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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Shanghai from $1,174

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6:00 am - 1:45 pmDSM-PVG
18h 45m1 stop
Delta Logo
3:45 pm - 8:30 pmPVG-DSM
17h 45m1 stop
$1,174Delta
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Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 23
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:25 pmDSM-PVG
22h 25m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 8:29 pmPVG-DSM
21h 19m2 stops
$1,178United Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 23
ANA Logo
8:00 am - 12:35 amDSM-PVG
27h 35m2 stops
ANA Logo
1:35 am - 9:45 pmPVG-DSM
33h 10m2 stops
$1,352ANA
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Tue, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 22
Japan Airlines Logo
12:38 pm - 12:20 pmDSM-PVG
57h 42m2 stops
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2:00 pm - 9:57 pmPVG-DSM
45h 57m2 stops
$1,455Japan Airlines
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Sun, Dec 21 - Sat, Jan 17
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 4:25 pmDSM-PVG
21h 25m1 stop
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6:10 pm - 12:36 pmPVG-DSM
32h 26m2 stops
$1,495American Airlines
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Wed, Dec 17 - Sat, Jan 17
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:45 pmDSM-PVG
18h 45m1 stop
Delta Logo
3:45 pm - 8:35 pmPVG-DSM
17h 50m1 stop
$1,516Delta
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Fri, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 7
American Airlines Logo
5:04 am - 2:50 pmDSM-PVG
20h 46m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 3:03 pmPVG-DSM
35h 03m1 stop
$1,523American Airlines
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Thu, Oct 9 - Thu, Oct 16
Japan Airlines Logo
5:51 am - 12:20 pmDSM-PVG
40h 29m2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
6:40 pm - 9:57 pmPVG-DSM
41h 17m2 stops
$1,533Japan Airlines
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Wed, Dec 17 - Sat, Jan 17
ANA Logo
3:25 pm - 12:35 amDSM-PVG
20h 10m2 stops
ANA Logo
1:35 am - 12:19 pmPVG-DSM
23h 44m2 stops
$1,636ANA
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Thu, Oct 9 - Wed, Oct 15
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 5:45 pmDSM-PVG
44h 45m3 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 8:18 pmPVG-DSM
37h 08m2 stops
$1,850United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 12

KLM flights from Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

Our best KLM deals on Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport flight tickets
KLM
Oct 3
DSM6:30 pmDes Moines
25h 55m
2 stops
PVG9:25 amShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 7
PVG9:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong
36h 05m
2 stops
DSM8:35 pmDes Moines
$1,535
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KLM
Oct 3
DSM6:30 pmDes Moines
25h 55m
2 stops
PVG9:25 amShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 7
PVG9:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong
32h 21m
2 stops
DSM4:51 pmDes Moines
$1,536
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Japan Airlines flights from Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

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Japan Airlines
Dec 21
DSM12:38 pmDes Moines
57h 42m
2 stops
PVG12:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Jan 17
PVG2:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
45h 57m
2 stops
DSM9:57 pmDes Moines
$1,455
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Japan Airlines
Dec 17
DSM5:51 amDes Moines
40h 29m
2 stops
PVG12:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Jan 17
PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong
41h 17m
2 stops
DSM9:57 pmDes Moines
$1,533
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Japan Airlines
Oct 8
DSM9:00 amDes Moines
40h 00m
2 stops
PVG2:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 12
PVG4:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
34h 13m
2 stops
DSM1:18 pmDes Moines
$1,563
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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 August 27, 2025.
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Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Tue 9/16

6:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/23

3:45 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$1,174

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Tue 9/16

6:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops22h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/23

12:10 pm-8:29 pm

2 stops21h 19m

$1,178

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Tue 9/16

8:00 am-12:35 am

2 stops27h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/22

1:35 am-9:45 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,352

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Sun 12/21

12:38 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops57h 42m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/17

2:00 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops45h 57m

$1,455

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 12/17

5:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/17

6:10 pm-12:36 pm

2 stops32h 26m

$1,495

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Fri 10/3

6:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/7

3:45 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$1,516

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Thu 10/9

5:04 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 46m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/16

5:00 pm-3:03 pm

1 stop35h 03m

$1,523

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 12/17

5:51 am-12:20 pm

2 stops40h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/17

6:40 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops41h 17m

$1,533

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Thu 10/9

3:25 pm-12:35 am

2 stops20h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/15

1:35 am-12:19 pm

2 stops23h 44m

$1,636

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

8:00 am-5:45 pm

3 stops44h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/12

8:10 pm-8:18 pm

2 stops37h 08m

$1,850

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

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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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Cheap Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (DSM to PVG) flight deals and tips

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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 18h 40m, 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.

  • What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $994Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,289Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,945 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,416Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,977 reviews
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