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$1,014+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Auckland (AKL)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — AKL
Dec 17 — Dec 241
Wed 12/17
Wed 12/24
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 17, 2025.

This Arangrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Arangrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/233:28 pmDSM - AKL
1 stop22h 42mQantas Airways
Mon 1/57:15 pmAKL - DSM
2 stops40h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/17$4,492
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Tue 12/2310:29 amDSM - AKL
2 stops27h 06mDelta
Mon 1/52:35 pmAKL - DSM
3 stops25h 49mDelta
Deal found 11/17$16,300
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Tue 12/301:30 pmDSM - AKL
3 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/201:15 pmAKL - DSM
3 stops29h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$26,830
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/303:14 pmDSM - AKL
2 stops49h 01mEmirates
Tue 1/209:05 pmAKL - DSM
2 stops44h 25mEmirates
Deal found 11/17$29,565

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 November 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,014
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Popular in

October

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$891
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Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

9:04 am-9:10 am

2 stops29h 06m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/17

2:50 pm-8:27 pm

2 stops23h 37m

$1,014

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Sun 3/22

4:00 pm-7:35 am

2 stops45h 35m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/26

1:35 pm-10:23 am

2 stops38h 48m

$1,082

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

10:37 am-8:35 am

2 stops26h 58m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/17

1:35 pm-9:27 pm

3 stops25h 52m

$1,189

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

6:14 pm-9:10 am

1 stop19h 56m

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/17

12:20 pm-4:17 pm

1 stop21h 57m

$1,300

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Sun 3/22

7:00 am-5:55 am

1 stop28h 55m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/26

7:45 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop20h 59m

$1,665

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Fri 1/2

8:00 am-9:10 am

2 stops30h 10m

Auckland Intl

Fri 1/9

3:50 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops26h 54m

$2,114

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Thu 1/1

9:00 am-9:10 am

2 stops29h 10m

Auckland Intl

Thu 1/8

3:50 pm-10:55 am

2 stops38h 05m

$2,214

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Deals found on 11/17

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Auckland in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Auckland flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Auckland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Auckland flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Auckland flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Auckland flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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 November 17, 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 45% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 November 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to Auckland. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
527 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
527 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
527 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,014 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
527 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,048 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
527 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    United Airlines and Delta can get you from Des Moines to Auckland in just under 29h 06m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 29m. Des Moines and Auckland are separated by a distance of 7909 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $793. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Air New Zealand, with the lowest prices starting at $999 and $1,570, respectively. Users have found that United Airlines is 45% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Auckland 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Auckland

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Auckland. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$793Average$1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$999Average$1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,570Average$1,700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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