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$905+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Auckland (AKL)

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DSM — AKL
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Auckland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Auckland (AKL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

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$905
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,700
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Auckland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Auckland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/101:05 pmDSM - AKL
2 stops25h 05mUnited Airlines
jue. 11/203:50 pmAKL - DSM
2 stops26h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$905
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/1210:55 amDSM - AKL
2 stops27h 00mDelta
mié. 11/192:50 pmAKL - DSM
2 stops25h 34mDelta
Deal found 6/12$948
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/102:52 pmDSM - AKL
1 stop20h 03mAir New Zealand
vie. 11/217:45 pmAKL - DSM
1 stop21h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/12$1,154
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 7/267:47 pmDSM - AKL
2 stops23h 53mFiji Airways
sáb. 8/22:30 pmAKL - DSM
2 stops26h 19mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,557
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/272:26 pmDSM - AKL
2 stops45h 49mLATAM Airlines
mié. 9/37:10 pmAKL - DSM
2 stops32h 00mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,643
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/113:58 pmDSM - AKL
2 stops27h 07mQantas Airways
mar. 11/181:20 pmAKL - DSM
1 stop19h 51mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,771
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/123:58 pmDSM - AKL
2 stops30h 52mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/191:15 pmAKL - DSM
3 stops29h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,878
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 7/268:00 amDSM - AKL
1 stop30h 10mAustrian Airlines
sáb. 8/21:50 pmAKL - DSM
2 stops19h 20mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,920
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/225:39 pmDSM - AKL
1 stop20h 46mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 1/33:50 pmAKL - DSM
1 stop17h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$2,704

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Auckland that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Auckland that are best for you.

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Auckland

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Price

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

lun. 11/10

1:05 pm-9:10 am

2 stops25h 05m

Auckland Intl

jue. 11/20

3:50 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops26h 54m

$905

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

mié. 11/12

10:55 am-8:55 am

2 stops27h 00m

Auckland Intl

mié. 11/19

2:50 pm-9:24 pm

2 stops25h 34m

$948

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

lun. 11/10

2:52 pm-5:55 am

1 stop20h 03m

Auckland Intl

vie. 11/21

7:45 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$1,154

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

sáb. 7/26

7:47 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops23h 53m

Auckland Intl

sáb. 8/2

2:30 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops26h 19m

$1,557

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

mié. 8/27

2:26 pm-5:15 am

2 stops45h 49m

Auckland Intl

mié. 9/3

7:10 pm-10:10 am

2 stops32h 00m

$1,643

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

mar. 11/11

3:58 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops27h 07m

Auckland Intl

mar. 11/18

1:20 pm-2:11 pm

1 stop19h 51m

$1,771

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

mié. 11/12

3:58 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops30h 52m

Auckland Intl

mié. 11/19

1:15 pm-11:44 pm

3 stops29h 29m

$1,878

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

sáb. 7/26

8:00 am-7:10 am

1 stop30h 10m

Auckland Intl

sáb. 8/2

1:50 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$1,920

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

vie. 7/25

2:39 pm-5:45 am

3 stops46h 06m

$1,033

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

sáb. 7/26

9:15 am-7:10 am

2 stops28h 55m

$1,075

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Auckland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Auckland

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to AKL?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Auckland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to Auckland in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Auckland by month

Plan your trip to Auckland by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Auckland ranges from 2.8 - 5.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Auckland when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Auckland by month

Plan your trip to Auckland by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Auckland, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Auckland. 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 Auckland. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Auckland, such as Fiji Airways, Delta and Air New Zealand. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,785 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Auckland round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Auckland, with prices starting at $905. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Air New Zealand, with the lowest prices starting at $948 and $1,154, respectively. Users have found that United Airlines is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Auckland?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Auckland (average of $1,021). Flying from Des Moines to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Auckland

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American AirlinesCheapest$999Average$1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,092Average$1,365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,150Average$1,688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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