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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Shanghai from $1,060

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3:49 pm - 12:30 pmDSM-PVG
30h 41m2 stops
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8:30 am - 5:57 pmPVG-DSM
23h 27m2 stops
$1,060Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Nov 16 - Thu, Dec 4
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6:17 am - 3:20 pmDSM-PVG
19h 03m1 stop
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5:30 pm - 8:47 pmPVG-DSM
17h 17m1 stop
$1,192Delta
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Wed, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 23
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11:00 am - 3:50 pmDSM-PVG
38h 50m2 stops
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5:30 pm - 8:47 pmPVG-DSM
17h 17m1 stop
$1,196Delta
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Wed, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 23
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12:30 pm - 3:20 pmDSM-PVG
36h 50m1 stop
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5:30 pm - 8:47 pmPVG-DSM
17h 17m1 stop
$1,197Delta
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Sat, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 11
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12:30 pm - 3:20 pmDSM-PVG
36h 50m1 stop
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5:30 pm - 8:46 pmPVG-DSM
17h 16m1 stop
$1,198Delta
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Sat, Nov 15 - Sun, Dec 7
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12:30 pm - 9:25 amDSM-PVG
30h 55m2 stops
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10:15 pm - 5:47 pmPVG-DSM
33h 32m2 stops
$1,449Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Nov 15 - Thu, Dec 4
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1:05 pm - 6:10 amDSM-PVG
27h 05m2 stops
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11:10 am - 9:37 pmPVG-DSM
48h 27m2 stops
$1,692Lufthansa
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Sat, Nov 15 - Mon, Dec 1
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1:05 pm - 6:10 amDSM-PVG
27h 05m2 stops
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12:10 am - 9:37 pmPVG-DSM
35h 27m2 stops
$1,746Lufthansa
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Sat, Nov 15 - Sat, Dec 6
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11:23 am - 9:25 amDSM-PVG
32h 02m2 stops
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11:25 am - 10:28 pmPVG-DSM
49h 03m2 stops
$1,792KLM
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Thu, Dec 4 - Tue, Jan 6
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1:05 pm - 1:15 amDSM-PVG
22h 10m2 stops
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2:35 am - 10:30 amPVG-DSM
21h 55m2 stops
$1,894ANA
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Wed, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 22

Delta flights from Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flight tickets
Delta
Nov 19
DSM6:17 amDes Moines
19h 03m
1 stop
PVG3:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 23
PVG5:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong
17h 17m
1 stop
DSM8:47 pmDes Moines
$1,192
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Delta
Nov 19
DSM11:00 amDes Moines
38h 50m
2 stops
PVG3:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 23
PVG5:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong
17h 17m
1 stop
DSM8:47 pmDes Moines
$1,196
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Delta
Nov 8
DSM12:30 pmDes Moines
36h 50m
1 stop
PVG3:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 11
PVG5:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong
17h 17m
1 stop
DSM8:47 pmDes Moines
$1,197
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Lufthansa flights from Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

Our best Lufthansa deals on Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flight tickets
Lufthansa
Nov 15
DSM1:05 pmDes Moines
27h 05m
2 stops
PVG6:10 amShanghai Pu Dong
Dec 1
PVG11:10 amShanghai Pu Dong
48h 27m
2 stops
DSM9:37 pmDes Moines
$1,692
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Lufthansa
Nov 15
DSM1:05 pmDes Moines
27h 05m
2 stops
PVG6:10 amShanghai Pu Dong
Dec 6
PVG12:10 amShanghai Pu Dong
35h 27m
2 stops
DSM9:37 pmDes Moines
$1,746
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Lufthansa
Dec 3
DSM6:50 pmDes Moines
32h 00m
2 stops
PVG4:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Jan 7
PVG12:10 amShanghai Pu Dong
35h 40m
2 stops
DSM9:50 pmDes Moines
$1,838
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated October 28, 2025.
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Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Sun 11/16

3:49 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops30h 41m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/4

8:30 am-5:57 pm

2 stops23h 27m

$1,060

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 11/19

6:17 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 03m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/23

5:30 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop17h 17m

$1,192

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 11/19

11:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops38h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/23

5:30 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop17h 17m

$1,196

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Sat 11/8

12:30 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop36h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/11

5:30 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop17h 17m

$1,197

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

12:30 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop36h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/7

5:30 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop17h 16m

$1,198

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

12:30 pm-9:25 am

2 stops30h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/4

10:15 pm-5:47 pm

2 stops33h 32m

$1,449

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

1:05 pm-6:10 am

2 stops27h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/1

11:10 am-9:37 pm

2 stops48h 27m

$1,692

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

1:05 pm-6:10 am

2 stops27h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/6

12:10 am-9:37 pm

2 stops35h 27m

$1,746

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

11:23 am-9:25 am

2 stops32h 02m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/6

11:25 am-10:28 pm

2 stops49h 03m

$1,792

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 11/19

1:05 pm-1:15 am

2 stops22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/22

2:35 am-10:30 am

2 stops21h 55m

$1,894

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Des Moines and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport from Des Moines is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $1,579. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,004. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport is in the morning. Flights from Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport during this time can be as low as $1,751. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,792. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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  • How far is Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong is 6923.3 mi. Flights usually cover this in 19h 03m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong 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 Des Moines Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

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

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Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

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DeltaPriceFrom $1,161Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,994 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,289Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,001 reviews
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