What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to China?

American Airlines, Japan Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to China

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Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to China were last updated today.

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There is 1 operator available for flights from Des Moines Airport to China as of August 2026.

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

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 Des Moines Airport to China.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to China 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 China. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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7:30 pm - 8:55 amDSM Des Moines-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

24h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

10:20 pm - 12:14 amCAN Guangzhou Baiyun-DSM Des Moines

38h 54m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,090Cathay Pacific

Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 18

3:31 pm - 1:55 pmDSM Des Moines-PEK Beijing Capital

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$1,090Cathay Pacific

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4:14 pm - 12:25 pmDSM Des Moines-PEK Beijing Capital

31h 11m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Hong Kong Intl

7:25 am - 6:56 pmPEK Beijing Capital-DSM Des Moines

24h 31m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,090Cathay Pacific

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10:30 am - 1:25 amDSM Des Moines-PEK Beijing Capital

25h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

7:40 pm - 6:56 pmPEK Beijing Capital-DSM Des Moines

36h 16m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,091Cathay Pacific

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 20

9:51 am - 8:55 amDSM Des Moines-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

34h 04m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Hong Kong Intl

10:10 am - 11:12 pmCAN Guangzhou Baiyun-DSM Des Moines

26h 02m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,094Multiple Airlines

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6:22 pm - 12:25 pmDSM Des Moines-PEK Beijing Capital

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24h 01m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,094Multiple Airlines

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4:14 pm - 8:55 amDSM Des Moines-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

27h 41m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Hong Kong Intl

5:00 am - 11:12 pmCAN Guangzhou Baiyun-DSM Des Moines

31h 12m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,095Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28

6:07 pm - 3:25 pmDSM Des Moines-PEK Beijing Capital

32h 18m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

7:25 am - 11:12 pmPEK Beijing Capital-DSM Des Moines

28h 47m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,095Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

6:00 am - 3:25 pmDSM Des Moines-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 25m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5:35 pm - 2:03 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DSM Des Moines

34h 28m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul

$1,484Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 15

6:00 am - 3:25 pmDSM Des Moines-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 25m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5:35 pm - 2:03 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DSM Des Moines

34h 28m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul

$1,534Delta

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ANA flights from Des Moines to China

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ANA

Sep 15

DSM8:00 amDes Moines

39h 15m

2 stops

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 22

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 41m

2 stops

DSM12:16 pmDes Moines

$1,173

ANA

Sep 16

DSM3:22 pmDes Moines

31h 53m

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SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 23

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 59m

2 stops

DSM12:34 pmDes Moines

$1,243

ANA

Sep 16

DSM3:22 pmDes Moines

31h 53m

2 stops

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 23

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 59m

2 stops

DSM12:34 pmDes Moines

$1,273

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Qatar Airways

Nov 5

DSM7:26 pmDes Moines

53h 14m

2 stops

PVG2:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 15

PVG11:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

38h 39m

2 stops

DSM12:14 amDes Moines

$1,196

Qatar Airways

Nov 5

DSM9:27 amDes Moines

46h 18m

2 stops

PVG9:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 15

PVG6:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

44h 04m

2 stops

DSM12:14 amDes Moines

$1,198

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Nov 5

DSM1:58 pmDes Moines

41h 47m

2 stops

PVG9:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 15

PVG6:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

44h 04m

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DSM12:14 amDes Moines

$1,203

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DSM Des Moines - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

DSMCAN

Des Moines

Thu 10/8

7:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops24h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 10/18

10:20 pm-12:14 am

2 stops38h 54m

$1,090

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DSM Des Moines - PEK Beijing Capital

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Des Moines

Mon 11/2

3:31 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops32h 24m

Beijing Capital

Tue 11/10

7:30 am-12:18 am

2 stops30h 48m

$1,090

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM Des Moines - PEK Beijing Capital

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Des Moines

Thu 10/1

4:14 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops31h 11m

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7:25 am-6:56 pm

2 stops24h 31m

$1,090

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM Des Moines - PEK Beijing Capital

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Des Moines

Tue 9/29

10:30 am-1:25 am

2 stops25h 55m

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Tue 10/20

7:40 pm-6:56 pm

2 stops36h 16m

$1,091

Des MoinesGuangzhou

DSM Des Moines - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

DSMCAN

Des Moines

Thu 9/17

9:51 am-8:55 am

2 stops34h 04m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 9/24

10:10 am-11:12 pm

2 stops26h 02m

$1,094

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DSM Des Moines - PEK Beijing Capital

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Des Moines

Mon 9/14

6:22 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops29h 03m

Beijing Capital

Mon 9/21

7:25 am-6:26 pm

2 stops24h 01m

$1,094

Des MoinesGuangzhou

DSM Des Moines - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

DSMCAN

Des Moines

Mon 9/21

4:14 pm-8:55 am

2 stops27h 41m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 9/28

5:00 am-11:12 pm

2 stops31h 12m

$1,095

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM Des Moines - PEK Beijing Capital

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Wed 9/16

6:07 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops32h 18m

Beijing Capital

Wed 9/23

7:25 am-11:12 pm

2 stops28h 47m

$1,095

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM Des Moines - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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Des Moines

Thu 11/5

6:00 am-3:25 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/15

5:35 pm-2:03 pm

2 stops34h 28m

$1,484

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM Des Moines - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Thu 11/5

6:00 am-3:25 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/15

5:35 pm-2:03 pm

2 stops34h 28m

$1,534

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Des Moines to China

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to China?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to China were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to China?
There is 1 operator available for flights from Des Moines Airport to China as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to China?
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 Des Moines Airport to China.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to China 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 China. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to China

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Delta	PriceFrom $1,149	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,499 reviews		Search Delta flights

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