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$624+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Australia

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 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SYD
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,068
(lol.travel)

One-way from

$624
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,529
From Des Moines to Australia
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/131:20 pmDSM - SYD
2 stops26h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/209:30 amSYD - DSM
2 stops29h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,068
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/134:20 pmDSM - SYD
2 stops23h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/209:10 amSYD - DSM
2 stops21h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,159
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:05 amDSM - SYD
2 stops35h 25mAir New Zealand
Tue 11/255:05 pmSYD - DSM
2 stops46h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/30$1,285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 8/205:44 amDSM - SYD
2 stops33h 51mDelta
Wed 9/39:25 amSYD - DSM
2 stops22h 47mDelta
Deal found 7/28$1,367
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 9/116:15 amDSM - MEL
2 stops47h 20mAir New Zealand
Tue 9/307:35 amMEL - DSM
2 stops29h 53mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/29$1,439
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/133:25 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops25h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/2010:55 amMEL - DSM
2 stops27h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,544
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/124:20 pmDSM - PER
2 stops30h 35mQatar Airways
Fri 9/193:40 pmPER - DSM
2 stops41h 41mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/29$1,558
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 9/89:34 amDSM - MEL
1 stop28h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/153:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop23h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,574
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 9/59:34 amDSM - BNE
2 stops28h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/148:05 pmBNE - DSM
2 stops27h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,619
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 9/58:00 amDSM - BNE
3 stops31h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/1410:30 amBNE - DSM
2 stops28h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,642
This EaseMyTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 EaseMyTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:15 amDSM - BNE
2 stops37h 45mAir New Zealand
Thu 9/187:35 pmBNE - DSM
2 stops57h 42mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/30$1,647
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Air New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:05 amDSM - SYD
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/2511:45 amSYD - DSM
3 stops26h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,916

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Australia 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 July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Australia that are best for you.

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Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sat 9/13

1:20 pm-6:55 am

2 stops26h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/20

9:30 am-11:41 pm

2 stops29h 11m

$1,068

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sat 9/13

4:20 pm-7:05 am

2 stops23h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/20

9:10 am-3:24 pm

2 stops21h 14m

$1,159

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Thu 11/13

6:05 am-10:30 am

2 stops35h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/25

5:05 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops46h 15m

$1,285

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

3:00 pm-9:25 am

2 stops25h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

10:35 am-10:30 pm

2 stops28h 55m

$1,356

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Wed 8/20

5:44 am-6:35 am

2 stops33h 51m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/3

9:25 am-5:12 pm

2 stops22h 47m

$1,367

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

3:20 pm-9:30 am

1 stop25h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

4:05 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$1,431

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

8:00 am-10:55 am

3 stops33h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

12:10 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$1,458

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

6:20 am-8:00 am

2 stops32h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

10:10 am-10:28 pm

2 stops29h 18m

$1,466

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 9/13

3:25 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 9/20

10:55 am-11:41 pm

2 stops27h 46m

$1,544

Des MoinesPerth

DSM - PER

DSMPER

Des Moines

Fri 9/12

4:20 pm-11:55 am

2 stops30h 35m

Perth

Fri 9/19

3:40 pm-8:21 pm

2 stops41h 41m

$1,558

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Australia (average of $1,028). Flying from Des Moines to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,619). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Australia as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Delta, and Air New Zealand from Des Moines to Australia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
501 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
887 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,607 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,299 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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

    If you book a flight to Australia from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Australia one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Australia are American Airlines ($624), United Airlines ($634), and Air New Zealand ($1,418).

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Australia?

    When deciding which route to take from Des Moines to Australia consider Des Moines - Melbourne, Des Moines - Sydney Kingsford Smith or Des Moines - Melbourne Avalon as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Australia (average of $1,028). Flying from Des Moines to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,619). 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 Australia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Australia. 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,033Average$1,515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,256Average$1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,340Average$1,488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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