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Today’s best flight deals from Des Moines to Beijing

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Des Moines to Beijing

August 17 - August 20

Cheapest

DSM - Beijing

$1,198

$1,276

Round trip

December 1 - December 23

Best

DSM - Beijing

$1,273

$1,294

Round trip

September 10 - September 14

DSM - Beijing

$1,121

$1,340

Round trip

August 28 - September 27

DSM - Beijing

$1,245

$1,534

Round trip

December 1 - December 31

DSM - Beijing

$1,263

$1,593

Round trip

July 16 - July 22

DSM - Beijing

$1,102

$1,597

Round trip

December 1 - December 2

DSM - Beijing

$1,315

$1,604

Round trip

December 1 - December 8

DSM - Beijing

$1,451

$1,674

Round trip

July 14 - August 5

Earliest

DSM - Beijing

$1,183

$1,682

Round trip

July 18 - July 24

DSM - Beijing

$1,102

$1,685

Round trip

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Des Moines to Beijing

A typical journey from Des Moines to Beijing takes about 68h 41m, including connections. This reflects the long-haul nature of the route, where most itineraries involve multiple stops to cover the significant distance.
For those seeking cheap flights from Des Moines to Beijing, prices typically range from $1549–$2294, with a median of $1688. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a potentially favorable time to consider booking. However, currently 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Beijing? The most affordable month to fly is April, with a median fare of $1548. Following closely is May, where median fares are around $1770. Prices tend to rise in June, with a median fare of $3550.
Most itineraries from Des Moines to Beijing are connecting flights, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. This means travelers should expect to make at least one stop. The median number of stopovers for connecting flights on this route is 5, indicating a complex journey with multiple transfers.
The distance between Des Moines and Beijing is approximately 10440 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance necessitates extended travel times and typically involves multiple connections, as reflected in the overall journey duration.

How much is a round trip from Des Moines to Beijing

Regular price: $1,000 - $2,178

Prices for flights from Des Moines to Beijing are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Des Moines to Beijing is between $1000 and $2178. The current lowest deal is $1276 with Allegiant Air, for travel from Aug 17-Aug 20.

now $1,276

Low $1,000

High $2,178

The cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Beijing

The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Beijing is April, with a median price of $1548. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $4094. Prices are generally lower from April to June.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $1,548

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $4,094

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Direct flights from Des Moines to Beijing

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Last-minute flights going from Des Moines to Beijing

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Beijing

Cathay Pacific

Des Moines (DSM) - Beijing (PEK)

Cathay Pacific

$1,277

$1,803

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Beijing

Des Moines (DSM) - Beijing (PEK)

$1,195

$2,094

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Beijing

Des Moines (DSM) - Beijing (PEK)

$1,191

$2,094

One-way

Mon, Jun 29

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Beijing

Des Moines (DSM) - Beijing (PKX)

$1,307

$1,812

One-way

Mon, Jun 29

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Beijing

Des Moines (DSM) - Beijing (PKX)

$1,307

$2,731

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Beijing

Des Moines (DSM) - Beijing (PEK)

$1,176

$1,704

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Des Moines to Beijing

22 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 23

$1,273  →  $1,294

2%

3 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 20

$1,198  →  $1,276

7%

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$1,121  →  $1,340

20%

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$1,451  →  $1,674

15%

Popular Airports to fly from Des Moines to Beijing

Des Moines - Beijing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Des Moines to Beijing are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $1548

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Beijing, with a median price of $1548.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 68h 41m

Connecting flights from Des Moines to Beijing typically average 68 hours and 41 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not available; connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 5 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Allegiant Air has a recent deal for $1276

Allegiant Air recently offered a deal for $1276 from Des Moines to Beijing.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Des Moines to Beijing are rare, so consider booking when you see a good price.

Des Moines main airports to depart from

Des Moines International (DSM)

Cheapest

Des Moines International is a good option for flights from Des Moines to Beijing.

📍 ~10 km from Des Moines city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1276

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Beijing Capital International (PEK)

Cheapest

Beijing Capital International Airport is a good choice for flights from Des Moines to Beijing.

📍 ~20 km from Beijing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1115

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Beijing Daxing International Airport offers another arrival option for flights from Des Moines to Beijing.

📍 ~40 km from Beijing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1251

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Beijing Capital International (PEK)

Cheapest

Consider Beijing Capital International for its extensive global and domestic flight network, despite potential ground and airspace congestion.

📍 ~20 km from Beijing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1115

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Beijing Daxing International Airport is a state-of-the-art secondary hub with excellent high-speed rail and express subway connections.

📍 ~55 km from Beijing (reachable by high-speed rail and subway)

💸 Flights from ~$1251

Tianjin Binhai International (TSN)

Tianjin Binhai International is a less crowded alternative, connected to Beijing via a 30-minute high-speed rail.

📍 ~115 km from Beijing (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1340

Shijiazhuang Zhengding International (SJW)

Shijiazhuang Zhengding International offers integrated air-rail transport services and good availability of budget domestic carriers.

📍 ~260 km from Beijing (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1559

Jinan Yaoqiang International (TNA)

Jinan Yaoqiang International is a reliable regional hub accessible via the Beijing-Shanghai high-speed railway corridor.

📍 ~360 km from Beijing (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~$1288

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Look for flights during the off-peak season, as prices are often lower then.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, may lead to better prices. However, sometimes last-minute deals can appear, especially during less popular travel periods. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare can be significant. It's often worth checking if alternative departure or arrival airports offer better prices.