$837+ 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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SYD
May 11 — May 181
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to AustraliaExplore 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 April 11, 2026.
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 April 11, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Tue 5/195:17 pm
DSM
- SYD
2 stops22h 38m
United Airlines
Tue 5/269:30 am
SYD
- DSM
2 stops26h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/6![United Airlines logo]()
$1,474
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 5/225:17 pm
DSM
- MEL
2 stops23h 13m
United Airlines
Fri 5/299:30 am
MEL
- DSM
2 stops23h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/6![United Airlines logo]()
$1,474
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Mon 5/256:47 pm
DSM
- SYD
1 stop21h 18m
American Airlines
Mon 6/19:10 am
SYD
- DSM
1 stop24h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/10![American Airlines logo]()
$1,476
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/255:17 pm
DSM
- SYD
2 stops22h 43m
United Airlines
Mon 6/19:30 am
SYD
- DSM
2 stops23h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,479
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Wed 6/39:41 am
DSM
- SYD
1 stop30h 14m
American Airlines
Tue 6/309:10 am
SYD
- DSM
1 stop24h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/8![American Airlines logo]()
$1,482
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/253:01 pm
DSM
- MEL
2 stops26h 14m
United Airlines
Mon 6/110:55 am
MEL
- DSM
2 stops24h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,485
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 5/2010:56 am
DSM
- SYD
2 stops28h 54m
Delta
Wed 5/279:15 am
SYD
- DSM
2 stops26h 57m
Delta
Deal found 4/6![Delta logo]()
$1,490
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Fri 5/226:15 am
DSM
- MEL
2 stops34h 35m
Delta
Fri 5/2910:00 am
MEL
- DSM
2 stops26h 12m
Delta
Deal found 4/6![Delta logo]()
$1,490
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/207:01 am
DSM
- MEL
2 stops33h 49m
Delta
Wed 5/2710:00 am
MEL
- DSM
2 stops26h 12m
Delta
Deal found 4/8![Delta logo]()
$1,491
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/249:14 am
DSM
- MEL
2 stops32h 01m
United Airlines
Sun 5/319:30 am
MEL
- DSM
2 stops24h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/11![United Airlines logo]()
$1,588
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/73:23 pm
DSM
- BNE
1 stop22h 27m
American Airlines
Sat 11/141:10 pm
BNE
- DSM
2 stops25h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/9![American Airlines logo]()
$1,596
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/231:35 pm
DSM
- MEL
2 stops27h 40m
United Airlines
Sat 5/3010:55 am
MEL
- DSM
2 stops24h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/8![United Airlines logo]()
$1,603
Best flights from Des Moines to AustraliaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Australia that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Australia that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 11, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Tue 5/195:17 pm
DSM
- SYD
2 stops22h 38m
United Airlines
Tue 5/269:30 am
SYD
- DSM
2 stops26h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/6![United Airlines logo]()
$1,474
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 6/39:41 am
DSM
- SYD
1 stop30h 14m
American Airlines
Tue 6/309:10 am
SYD
- DSM
1 stop24h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/10![American Airlines logo]()
$1,485
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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.
Fri 5/225:27 am
DSM
- MEL
2 stops35h 23m
Delta
Fri 5/2910:00 am
MEL
- DSM
2 stops26h 12m
Delta
Deal found 4/7![Delta logo]()
$1,490
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 5/206:56 pm
DSM
- DRW
2 stops39h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/261:50 am
DRW
- DSM
2 stops36h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,715
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/411:09 am
DSM
- MEL
2 stops39h 06m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/810:45 pm
MEL
- DSM
2 stops40h 04m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,004
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/245:17 pm
DSM
- MEL
3 stops27h 18m
Air Canada
Sun 5/318:45 pm
MEL
- DSM
3 stops41h 59m
Air Canada
Deal found 4/9![Air Canada logo]()
$2,282
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/287:02 pm
DSM
- AVV
2 stops30h 03m
Qantas Airways
Sun 7/56:00 am
AVV
- DSM
2 stops25h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/10![Qantas Airways logo]()
$2,460
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Wed 6/33:01 pm
DSM
- SYD
2 stops24h 59m
United Airlines
Tue 6/3010:20 am
SYD
- DSM
2 stops22h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/6![United Airlines logo]()
$1,490
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 5/2011:57 am
DSM
- MEL
2 stops28h 53m
Delta
Wed 5/2710:00 am
MEL
- DSM
2 stops27h 32m
Delta
Deal found 4/6![Delta logo]()
$1,490
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Thu 5/214:48 pm
DSM
- SYD
1 stop23h 07m
American Airlines
Tue 6/912:00 pm
SYD
- DSM
1 stop25h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/10![American Airlines logo]()
$1,535
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Thu 5/215:30 am
DSM
- SYD
1 stop34h 25m
American Airlines
Thu 5/289:10 am
SYD
- DSM
1 stop24h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/6![American Airlines logo]()
$1,585
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 5/221:35 pm
DSM
- SYD
2 stops26h 25m
United Airlines
Sat 6/139:30 am
SYD
- DSM
2 stops21h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/7![United Airlines logo]()
$1,590
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/253:16 pm
DSM
- MEL
2 stops25h 59m
United Airlines
Mon 6/17:15 am
MEL
- DSM
3 stops24h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,609
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/246:15 am
DSM
- SYD
2 stops33h 35m
Delta
Sun 5/319:15 am
SYD
- DSM
2 stops26h 57m
Delta
Deal found 4/8![Delta logo]()
$1,809
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/259:41 am
DSM
- BNE
2 stops40h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/14:35 pm
BNE
- DSM
3 stops45h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,070
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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.
