h 01mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/115:00 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop19h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/21$2,322
Mon 6/178:30 amDSM - PVG
2 stops39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/111:05 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop43h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$2,341
Fri 6/146:13 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops48h 42mBritish Airways
Thu 7/1111:00 amPVG - DSM
2 stops43h 41mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/21$2,371
Fri 6/148:30 amDSM - PVG
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/111:05 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop43h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$2,434
Mon 6/178:30 amDSM - PVG
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/1012:35 amPVG - DSM
2 stops35h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$2,638
Fri 6/145:00 amDSM - PVG
1 stop20h 50mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/115:00 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop19h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/21$2,664
Tue 6/187:31 pmDSM - PVG
1 stop30h 19mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/115:00 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop19h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/21$2,674

Des Moines to Shanghai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Shanghai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 23, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Des Moines to Shanghai in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 9/269:53 amDSM - PVG
2 stops41h 37mQatar Airways
Wed 10/1612:35 amPVG - DSM
2 stops33h 59mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/22$1,521
Thu 9/263:28 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops20h 07mANA
Thu 10/178:25 amPVG - DSM
2 stops26h 22mANA
Deal found 5/22$1,582
Thu 9/263:28 pmDSM - SHA
2 stops31h 47mANA
Thu 10/171:35 pmSHA - DSM
2 stops37h 51mANA
Deal found 5/22$1,623
Thu 9/265:45 amDSM - PVG
1 stop20h 05mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/175:00 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop18h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,627
Thu 9/264:20 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops33h 30mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/175:00 pmPVG - DSM
1 stop18h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/22$1,630
Mon 7/1512:32 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops38h 58mQatar Airways
Fri 7/2612:35 amPVG - DSM
2 stops34h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/23$1,827
Sun 7/1412:32 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops38h 58mQatar Airways
Fri 7/2612:35 amPVG - DSM
2 stops34h 17mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/23$2,156
Sun 7/712:32 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops38h 58mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/912:35 amPVG - DSM
2 stops45h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$2,181
Mon 7/88:43 pmDSM - PVG
1 stop31h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/141:05 amPVG - DSM
2 stops31h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$2,196

One-way flights to Shanghai from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 23, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Des Moines to Shanghai. Those seeking round-trip flights from Des Moines to Shanghai should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Mon 7/158:43 pmDSM - PVG
3 stops52h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$625
Mon 7/158:43 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops43h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$638
Fri 7/128:43 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops43h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$692
Mon 7/88:43 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops43h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$701
Fri 7/58:43 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops47h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$792
Wed 7/1712:32 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops38h 58mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/21$888
Sun 7/1412:32 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops38h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$901
Sat 7/136:26 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops31h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/21$949
Sat 7/66:21 pmDSM - PVG
2 stops30h 24mDelta
Deal found 5/21$950

Find flights from Des Moines to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines 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 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 23, 2024.

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$1,521 - $2,784

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesShanghai Pu Dong

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Thu 9/26

2 stops41h 37m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/16

2 stops33h 59m

$1,521

Des MoinesShanghai Pu Dong

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Thu 9/26

2 stops20h 07m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/17

2 stops26h 22m

$1,582

Des MoinesShanghai Hongqiao Intl

DSM - SHA

DSMSHA

Des Moines

Thu 9/26

2 stops31h 47m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/17

2 stops37h 51m

$1,623

Des MoinesShanghai Pu Dong

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Thu 9/26

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/17

1 stop18h 34m

$1,627

Des MoinesShanghai Pu Dong

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Sun 7/7

2 stops38h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 7/9

2 stops45h 58m

$2,181

Des MoinesShanghai Pu Dong

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Fri 7/5

1 stop18h 13m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/11

1 stop17h 45m

$2,251

Des MoinesShanghai Pu Dong

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Fri 7/5

2 stops30h 23m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/11

2 stops43h 41m

$2,290

Des MoinesShanghai Pu Dong

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 7/3

2 stops20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/11

2 stops41h 24m

$2,378

Des MoinesShanghai Hongqiao Intl

DSM - SHA

DSMSHA

Des Moines

Mon 6/17

2 stops41h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 7/11

2 stops46h 03m

$2,784

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Deals found on 5/22

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on May 19, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SHA

Temperature

39.2 - 82.4 °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 May 23, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Japan Airlines, ANA and Delta from Des Moines to Shanghai. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.5
Very good
917 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

ANA
8.5
Very good
917 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
917 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,473 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
917 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,561 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
917 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Cathay Pacific
7.8
Good
1,068 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
917 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,365 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
917 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Shanghai?

    For a flight from Des Moines to Shanghai, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day. 4 airlines have flights to Shanghai from Des Moines on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Shanghai for under $1,600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Shanghai for under $1,600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just $1,521, but on average you can expect to pay $2,081.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Shanghai round-trip?

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $1,521. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by ANA and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,582 and $1,627, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Shanghai one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Shanghai are Qatar Airways ($888), American Airlines ($949), and Delta ($950).

  • What does DSM to SHA mean?

    Great question - DSM to SHA just means Des Moines Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Nantong Airport (NTG), Suzhou Airport (SZV) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Shanghai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Shanghai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to Shanghai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Shanghai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Shanghai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Shanghai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Shanghai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Shanghai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Shanghai flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Shanghai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/23.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Shanghai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Shanghai (average of $1,220). Flying from Des Moines to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,999). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Shanghai

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines 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 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 23, 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,566Average$2,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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