Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Flights via Dallas (DFW) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,290.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Dallas (DFW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 3h 36m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Des Moines and Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Detroit (DTW) was the most common stop: 57% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Des Moines to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Flights connecting via Detroit (DTW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 08m.

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Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport were last updated today.

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As of August 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.

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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$1,199Qatar Airways

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1:58 pm - 9:45 pmDSM Des Moines-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

41h 47m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

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1:58 pm - 9:45 pmDSM Des Moines-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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3:25 pm - 1:30 pmDSM Des Moines-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

32h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

7:05 pm - 11:09 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DSM Des Moines

42h 04m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

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7:12 am - 2:40 pmDSM Des Moines-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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11:35 pm - 12:14 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DSM Des Moines

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1:58 pm - 2:40 pmDSM Des Moines-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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6:10 pm - 12:14 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DSM Des Moines

44h 04m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,417Qatar Airways

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7:00 am - 7:50 pmDSM Des Moines-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 50m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl

10:00 am - 4:55 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DSM Des Moines

19h 55m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,484Delta

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

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

$1,484Delta

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6:20 am - 3:25 pmDSM Des Moines-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

19h 05m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5:35 pm - 10:20 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-DSM Des Moines

30h 45m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul

$1,484Delta

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Sep 17

DSM7:05 amDes Moines

49h 45m

2 stops

PVG9:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Oct 31

PVG11:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

38h 39m

2 stops

DSM1:14 amDes Moines

$1,190

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Nov 5

DSM9:27 amDes Moines

46h 18m

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PVG9:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

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44h 04m

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DSM12:14 amDes Moines

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Nov 5

DSM1:58 pmDes Moines

41h 47m

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PVG9:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

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44h 04m

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DSM12:14 amDes Moines

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Sep 17

DSM6:30 amDes Moines

19h 50m

1 stop

PVG3:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Oct 31

PVG6:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

17h 17m

1 stop

DSM11:07 pmDes Moines

$1,468

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Nov 5

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

20h 50m

1 stop

PVG4:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

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PVG6:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

18h 15m

1 stop

DSM11:05 pmDes Moines

$1,480

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Dec 22

DSM8:05 pmDes Moines

30h 45m

2 stops

PVG4:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

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PVG6:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

18h 19m

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1:58 pm-9:45 pm

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2 stops38h 39m

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7:00 am-7:50 pm

2 stops23h 50m

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Sat 10/31

10:00 am-4:55 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$1,484

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DSM Des Moines - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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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

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DSM Des Moines - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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Fri 1/8

6:20 am-3:25 pm

1 stop19h 05m

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2 stops30h 45m

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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 32h 05m, 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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As of August 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.
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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