Tue 5/261:48 pm
DSM
- BNE
2 stops24h 12m
American Airlines
Tue 6/28:35 pm
BNE
- DSM
1 stop36h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/11![American Airlines logo]()
$1,735
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/255:17 pm
DSM
- BNE
2 stops22h 13m
United Airlines
Mon 6/17:05 am
BNE
- DSM
3 stops28h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,707
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Mon 5/252:23 pm
DSM
- BNE
2 stops23h 37m
American Airlines
Mon 6/18:35 pm
BNE
- DSM
2 stops26h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/10![American Airlines logo]()
$1,735
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/27:09 pm
DSM
- BNE
2 stops55h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/64:55 pm
BNE
- DSM
3 stops46h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,110
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/231:48 pm
DSM
- PER
2 stops33h 27m
Qatar Airways
Sat 5/3010:55 pm
PER
- DSM
2 stops38h 12m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,376
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/82:24 pm
DSM
- PER
3 stops31h 51m
Qantas Airways
Sun 6/1411:55 pm
PER
- DSM
3 stops29h 08m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/9![Qantas Airways logo]()
$2,544
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Sat 5/232:24 pm
DSM
- MEL
2 stops25h 21m
American Airlines
Sat 5/309:45 am
MEL
- DSM
1 stop23h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/8![American Airlines logo]()
$1,746
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 5/226:47 pm
DSM
- PER
2 stops29h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/2812:50 am
PER
- DSM
2 stops30h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/233:01 pm
DSM
- MEL
2 stops26h 14m
United Airlines
Sat 5/307:00 am
MEL
- DSM
3 stops24h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/8![United Airlines logo]()
$1,969
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/2511:23 am
DSM
- HBA
4 stops38h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/18:25 pm
HBA
- DSM
3 stops39h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,175
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/254:48 pm
DSM
- DRW
3 stops40h 52m
Qantas Airways
Sun 5/311:15 am
DRW
- DSM
2 stops29h 18m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/10![Qantas Airways logo]()
$2,632
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/234:48 pm
DSM
- DRW
2 stops33h 57m
Qantas Airways
Sat 5/301:05 pm
DRW
- DSM
2 stops41h 28m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/8![Qantas Airways logo]()
$2,674
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/255:17 pm
DSM
- DRW
3 stops29h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/311:15 am
DRW
- DSM
3 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/84:48 pm
DSM
- PER
2 stops29h 27m
American Airlines
Sun 6/1411:45 pm
PER
- DSM
2 stops31h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/9![American Airlines logo]()
$2,032
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/254:48 pm
DSM
- HBA
2 stops32h 02m
Qantas Airways
Mon 6/16:05 am
HBA
- DSM
3 stops27h 02m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/10![Qantas Airways logo]()
$2,703
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to AustraliaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Australia. Data last updated April 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Australia. Data last updated April 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Tue 5/195:17 pm
DSM
- SYD
2 stops22h 38m
United Airlines
Tue 5/269:30 am
SYD
- DSM
2 stops26h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/6![United Airlines logo]()
$1,474
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 5/2010:56 am
DSM
- SYD
2 stops28h 54m
Delta
Wed 5/279:15 am
SYD
- DSM
2 stops26h 57m
Delta
Deal found 4/6![Delta logo]()
$1,490
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/207:01 am
DSM
- MEL
2 stops33h 49m
Delta
Wed 5/2710:00 am
MEL
- DSM
2 stops26h 12m
Delta
Deal found 4/8![Delta logo]()
$1,491
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 5/206:56 pm
DSM
- SYD
1 stop21h 34m
American Airlines
Wed 5/279:10 am
SYD
- DSM
1 stop24h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/6![American Airlines logo]()
$1,493
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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 5/225:17 pm
DSM
- MEL
2 stops23h 13m
United Airlines
Fri 5/299:30 am
MEL
- DSM
2 stops23h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/6![United Airlines logo]()
$1,474
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Fri 5/226:15 am
DSM
- MEL
2 stops34h 35m
Delta
Fri 5/2910:00 am
MEL
- DSM
2 stops26h 12m
Delta
