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$693+ 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 10/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SYD
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,243
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$693
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,635
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 September 11, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/258:00 amDSM - SYD
3 stops57h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/111:50 amSYD - DSM
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,243
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/262:57 pmDSM - SYD
1 stop24h 03mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/211:50 amSYD - DSM
1 stop19h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$1,254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/243:53 pmDSM - MEL
1 stop21h 07mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/314:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop38h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/8$1,255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/263:10 pmDSM - MEL
1 stop26h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/24:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop35h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$1,258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 10/229:30 amDSM - MEL
1 stop27h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/294:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop23h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,261
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/252:28 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops24h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/112:00 pmMEL - DSM
2 stops26h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,268
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/267:00 amDSM - SYD
2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/211:50 amSYD - DSM
1 stop19h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$1,271
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/258:00 amDSM - SYD
2 stops33h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/111:50 amSYD - DSM
1 stop26h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,332
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/253:09 pmDSM - SYD
1 stop25h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/11:05 pmSYD - DSM
1 stop26h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sun 10/263:10 pmDSM - SYD
1 stop24h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/22:05 pmSYD - DSM
1 stop25h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,345
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Wed 9/174:09 pmDSM - SYD
1 stop23h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/2412:10 pmSYD - DSM
1 stop26h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,346
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Thu 10/233:10 pmDSM - HBA
2 stops31h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/306:00 amHBA - DSM
2 stops24h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/8$1,548

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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 September 11, 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 Moines

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Australia

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Return

Price

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sat 10/25

8:00 am-9:50 am

3 stops57h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/1

11:50 am-10:20 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$1,243

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sun 10/26

9:30 am-5:00 am

1 stop27h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 11/2

4:05 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop23h 49m

$1,262

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 10/22

3:10 pm-6:45 am

1 stop23h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 10/29

4:05 pm-9:00 am

1 stop32h 55m

$1,263

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

3:30 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 2/12

12:00 pm-5:12 pm

2 stops22h 12m

$1,265

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 2/7

1:44 pm-9:30 am

2 stops26h 46m

Melbourne

Thu 2/19

12:00 pm-5:12 pm

2 stops22h 12m

$1,265

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

1:44 pm-9:30 am

2 stops26h 46m

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

4:05 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$1,265

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

3:20 pm-9:30 am

1 stop25h 10m

Melbourne

Thu 2/5

12:00 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$1,265

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sat 10/25

8:00 am-9:05 am

2 stops33h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/1

11:50 am-10:20 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$1,332

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sat 10/25

3:09 pm-9:00 am

1 stop25h 51m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/1

1:05 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop26h 11m

$1,337

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sun 10/26

6:07 pm-9:00 am

2 stops22h 53m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/2

11:20 am-5:41 pm

2 stops22h 21m

$1,337

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Australia

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

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 $1,035). Flying from Des Moines to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,626). 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 September 11, 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 September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Australia. 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 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.

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

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Australia can take about 27h 30m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,262. The distance from Des Moines to Australia is about 9365 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 - Melbourne Avalon or Des Moines - Sydney Kingsford Smith 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.

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

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

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

    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 $1,035). Flying from Des Moines to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,626). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Australia

Discover the top 2 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,033Average$1,549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,344Average$1,488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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