How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in China, such as Beijing or Shanghai, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 22h 54m and 23h, respectively.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to Des Moines Airport?

Prices for flights from China to Des Moines Airport refresh daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from China to Des Moines Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from China to Des Moines Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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5:30 pm - 8:49 pm

PVG

DSM

17h 19m1 stop

4:25 pm - 3:50 pm

DSM

PVG

34h 25m2 stops

$981Delta

Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Mar 10

5:30 pm - 4:27 pm

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DSM

36h 57m2 stops

12:04 pm - 3:20 pm

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37h 16m2 stops

$982Delta

Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Mar 4

5:30 pm - 8:54 pm

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17h 24m1 stop

6:19 am - 3:20 pm

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$990Delta

Mon, Feb 9 - Fri, Mar 6

5:30 pm - 11:01 am

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31h 31m2 stops

5:20 pm - 3:20 pm

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33h 00m2 stops

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6:00 pm - 9:22 pm

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41h 22m2 stops

6:19 am - 3:20 pm

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19h 01m1 stop

$1,000Delta

Tue, Feb 10 - Thu, Mar 5

5:30 pm - 10:41 am

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31h 11m2 stops

1:02 pm - 3:20 pm

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36h 18m2 stops

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5:30 pm - 4:57 pm

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37h 27m1 stop

6:15 am - 3:20 pm

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35h 47m2 stops

1:40 pm - 2:25 pm

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35h 45m2 stops

$1,637Qatar Airways

Thu, Mar 19 - Tue, Mar 24

1:50 pm - 11:44 pm

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47h 54m2 stops

8:00 am - 6:20 pm

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44h 20m2 stops

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1:50 pm - 11:44 pm

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47h 54m2 stops

1:35 pm - 6:20 pm

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38h 45m2 stops

$5,542Air Canada

Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

Delta flights from China to Des Moines

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Feb 17

PVG5:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

36h 57m

2 stops

DSM4:27 pmDes Moines

Mar 10

DSM4:25 pmDes Moines

34h 25m

2 stops

PVG3:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

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Feb 11

PVG5:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

36h 57m

2 stops

DSM4:27 pmDes Moines

Mar 4

DSM12:04 pmDes Moines

37h 16m

2 stops

PVG3:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

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Feb 9

PVG5:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

17h 24m

1 stop

DSM8:54 pmDes Moines

Mar 6

DSM6:19 amDes Moines

19h 01m

1 stop

PVG3:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

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Feb 21

PVG6:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

38h 42m

2 stops

DSM6:52 pmDes Moines

Mar 9

DSM1:40 pmDes Moines

36h 00m

2 stops

PVG2:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,278

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Feb 9

PVG11:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

35h 29m

2 stops

DSM9:04 pmDes Moines

Mar 5

DSM10:09 amDes Moines

38h 31m

2 stops

PVG2:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,330

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Mar 19

CAN12:55 amGuangzhou Baiyun

35h 47m

2 stops

DSM11:42 pmDes Moines

Mar 24

DSM1:40 pmDes Moines

35h 45m

2 stops

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$1,637

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PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/17

5:30 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop17h 19m

Des Moines

Tue 3/10

4:25 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops34h 25m

$981

ShanghaiDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/11

5:30 pm-4:27 pm

2 stops36h 57m

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

12:04 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops37h 16m

$982

ShanghaiDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/9

5:30 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop17h 24m

Des Moines

Fri 3/6

6:19 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 01m

$990

ShanghaiDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/15

5:30 pm-11:01 am

2 stops31h 31m

Des Moines

Wed 3/11

5:20 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops33h 00m

$994

ShanghaiDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/10

6:00 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops41h 22m

Des Moines

Thu 3/5

6:19 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 01m

$1,000

ShanghaiDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/9

5:30 pm-10:41 am

2 stops31h 11m

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

1:02 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops36h 18m

$1,001

ShanghaiDes Moines

PVG - DSM

PVGDSM

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/15

5:30 pm-4:57 pm

1 stop37h 27m

Des Moines

Tue 3/10

6:15 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$1,002

GuangzhouDes Moines

CAN - DSM

CANDSM

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 3/19

12:55 am-11:42 pm

2 stops35h 47m

Des Moines

Tue 3/24

1:40 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$1,637

BeijingDes Moines

PEK - DSM

PEKDSM

Beijing Capital

Wed 2/4

1:50 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops47h 54m

Des Moines

Sun 2/8

8:00 am-6:20 pm

2 stops44h 20m

$5,534

BeijingDes Moines

PEK - DSM

PEKDSM

Beijing Capital

Wed 2/4

1:50 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops47h 54m

Des Moines

Sun 2/8

1:35 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops38h 45m

$5,542

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from China to Des Moines Airport refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from China to Des Moines Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from China to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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