$863+ 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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — AKL
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to AucklandExplore 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 October 23, 2026.
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 October 23, 2026.
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/39:45 am -
2 stops31h 35m
Thu 12/106:50 am -
2 stops26h 54m
Deal found 10/19![Qantas Airways logo]()
$897
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Thu 12/33:31 pm -
2 stops31h 29m
Thu 12/107:30 am -
3 stops27h 43m
Deal found 10/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$913
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sun 12/69:30 am -
2 stops28h 40m
Sun 12/133:50 pm -
2 stops22h 29m
Deal found 10/21![United Airlines logo]()
$914
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/2911:00 am -
2 stops26h 55m
Sun 12/62:45 pm -
2 stops38h 36m
Deal found 10/22![Delta logo]()
$931
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sat 11/79:37 am -
2 stops31h 43m
Sat 11/216:10 am -
2 stops27h 25m
Deal found 10/21![Qantas Airways logo]()
$959
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/299:45 am -
2 stops31h 35m
Sat 12/56:50 am -
2 stops26h 54m
Deal found 10/22![Qantas Airways logo]()
$963
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Fri 12/41:15 pm -
3 stops29h 50m
Fri 12/117:30 am -
2 stops30h 22m
Deal found 10/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$964
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/299:45 am -
2 stops34h 10m
Sat 12/57:30 am -
3 stops29h 22m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$968
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/68:00 am -
1 stop26h 45m
Sun 12/133:50 pm -
2 stops19h 23m
Deal found 10/21![Air New Zealand logo]()
$1,039
Best flights from Des Moines to AucklandDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Auckland that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 23, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Auckland that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 23, 2026.
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Sun 1/3110:26 am -
3 stops32h 39m
Thu 2/46:10 am -
2 stops30h 19m
Deal found 10/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$863
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Thu 12/39:45 am -
2 stops31h 35m
Thu 12/106:50 am -
2 stops26h 54m
Deal found 10/19![Qantas Airways logo]()
$909
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Mon 11/3011:00 am -
2 stops26h 55m
Sun 12/62:45 pm -
2 stops38h 36m
Deal found 10/22![Delta logo]()
$1,180
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Thu 12/33:31 pm -
2 stops31h 29m
Thu 12/107:30 am -
3 stops27h 43m
Deal found 10/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$913
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 1/316:14 pm -
2 stops35h 31m
Thu 2/46:10 am -
2 stops30h 19m
Deal found 10/22![Qantas Airways logo]()
$940
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Fri 12/43:31 pm -
2 stops31h 29m
Fri 12/116:50 am -
2 stops26h 54m
Deal found 10/20![Qantas Airways logo]()
$959
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sun 12/61:23 pm -
3 stops29h 42m
Sun 12/137:30 am -
3 stops27h 43m
Deal found 10/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,414
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/293:25 pm -
2 stops27h 40m
Sun 12/61:20 pm -
1 stop24h 32m
Deal found 10/22![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,462
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to AucklandDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Auckland. Data last updated October 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Auckland. Data last updated October 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Fri 10/307:42 pm -
1 stop19h 28m
Mon 11/97:30 am -
2 stops34h 35m
Deal found 10/19![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,081
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sat 11/79:37 am -
2 stops31h 43m
Sat 11/216:10 am -
2 stops27h 25m
Deal found 10/21![Qantas Airways logo]()
$959
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sat 11/79:37 am -
2 stops31h 43m
Sat 11/217:30 am -
3 stops28h 47m
Deal found 10/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,079
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sat 11/76:27 pm -
1 stop43h 43m
Sat 11/211:20 pm -
1 stop20h 15m
Deal found 10/21![American Airlines logo]()
$1,147
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/2911:00 am -
2 stops26h 55m
Sun 12/62:45 pm -
2 stops38h 36m
Deal found 10/22![Delta logo]()
$931
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/299:45 am -
2 stops31h 35m
Sat 12/56:50 am -
2 stops26h 54m
Deal found 10/22![Qantas Airways logo]()
$963
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/299:45 am -
2 stops34h 10m
Sat 12/57:30 am -
3 stops29h 22m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$968
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/297:16 pm -
1 stop18h 54m
Sat 12/53:50 pm -
2 stops22h 11m
Deal found 10/22![American Airlines logo]()
$1,135
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Mon 11/3011:00 am -
2 stops26h 55m
Sun 12/62:45 pm -
2 stops38h 36m
Deal found 10/22![Delta logo]()
$1,180
Find 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 October 23, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $860 (Qantas Airways) |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Auckland that are best for you.
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Cheapest round-trip
Des MoinesAuckland
DSM Des Moines - AKL Auckland Intl
DSMAKL
Des Moines
Sun 1/31
10:26 am-2:05 pm
3 stops32h 39m
Auckland Intl
Thu 2/4
6:10 am-5:29 pm
2 stops30h 19m
$863
Des MoinesAuckland
DSM Des Moines - AKL Auckland Intl
DSMAKL
Des Moines
Thu 12/3
9:45 am-12:20 pm
2 stops31h 35m
Auckland Intl
Thu 12/10
6:50 am-2:44 pm
2 stops26h 54m
$909
Des MoinesAuckland
DSM Des Moines - AKL Auckland Intl
DSMAKL
Des Moines
Thu 12/3
3:31 pm-6:00 pm
2 stops31h 29m
Auckland Intl
Thu 12/10
7:30 am-4:13 pm
3 stops27h 43m
$913
Des MoinesAuckland
DSM Des Moines - AKL Auckland Intl
DSMAKL
Des Moines
Sun 1/31
6:14 pm-12:45 am
2 stops35h 31m
Auckland Intl
Thu 2/4
6:10 am-5:29 pm
2 stops30h 19m
$940
Des MoinesAuckland
DSM Des Moines - AKL Auckland Intl
DSMAKL
Des Moines
Fri 12/4
3:31 pm-6:00 pm
2 stops31h 29m
Auckland Intl
Fri 12/11
6:50 am-2:44 pm
2 stops26h 54m
$959
Des MoinesAuckland
DSM Des Moines - AKL Auckland Intl
DSMAKL
Des Moines
Mon 11/30
11:00 am-8:55 am
2 stops26h 55m
Auckland Intl
Sun 12/6
2:45 pm-10:21 am
2 stops38h 36m
$1,180
Des MoinesAuckland
DSM Des Moines - AKL Auckland Intl
DSMAKL
Des Moines
Sun 12/6
1:23 pm-2:05 pm
3 stops29h 42m
Auckland Intl
Sun 12/13
7:30 am-4:13 pm
3 stops27h 43m
$1,414
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesAuckland
DSM Des Moines - AKL Auckland Intl
DSMAKL
Des Moines
Sun 11/29
3:25 pm-2:05 pm
2 stops27h 40m
Auckland Intl
Sun 12/6
1:20 pm-6:52 pm
1 stop24h 32m
$1,462
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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Auckland
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 October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Auckland flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Auckland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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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Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.
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 October 23, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andAmerican Airlines from Des Moines to Auckland. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Food
7.4
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentBlair,Oct 2026
WLG - AKL
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Food
7.4
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentBlair,Oct 2026
WLG - AKL
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Food
7.4
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentBlair,Oct 2026
WLG - AKL
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Food
7.4
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentBlair,Oct 2026
WLG - AKL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$791 | Average$1,210 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$983 | Average$1,242 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time78% | |
| Cheapest$1,089 | Average$1,131 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% |