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Cheap flights from Australia to Des Moines from $853

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — DSM
30 Aug — 6 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 July 2026.

Wed 5/813:35
MEL
-
DSM
1 stop24h 50m
Qantas Airways
Sun 16/819:35
DSM
-
MEL
1 stop42h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 28/7$1,564
Thu 10/910:55
MEL
-
DSM
2 stops40h 37m
United Airlines
Thu 17/913:35
DSM
-
MEL
2 stops27h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/7$1,571
Thu 10/910:55
MEL
-
DSM
2 stops25h 38m
Lufthansa
Thu 17/911:32
DSM
-
MEL
2 stops29h 43m
Lufthansa
Deal found 29/7$1,588
Wed 5/810:00
MEL
-
DSM
2 stops25h 59m
Delta
Sun 16/810:59
DSM
-
MEL
2 stops53h 51m
Delta
Deal found 28/7$1,604
Wed 5/809:45
MEL
-
DSM
1 stop23h 32m
American Airlines
Sun 16/818:48
DSM
-
MEL
2 stops24h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 28/7$1,628
Thu 13/809:45
MEL
-
DSM
2 stops24h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 17/819:49
DSM
-
MEL
2 stops43h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 27/7$1,658
Thu 10/909:45
MEL
-
DSM
1 stop23h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/919:40
DSM
-
MEL
2 stops25h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7$1,767
Sat 12/916:25
PER
-
DSM
2 stops39h 33m
Qantas Airways
Sat 19/918:22
DSM
-
PER
2 stops33h 38m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/7$2,937
Sat 12/910:30
PER
-
DSM
3 stops35h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 19/914:44
DSM
-
PER
3 stops33h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7$3,023
Thu 13/810:35
PER
-
DSM
2 stops44h 42m
American Airlines
Mon 17/816:13
DSM
-
PER
2 stops30h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/7$3,339

Find flight deals from Australia to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated 31 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,571

One-way from

$853
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 10/9-17/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 17m total
  • Australia to Des Moines
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 31/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 37m total
  • Australia to Des Moines
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

10:55-21:33

2 stops25h 38m

Des Moines

Thu 17/9

11:32-08:15

2 stops29h 43m

$1,588

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

09:45-18:17

1 stop23h 32m

Des Moines

Mon 17/8

19:49-06:45

2 stops43h 56m

$1,658
Fastest return journey

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

09:45-17:08

2 stops22h 23m

Des Moines

Thu 17/9

19:40-10:00

2 stops23h 20m

$1,772

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 13/11

20:20-14:39

2 stops35h 19m

Des Moines

Mon 16/11

15:31-11:30

2 stops26h 59m

$2,442

PerthDes Moines

PER - DSM

PERDSM

Perth

Sat 12/9

16:25-18:58

2 stops39h 33m

Des Moines

Sat 19/9

18:22-17:00

2 stops33h 38m

$2,937

PerthDes Moines

PER - DSM

PERDSM

Perth

Sat 12/9

10:30-09:17

3 stops35h 47m

Des Moines

Sat 19/9

14:44-13:35

3 stops33h 51m

$3,023

PerthDes Moines

PER - DSM

PERDSM

Perth

Thu 13/8

10:35-18:17

2 stops44h 42m

Des Moines

Mon 17/8

16:13-11:15

2 stops30h 02m

$3,339
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

13:35-23:25

1 stop24h 50m

$974

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Sat 19/12

21:40-13:42

3 stops57h 02m

$1,649

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Sat 19/12

12:00-20:52

2 stops25h 52m

$2,053

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Deals found on 30/7

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Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Des Moines. Reviews last updated 31 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Australia to Des Moines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,053 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Dawn,July 2026

ORD - GRR

The crew aboard the plane were not very friendly. They definitely acted like it was a chore to be there.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,053 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,053 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Dawn,July 2026

ORD - GRR

The crew aboard the plane were not very friendly. They definitely acted like it was a chore to be there.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Australia?

    Located just 5.7 km from the city centre, Des Moines (DSM) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Des Moines from Australia.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Des Moines?

    There are many flights that can get you from Australia to Des Moines in 23h 32m. Fly via Lufthansa, American Airlines, or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 15072 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Des Moines?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to Des Moines.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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United AirlinesCheapest$1,136Average$1,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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