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

Cathay Pacific, Delta, and Japan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to China

How long is the flight from Iowa to China?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Iowa, such as Cedar Rapids or Waterloo, and flying into China, then you can expect flight times to average 32h 19m and 32h 50m, respectively.

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

Prices for flights from Iowa to China are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to China?

The number of operators available for flights from Iowa to China is 1 as of August 2026.

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

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 China.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your China trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$563 Cheap Flights from Iowa to China in 2026

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6:07 pm - 8:25 pm

DSM

PEK

37h 18m

2 stops

7:25 am - 12:04 am

PEK

DSM

29h 39m

2 stops

$980Cathay Pacific

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Oct 14

6:22 pm - 12:25 pm

DSM

PEK

29h 03m

2 stops

7:25 am - 6:26 pm

PEK

DSM

24h 01m

2 stops

$983Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

3:33 pm - 9:30 pm

OMA

PEK

40h 57m

2 stops

2:15 pm - 2:30 pm

PEK

OMA

38h 15m

2 stops

$984Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Nov 16

7:40 pm - 6:25 pm

DSM

PEK

33h 45m

2 stops

10:00 am - 11:12 pm

PEK

DSM

26h 12m

2 stops

$984Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17

3:33 pm - 8:55 pm

OMA

PVG

40h 22m

2 stops

1:10 pm - 2:30 pm

PVG

OMA

39h 20m

2 stops

$984Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Nov 13

7:40 pm - 6:25 pm

DSM

PEK

33h 45m

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10:00 am - 11:12 pm

PEK

DSM

26h 12m

2 stops

$986Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17

6:22 pm - 12:25 pm

DSM

PEK

29h 03m

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7:25 am - 6:26 pm

PEK

DSM

24h 01m

2 stops

$987Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

10:35 am - 2:20 am

DSM

CAN

26h 45m

2 stops

5:00 am - 11:12 pm

CAN

DSM

31h 12m

2 stops

$988Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17

6:55 am - 7:50 pm

DSM

PVG

23h 55m

2 stops

10:00 am - 4:49 pm

PVG

DSM

20h 49m

1 stop

$1,484Delta

Wed, Oct 21 - Fri, Nov 20

6:00 am - 3:25 pm

DSM

PVG

19h 25m

1 stop

5:35 pm - 2:03 pm

PVG

DSM

34h 28m

2 stops

$1,484Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 15

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ANA flights from Iowa to China

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ANA

Sep 15

DSM3:22 pmDes Moines

31h 53m

2 stops

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 22

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 41m

2 stops

DSM12:16 pmDes Moines

$1,169

ANA

Sep 15

DSM3:22 pmDes Moines

31h 53m

2 stops

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 22

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 41m

2 stops

DSM12:16 pmDes Moines

$1,243

ANA

Sep 8

DSM3:22 pmDes Moines

31h 38m

2 stops

PEK12:00 pmBeijing Capital

Oct 6

PEK8:20 amBeijing Capital

41h 14m

2 stops

DSM12:34 pmDes Moines

$1,274

Japan Airlines flights from Iowa to China

Our best Japan Airlines deals on Iowa to China flight tickets

Japan Airlines

Sep 13

OMA10:26 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

35h 54m

2 stops

SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 20

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

60h 03m

2 stops

OMA11:48 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,338

Japan Airlines

Sep 10

DSM10:35 amDes Moines

44h 10m

2 stops

PEK7:45 pmBeijing Capital

Sep 14

PEK4:20 pmBeijing Capital

34h 39m

2 stops

DSM1:59 pmDes Moines

$1,340

Japan Airlines

Sep 10

DSM10:35 amDes Moines

35h 45m

2 stops

SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 17

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 14m

2 stops

DSM1:59 pmDes Moines

$1,363

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Wed 9/23

6:07 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops37h 18m

Beijing Capital

Wed 10/14

7:25 am-12:04 am

2 stops29h 39m

$980

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Des Moines

Mon 9/14

6:22 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops29h 03m

Beijing Capital

Mon 9/21

7:25 am-6:26 pm

2 stops24h 01m

$983

OmahaBeijing

OMA - PEK

OMAPEK

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 10/20

3:33 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops40h 57m

Beijing Capital

Mon 11/16

2:15 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops38h 15m

$984

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Des Moines

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7:40 pm-6:25 pm

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10:00 am-11:12 pm

2 stops26h 12m

$984

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OMA - PVG

OMAPVG

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 10/20

3:33 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops40h 22m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/13

1:10 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops39h 20m

$984

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DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Thu 9/10

7:40 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops33h 45m

Beijing Capital

Thu 9/17

10:00 am-11:12 pm

2 stops26h 12m

$986

Des MoinesBeijing

DSM - PEK

DSMPEK

Des Moines

Mon 9/14

6:22 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops29h 03m

Beijing Capital

Mon 9/21

7:25 am-6:26 pm

2 stops24h 01m

$987

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DSM - CAN

DSMCAN

Des Moines

Thu 9/10

10:35 am-2:20 am

2 stops26h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 9/17

5:00 am-11:12 pm

2 stops31h 12m

$988

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Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Wed 10/21

6:55 am-7:50 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/20

10:00 am-4:49 pm

1 stop20h 49m

$1,484

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

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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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Iowa to China

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Can stopping save me money on Iowa to China flights?

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Fastest flight time	25h 33m
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The fastest flight from Iowa to China takes 25h 33m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Iowa to China

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to China?
Prices for flights from Iowa to China are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to China?
The number of operators available for flights from Iowa to China is 1 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to China?
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 China.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?
The necessary travel and health documents for your China trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Iowa to China

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $1,149	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,497 reviews		Search Delta flights

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