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 27h 55m on average. Another popular route from Iowa to Beijing is flying from Cedar Rapids to Beijing Capital Airport, which will take roughly 59h 46m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Air Canada is the most popular carrier 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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7:00 am - 12:55 am

DSM

PEK

27h 55m2 stops

3:25 am - 11:23 pm

PEK

DSM

33h 58m2 stops

$1,061Multiple Airlines

qui, jan 22 - qua, jan 28

7:00 am - 12:55 am

DSM

PEK

27h 55m2 stops

3:25 am - 9:04 pm

PEK

DSM

31h 39m2 stops

$1,062Multiple Airlines

qui, jan 22 - qua, jan 28

7:00 am - 12:55 am

DSM

PEK

27h 55m2 stops

7:30 pm - 9:04 pm

PEK

DSM

39h 34m2 stops

$1,105Multiple Airlines

dom, jan 25 - dom, fev 1

7:00 am - 12:55 am

DSM

PEK

27h 55m2 stops

4:45 pm - 9:04 pm

PEK

DSM

42h 19m2 stops

$1,110Multiple Airlines

dom, jan 25 - dom, fev 1

7:00 am - 12:55 am

DSM

PEK

27h 55m2 stops

4:45 pm - 9:04 pm

PEK

DSM

42h 19m2 stops

$1,111Multiple Airlines

dom, jan 25 - dom, fev 1

7:00 am - 12:55 am

DSM

PEK

27h 55m2 stops

7:30 pm - 9:04 pm

PEK

DSM

39h 34m2 stops

$1,112Multiple Airlines

dom, jan 25 - dom, fev 1

1:00 pm - 11:45 am

OMA

PEK

33h 45m2 stops

1:25 pm - 5:21 pm

PEK

OMA

64h 56m2 stops

$1,671Lufthansa

sex, mai 1 - dom, mai 31

6:00 am - 3:25 pm

OMA

PEK

20h 25m2 stops

12:00 pm - 10:31 am

PEK

OMA

35h 31m2 stops

$2,036United Airlines

qui, abr 2 - seg, abr 6

11:15 am - 4:45 am

CID

PEK

28h 30m2 stops

12:00 pm - 1:58 pm

PEK

CID

62h 58m2 stops

$2,057United Airlines

qui, abr 2 - seg, abr 6

1:49 pm - 3:25 pm

OMA

PEK

36h 36m2 stops

12:00 pm - 12:47 pm

PEK

OMA

37h 47m2 stops

$2,086United Airlines

qui, abr 2 - seg, abr 6

Lufthansa flights from Iowa to Beijing

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May 1

OMA1:00 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

33h 45m

2 stops

PEK11:45 amBeijing Capital

May 31

PEK1:25 pmBeijing Capital

64h 56m

2 stops

OMA5:21 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,671

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May 1

OMA1:00 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

33h 45m

2 stops

PEK11:45 amBeijing Capital

May 31

PEK1:25 pmBeijing Capital

40h 56m

2 stops

OMA5:21 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,760

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United Airlines

Apr 2

CID11:15 amCedar Rapids

28h 30m

2 stops

PEK4:45 amBeijing Capital

Apr 6

PEK12:00 pmBeijing Capital

62h 58m

2 stops

CID1:58 pmCedar Rapids

$2,057

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Apr 2

OMA1:49 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

36h 36m

2 stops

PEK3:25 pmBeijing Capital

Apr 6

PEK12:00 pmBeijing Capital

35h 31m

2 stops

OMA10:31 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

$2,086

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Apr 2

DSM5:30 amDes Moines

44h 55m

2 stops

PEK3:25 pmBeijing Capital

Apr 6

PEK12:00 pmBeijing Capital

39h 26m

2 stops

DSM2:26 pmDes Moines

$2,115

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Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

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Des Moines

qui 1/22

7:00 am-12:55 am

2 stops27h 55m

Beijing Capital

qua 1/28

3:25 am-11:23 pm

2 stops33h 58m

$1,061

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

qui 1/22

7:00 am-12:55 am

2 stops27h 55m

Beijing Capital

qua 1/28

3:25 am-9:04 pm

2 stops31h 39m

$1,062

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

dom 1/25

7:00 am-12:55 am

2 stops27h 55m

Beijing Capital

dom 2/1

7:30 pm-9:04 pm

2 stops39h 34m

$1,105

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

dom 1/25

7:00 am-12:55 am

2 stops27h 55m

Beijing Capital

dom 2/1

4:45 pm-9:04 pm

2 stops42h 19m

$1,110

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

dom 1/25

7:00 am-12:55 am

2 stops27h 55m

Beijing Capital

dom 2/1

4:45 pm-9:04 pm

2 stops42h 19m

$1,111

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

dom 1/25

7:00 am-12:55 am

2 stops27h 55m

Beijing Capital

dom 2/1

7:30 pm-9:04 pm

2 stops39h 34m

$1,112

OmahaBeijing

OMA - PEK

OMAPEK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

sex 5/1

1:00 pm-11:45 am

2 stops33h 45m

Beijing Capital

dom 5/31

1:25 pm-5:21 pm

2 stops64h 56m

$1,671

OmahaBeijing

OMA - PEK

OMAPEK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

qui 4/2

6:00 am-3:25 pm

2 stops20h 25m

Beijing Capital

seg 4/6

12:00 pm-10:31 am

2 stops35h 31m

$2,036

Cedar RapidsBeijing

CID - PEK

CIDPEK

Cedar Rapids

qui 4/2

11:15 am-4:45 am

2 stops28h 30m

Beijing Capital

seg 4/6

12:00 pm-1:58 pm

2 stops62h 58m

$2,057

OmahaBeijing

OMA - PEK

OMAPEK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

qui 4/2

1:49 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops36h 36m

Beijing Capital

seg 4/6

12:00 pm-12:47 pm

2 stops37h 47m

$2,086

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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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