What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Iowa according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

Flight times from Iowa to Shanghai vary, but if you’re flying out of Des Moines and flying into Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 18h 45m on average. Another popular route from Iowa to Shanghai is flying from Cedar Rapids to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, which will take roughly 27h 22m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Iowa to Shanghai is 3 as of August 2025.

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

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 Shanghai.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai 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.

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10:16 am - 11:05 amDSM-PVG

35h 49m2 stops

8:35 am - 6:30 pmPVG-DSM

22h 55m2 stops

$1,098Cathay Pacific

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Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 16

11:38 am - 12:10 pmCID-PVG

35h 32m2 stops

7:20 am - 5:45 pmPVG-CID

23h 25m2 stops

$1,145Cathay Pacific

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Fri, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 10

6:00 am - 1:45 pmDSM-PVG

18h 45m1 stop

3:45 pm - 8:30 pmPVG-DSM

17h 45m1 stop

$1,173Delta

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Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 16

6:30 am - 1:45 pmOMA-PVG

18h 15m1 stop

3:45 pm - 8:46 pmPVG-OMA

18h 01m1 stop

$1,173Delta

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Tue, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 30

5:38 pm - 2:50 pmDSM-PVG

32h 12m2 stops

5:00 pm - 11:13 pmPVG-DSM

19h 13m1 stop

$1,178American Airlines

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Sat, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 27

9:00 am - 5:25 pmMLI-PVG

43h 25m2 stops

12:10 pm - 9:12 pmPVG-MLI

22h 02m2 stops

$1,202United Airlines

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Fri, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 16

10:45 am - 5:25 pmMLI-PVG

41h 40m2 stops

12:10 pm - 8:53 pmPVG-MLI

45h 43m2 stops

$1,217United Airlines

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Fri, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 16

5:00 am - 2:50 pmCID-PVG

20h 50m1 stop

6:10 pm - 11:41 pmPVG-CID

19h 31m1 stop

$1,326American Airlines

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Sat, Oct 18 - Wed, Nov 12

1:00 pm - 4:20 pmCID-PVG

38h 20m2 stops

11:35 pm - 6:14 pmPVG-CID

32h 39m2 stops

$1,351Qatar Airways

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Fri, Oct 17 - Wed, Nov 12

1:41 pm - 4:20 pmCID-PVG

37h 39m2 stops

12:35 am - 11:20 pmPVG-CID

35h 45m2 stops

$1,368Qatar Airways

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Fri, Oct 3 - Thu, Oct 9

ANA flights from Iowa to Shanghai

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ANA

Aug 28

OMA8:00 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

27h 35m

2 stops

PVG12:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

Sep 23

PVG8:25 amShanghai Pu Dong

50h 23m

2 stops

OMA9:48 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,303

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ANA

Aug 28

OMA8:00 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

27h 35m

2 stops

PVG12:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

Sep 22

PVG1:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

33h 13m

2 stops

OMA9:48 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,314

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ANA

Aug 31

OMA8:00 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

27h 35m

2 stops

PVG12:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

Sep 23

PVG1:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

33h 13m

2 stops

OMA9:48 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,365

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Cathay Pacific flights from Iowa to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

Sep 9

DSM10:16 amDes Moines

35h 49m

2 stops

PVG11:05 amShanghai Pu Dong

Sep 16

PVG8:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

22h 55m

2 stops

DSM6:30 pmDes Moines

$1,098

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 3

CID11:38 amCedar Rapids

35h 32m

2 stops

PVG12:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Oct 10

PVG7:20 amShanghai Pu Dong

23h 25m

2 stops

CID5:45 pmCedar Rapids

$1,145

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Cathay Pacific

Sep 1

OMA7:28 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

27h 37m

2 stops

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 29

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

56h 27m

2 stops

OMA5:57 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,940

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Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Tue 9/9

10:16 am-11:05 am

2 stops35h 49m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/16

8:35 am-6:30 pm

2 stops22h 55m

$1,098

Cedar RapidsShanghai

CID - PVG

CIDPVG

Cedar Rapids

Fri 10/3

11:38 am-12:10 pm

2 stops35h 32m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/10

7:20 am-5:45 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$1,145

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Tue 9/9

6:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/16

3:45 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$1,173

OmahaShanghai

OMA - PVG

OMAPVG

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 9/2

6:30 am-1:45 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/30

3:45 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop18h 01m

$1,173

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - PVG

DSMPVG

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

5:38 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops32h 12m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/27

5:00 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop19h 13m

$1,178

MolineShanghai

MLI - PVG

MLIPVG

Moline Quad-City

Fri 9/12

9:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops43h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/16

12:10 pm-9:12 pm

2 stops22h 02m

$1,202

MolineShanghai

MLI - PVG

MLIPVG

Moline Quad-City

Fri 9/12

10:45 am-5:25 pm

2 stops41h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/16

12:10 pm-8:53 pm

2 stops45h 43m

$1,217

Cedar RapidsShanghai

CID - PVG

CIDPVG

Cedar Rapids

Sat 10/18

5:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/12

6:10 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop19h 31m

$1,326

Cedar RapidsShanghai

CID - PVG

CIDPVG

Cedar Rapids

Fri 10/17

1:00 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops38h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/12

11:35 pm-6:14 pm

2 stops32h 39m

$1,351

Cedar RapidsShanghai

CID - PVG

CIDPVG

Cedar Rapids

Fri 10/3

1:41 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops37h 39m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/9

12:35 am-11:20 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$1,368

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,579. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Iowa to Shanghai for around $2,004.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Iowa to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the morning for as low as $1,751. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,792.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Iowa to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Shanghai?
The number of operators available for flights from Iowa to Shanghai is 3 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Shanghai?
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 Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai 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 Shanghai

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $994	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,289	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,930 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,416	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights

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