How long does it take to fly to Beijing?

Flight times from Iowa to Beijing vary, but if you’re flying out of Des Moines and flying into Beijing Capital Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 31h 41m on average. Another popular route from Iowa to Beijing is flying from Cedar Rapids to Beijing Capital Airport, which will take roughly 41h 50m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Japan Airlines, Air France, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Beijing

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

Prices for flights from Iowa to Beijing refresh daily.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Iowa to Beijing.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Beijing may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Beijing. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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10:00 am - 10:45 amDSM-PEK

34h 45m2 stops

4:45 pm - 6:02 pmPEK-DSM

38h 17m2 stops

$1,110Multiple Airlines

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Sat, Mar 7 - Sun, Mar 15

8:00 am - 12:15 pmOMA-PEK

38h 15m2 stops

3:15 pm - 5:28 pmPEK-OMA

40h 13m2 stops

$1,278ANA

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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9

8:02 am - 8:35 pmDSM-PEK

46h 33m2 stops

3:15 pm - 10:30 amPEK-DSM

33h 15m2 stops

$1,377ANA

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Wed, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 23

10:56 am - 9:55 amOMA-PEK

32h 59m2 stops

12:05 am - 8:59 pmPEK-OMA

34h 54m2 stops

$1,453KLM

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Tue, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 8

11:28 am - 5:35 pmDSM-PEK

40h 07m2 stops

12:05 am - 9:15 pmPEK-DSM

35h 10m2 stops

$1,507Air France

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Wed, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 22

3:30 pm - 10:20 pmCID-PEK

41h 50m2 stops

7:25 am - 9:14 pmPEK-CID

50h 49m2 stops

$1,636Emirates

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Tue, May 5 - Thu, May 14

3:15 pm - 10:20 pmOMA-PEK

42h 05m2 stops

12:40 am - 10:10 pmPEK-OMA

34h 30m2 stops

$1,850Emirates

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Sun, Apr 12 - Wed, Apr 15

1:40 pm - 6:35 amOMA-PEK

26h 55m2 stops

7:20 pm - 10:20 pmPEK-OMA

17h 00m1 stop

$1,986United Airlines

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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9

5:35 am - 9:55 amDSM-PEK

38h 20m2 stops

12:05 am - 10:33 pmPEK-DSM

36h 28m2 stops

$2,014KLM

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Wed, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 22

7:34 am - 5:25 pmOMA-PEK

19h 51m1 stop

7:20 pm - 9:45 pmPEK-OMA

16h 25m1 stop

$2,142United Airlines

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Tue, Nov 18 - Tue, Nov 25

Air France flights from Iowa to Beijing

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Air France

Nov 19

DSM11:28 amDes Moines

40h 07m

2 stops

PEK5:35 pmBeijing Capital

Nov 22

PEK12:05 amBeijing Capital

35h 10m

2 stops

DSM9:15 pmDes Moines

$1,507

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Air France

Nov 13

CID12:29 pmCedar Rapids

39h 06m

2 stops

PEK5:35 pmBeijing Capital

Nov 16

PEK12:05 amBeijing Capital

36h 33m

2 stops

CID10:38 pmCedar Rapids

$1,796

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Lufthansa

Dec 16

DSM11:35 amDes Moines

27h 55m

2 stops

PEK5:30 amBeijing Capital

Jan 19

PEK9:55 amBeijing Capital

49h 55m

2 stops

DSM9:50 pmDes Moines

$2,360

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Lufthansa

Dec 16

DSM11:35 amDes Moines

27h 55m

2 stops

PEK5:30 amBeijing Capital

Jan 18

PEK3:00 amBeijing Capital

52h 47m

2 stops

DSM5:47 pmDes Moines

$2,683

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Lufthansa

Dec 20

DSM6:46 pmDes Moines

51h 39m

2 stops

PEK12:25 pmBeijing Capital

Dec 26

PEK3:00 amBeijing Capital

32h 40m

2 stops

DSM9:40 pmDes Moines

$3,677

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Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Sat 3/7

10:00 am-10:45 am

2 stops34h 45m

Beijing Capital

Sun 3/15

4:45 pm-6:02 pm

2 stops38h 17m

$1,110

OmahaBeijing

OMA - PEK

OMAPEK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 12/2

8:00 am-12:15 pm

2 stops38h 15m

Beijing Capital

Tue 12/9

3:15 pm-5:28 pm

2 stops40h 13m

$1,278

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Wed 11/19

8:02 am-8:35 pm

2 stops46h 33m

Beijing Capital

Sun 11/23

3:15 pm-10:30 am

2 stops33h 15m

$1,377

OmahaBeijing

OMA - PEK

OMAPEK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 12/2

10:56 am-9:55 am

2 stops32h 59m

Beijing Capital

Mon 12/8

12:05 am-8:59 pm

2 stops34h 54m

$1,453

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Wed 11/19

11:28 am-5:35 pm

2 stops40h 07m

Beijing Capital

Sat 11/22

12:05 am-9:15 pm

2 stops35h 10m

$1,507

Cedar RapidsBeijing

CID - PEK

CIDPEK

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/5

3:30 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops41h 50m

Beijing Capital

Thu 5/14

7:25 am-9:14 pm

2 stops50h 49m

$1,636

OmahaBeijing

OMA - PEK

OMAPEK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 4/12

3:15 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops42h 05m

Beijing Capital

Wed 4/15

12:40 am-10:10 pm

2 stops34h 30m

$1,850

OmahaBeijing

OMA - PEK

OMAPEK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 12/2

1:40 pm-6:35 am

2 stops26h 55m

Beijing Capital

Tue 12/9

7:20 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$1,986

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Wed 11/19

5:35 am-9:55 am

2 stops38h 20m

Beijing Capital

Sat 11/22

12:05 am-10:33 pm

2 stops36h 28m

$2,014

OmahaBeijing

OMA - PEK

OMAPEK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 11/18

7:34 am-5:25 pm

1 stop19h 51m

Beijing Capital

Tue 11/25

7:20 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$2,142

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Beijing?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Beijing from Iowa is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $1,776. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $2,772. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Beijing.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Beijing?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Iowa to Beijing when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,775. Flying to Beijing in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $2,721.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Beijing?
Prices for flights from Iowa to Beijing refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Beijing?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Iowa to Beijing.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Beijing?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Beijing may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Beijing. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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