What is the cheapest airline that flies from China to Iowa?

American Airlines, Japan Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from China to Iowa

How long is the flight from China to Iowa?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in China you fly out of and what airport in Iowa you fly into. For example, flying from Shanghai to Des Moines takes 17h 45m on average. On the other hand, flying from Beijing to Des Moines takes 24h 05m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to Iowa?

Prices for flights from China to Iowa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How old do you have to be to fly from China to Iowa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from China to Iowa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Iowa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Iowa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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12:10 pm - 9:12 pmPVG-MLI

22h 02m2 stops

10:45 am - 5:25 pmMLI-PVG

41h 40m2 stops

$1,134United Airlines

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Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 8

5:00 pm - 9:32 pmPVG-MLI

17h 32m1 stop

6:30 am - 2:50 pmMLI-PVG

19h 20m1 stop

$1,222American Airlines

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Thu, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 9

5:00 pm - 10:50 amPVG-MLI

30h 50m2 stops

6:30 am - 2:50 pmMLI-PVG

19h 20m1 stop

$1,227American Airlines

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Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 8

12:35 am - 8:24 pmPVG-MLI

32h 49m2 stops

10:50 am - 4:20 pmMLI-PVG

40h 30m2 stops

$1,520Qatar Airways

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Wed, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 8

12:35 am - 8:24 pmPVG-MLI

32h 49m2 stops

11:20 am - 4:20 pmMLI-PVG

40h 00m2 stops

$1,567Qatar Airways

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Wed, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 9

1:35 pm - 9:48 pmSHA-OMA

45h 13m2 stops

8:00 am - 12:15 pmOMA-SHA

39h 15m2 stops

$1,617ANA

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Thu, Oct 2 - Thu, Oct 9

12:35 am - 10:50 amPVG-MLI

47h 15m2 stops

11:20 am - 4:20 pmMLI-PVG

40h 00m2 stops

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7:35 pm - 8:24 pmPVG-MLI

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40h 30m2 stops

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40h 00m2 stops

$1,729

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Thu, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 9

6:25 pm - 10:48 pmSHA-MLI

41h 23m2 stops

6:00 am - 5:05 pmMLI-SHA

46h 05m2 stops

$1,872

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American Airlines flights from China to Iowa

Our best American Airlines deals on China to Iowa flight tickets

American Airlines

Sep 4

PVG5:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

17h 32m

1 stop

MLI9:32 pmMoline Quad-City

Sep 9

MLI6:30 amMoline Quad-City

19h 20m

1 stop

PVG2:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,222

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American Airlines

Sep 4

PVG5:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

30h 50m

2 stops

MLI10:50 amMoline Quad-City

Sep 8

MLI6:30 amMoline Quad-City

19h 20m

1 stop

PVG2:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,227

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Qatar Airways flights from China to Iowa

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Qatar Airways

Sep 3

PVG12:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

32h 49m

2 stops

MLI8:24 pmMoline Quad-City

Sep 8

MLI10:50 amMoline Quad-City

40h 30m

2 stops

PVG4:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,520

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Qatar Airways

Sep 3

PVG12:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

32h 49m

2 stops

MLI8:24 pmMoline Quad-City

Sep 9

MLI11:20 amMoline Quad-City

40h 00m

2 stops

PVG4:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,567

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PVG - MLI

PVGMLI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/4

12:10 pm-9:12 pm

2 stops22h 02m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 9/8

10:45 am-5:25 pm

2 stops41h 40m

$1,134

ShanghaiMoline

PVG - MLI

PVGMLI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/4

5:00 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop17h 32m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 9/9

6:30 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$1,222

ShanghaiMoline

PVG - MLI

PVGMLI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/4

5:00 pm-10:50 am

2 stops30h 50m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 9/8

6:30 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$1,227

ShanghaiMoline

PVG - MLI

PVGMLI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/3

12:35 am-8:24 pm

2 stops32h 49m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 9/8

10:50 am-4:20 pm

2 stops40h 30m

$1,520

ShanghaiMoline

PVG - MLI

PVGMLI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/3

12:35 am-8:24 pm

2 stops32h 49m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 9/9

11:20 am-4:20 pm

2 stops40h 00m

$1,567

ShanghaiOmaha

SHA - OMA

SHAOMA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/2

1:35 pm-9:48 pm

2 stops45h 13m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 10/9

8:00 am-12:15 pm

2 stops39h 15m

$1,617

ShanghaiMoline

PVG - MLI

PVGMLI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/3

12:35 am-10:50 am

2 stops47h 15m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 9/9

11:20 am-4:20 pm

2 stops40h 00m

$1,648

ShanghaiMoline

PVG - MLI

PVGMLI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/4

7:35 pm-8:24 pm

3 stops37h 49m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 9/8

10:50 am-4:20 pm

2 stops40h 30m

$1,656

ShanghaiMoline

PVG - MLI

PVGMLI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/4

7:35 pm-8:24 pm

3 stops37h 49m

Moline Quad-City

Tue 9/9

11:20 am-4:20 pm

2 stops40h 00m

$1,729

ShanghaiMoline

SHA - MLI

SHAMLI

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/4

6:25 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops41h 23m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 9/8

6:00 am-5:05 pm

2 stops46h 05m

$1,872

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Best Price Found	$590
Fastest flight time	17h 32m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Iowa	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Iowa from China in the past 72 hours is $590. The best round-trip flight deal from China to Iowa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,134.

The fastest flight from China to Iowa takes 17h 32m

There are no direct flights from China to Iowa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Shanghai Pu Dong Airport - Des Moines Airport, Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport - Des Moines Airport and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport - Moline Quad-City Airport.

There are 3 airports near Iowa: Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA), Moline Quad-City (MLI), Des Moines (DSM)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to Iowa?
Prices for flights from China to Iowa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from China to Iowa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from China to Iowa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Iowa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Iowa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from China to Iowa?

Finding the right flight to Iowa from China is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Iowa quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from China to Iowa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Iowa from China on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights from China to Iowa?

Once all potential China to Iowa flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight from China to Iowa right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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