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Multiple Airlines Logo
3:26 pm - 12:20 pm
DSM
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SHA
30h 54m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 7:04 pm
SHA
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DSM
33h 34m2 stops
$1,060Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 17 - Thu, Mar 19
ANA Logo
8:00 am - 12:25 pm
DSM
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SHA
38h 25m2 stops
ANA Logo
1:40 pm - 10:55 am
SHA
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DSM
35h 15m2 stops
$1,117ANA
Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4
Japan Airlines Logo
11:42 am - 11:45 am
DSM
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SHA
34h 03m2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 11:12 am
SHA
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DSM
36h 02m2 stops
$1,136Japan Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4
ANA Logo
8:00 am - 12:25 pm
DSM
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SHA
38h 25m2 stops
ANA Logo
1:40 pm - 10:55 am
SHA
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DSM
35h 15m2 stops
$1,138ANA
Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4
ANA Logo
8:00 am - 12:25 pm
DSM
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SHA
38h 25m2 stops
ANA Logo
1:40 pm - 10:55 am
SHA
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DSM
35h 15m2 stops
$1,141ANA
Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4
ANA Logo
8:00 am - 12:25 pm
DSM
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SHA
38h 25m2 stops
ANA Logo
1:40 pm - 10:55 am
SHA
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DSM
35h 15m2 stops
$1,142ANA
Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4
ANA Logo
8:00 am - 12:25 pm
DSM
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SHA
38h 25m2 stops
ANA Logo
1:40 pm - 10:55 am
SHA
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DSM
35h 15m2 stops
$1,144ANA
Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4
ANA Logo
11:30 am - 12:25 pm
DSM
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SHA
34h 55m2 stops
ANA Logo
1:40 pm - 10:55 am
SHA
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DSM
35h 15m2 stops
$1,145ANA
Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:24 pm - 12:20 pm
OMA
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SHA
30h 56m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 11:43 pm
SHA
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OMA
38h 13m2 stops
$1,524Multiple Airlines
Fri, Mar 6 - Sun, Mar 15
United Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 9:40 pm
OMA
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SHA
24h 17m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 9:56 pm
SHA
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OMA
22h 26m2 stops
$18,142United Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Wed, Feb 18

Japan Airlines flights from Iowa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Japan Airlines deals on Iowa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Japan Airlines
Jan 28
DSM11:42 amDes Moines
34h 03m
2 stops
SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 4
SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 02m
2 stops
DSM11:12 amDes Moines
$1,136
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Japan Airlines
Jan 23
DSM7:00 amDes Moines
38h 45m
2 stops
SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 30
SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 02m
2 stops
DSM11:12 amDes Moines
$1,162
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Japan Airlines
Jan 29
DSM7:00 amDes Moines
38h 45m
2 stops
SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 5
SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 02m
2 stops
DSM11:12 amDes Moines
$1,231
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ANA flights from Iowa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best ANA deals on Iowa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
ANA
Jan 28
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
38h 25m
2 stops
SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 4
SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 15m
2 stops
DSM10:55 amDes Moines
$1,117
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ANA
Jan 28
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
38h 25m
2 stops
SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 4
SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 15m
2 stops
DSM10:55 amDes Moines
$1,138
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ANA
Jan 28
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
38h 25m
2 stops
SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 4
SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 15m
2 stops
DSM10:55 amDes Moines
$1,141
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Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - SHA

DSMSHA

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

3:26 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops30h 54m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/19

10:30 pm-7:04 pm

2 stops33h 34m

$1,060

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - SHA

DSMSHA

Des Moines

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops38h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/4

1:40 pm-10:55 am

2 stops35h 15m

$1,117

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - SHA

DSMSHA

Des Moines

Wed 1/28

11:42 am-11:45 am

2 stops34h 03m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/4

1:10 pm-11:12 am

2 stops36h 02m

$1,136

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - SHA

DSMSHA

Des Moines

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops38h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/4

1:40 pm-10:55 am

2 stops35h 15m

$1,138

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - SHA

DSMSHA

Des Moines

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops38h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/4

1:40 pm-10:55 am

2 stops35h 15m

$1,141

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - SHA

DSMSHA

Des Moines

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops38h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/4

1:40 pm-10:55 am

2 stops35h 15m

$1,142

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - SHA

DSMSHA

Des Moines

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops38h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/4

1:40 pm-10:55 am

2 stops35h 15m

$1,144

Des MoinesShanghai

DSM - SHA

DSMSHA

Des Moines

Wed 1/28

11:30 am-12:25 pm

2 stops34h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/4

1:40 pm-10:55 am

2 stops35h 15m

$1,145

OmahaShanghai

OMA - SHA

OMASHA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 3/6

3:24 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops30h 56m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/15

10:30 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops38h 13m

$1,524

OmahaShanghai

OMA - SHA

OMASHA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 2/14

7:23 am-9:40 pm

2 stops24h 17m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/18

1:30 pm-9:56 pm

2 stops22h 26m

$18,142

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Iowa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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

The cheapest day to depart from Iowa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,559. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Iowa because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,119.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is in the morning. Flights from Iowa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport during this time can be as low as $1,767. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,989. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Cheap Iowa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Iowa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Fastest flight time

22h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Iowa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 22h 25m
There are no direct flights from Iowa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Iowa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Iowa to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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