Deal found 4/6![Delta logo]()
$1,490
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/231:35 pm
DSM
- MEL
2 stops27h 40m
United Airlines
Sat 5/3010:55 am
MEL
- DSM
2 stops24h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/8![United Airlines logo]()
$1,603
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Sun 5/244:48 pm
DSM
- SYD
2 stops23h 17m
American Airlines
Sun 5/319:10 am
SYD
- DSM
2 stops24h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/8![American Airlines logo]()
$1,489
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/249:14 am
DSM
- MEL
2 stops32h 01m
United Airlines
Sun 5/319:30 am
MEL
- DSM
2 stops24h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/11![United Airlines logo]()
$1,588
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Mon 5/256:47 pm
DSM
- SYD
1 stop21h 43m
American Airlines
Mon 6/19:10 am
SYD
- DSM
2 stops21h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/10![American Airlines logo]()
$1,476
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/255:17 pm
DSM
- SYD
2 stops22h 43m
United Airlines
Mon 6/19:30 am
SYD
- DSM
2 stops23h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,479
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/255:17 pm
DSM
- MEL
2 stops23h 58m
United Airlines
Mon 6/110:55 am
MEL
- DSM
2 stops25h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/10![United Airlines logo]()
$1,485
One-way flights from Des Moines to AustraliaSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Australia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Australia. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 11, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/158:00 am
DSM
- MEL
2 stops33h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/9![United Airlines logo]()
$837
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Mon 5/252:23 pm
DSM
- SYD
2 stops25h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/10![American Airlines logo]()
$843
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Fri 5/225:27 am
DSM
- MEL
2 stops35h 23m
Delta
Deal found 4/6![Delta logo]()
$844
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/255:27 am
DSM
- MEL
2 stops35h 23m
Delta
Deal found 4/10![Delta logo]()
$845
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/91:35 pm
DSM
- SYD
2 stops50h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/10![United Airlines logo]()
$868
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 5/224:48 pm
DSM
- SYD
2 stops23h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/7![American Airlines logo]()
$903
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/96:56 pm
DSM
- SYD
1 stop21h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/10![American Airlines logo]()
$908
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/175:17 pm
DSM
- SYD
2 stops46h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/9![United Airlines logo]()
$934
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/110:14 pm
DSM
- HBA
3 stops43h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$940
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/153:32 pm
DSM
- MEL
3 stops41h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$948
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Mon 5/254:48 pm
DSM
- DRW
2 stops41h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$951
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/49:01 pm
DSM
- MEL
3 stops35h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$965
Find 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 April 11, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,474 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $837 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $1,453 |
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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 April 11, 2026.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Des MoinesSydney
DSM - SYD
DSMSYD
Des Moines
Tue 5/19
5:17 pm-6:55 am
2 stops22h 38m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 5/26
9:30 am-8:30 pm
2 stops26h 00m
$1,474
Des MoinesSydney
DSM - SYD
DSMSYD
Des Moines
Wed 6/3
9:41 am-6:55 am
1 stop30h 14m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 6/30
9:10 am-6:17 pm
1 stop24h 07m
$1,485
Des MoinesMelbourne
DSM - MEL
DSMMEL
Des Moines
Fri 5/22
5:27 am-7:50 am
2 stops35h 23m
Melbourne
Fri 5/29
10:00 am-9:12 pm
2 stops26h 12m
$1,490
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesSydney
DSM - SYD
DSMSYD
Des Moines
Wed 6/3
3:01 pm-7:00 am
2 stops24h 59m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 6/30
10:20 am-6:14 pm
2 stops22h 54m
$1,490
Des MoinesMelbourne
DSM - MEL
DSMMEL
Des Moines
Wed 5/20
11:57 am-7:50 am
2 stops28h 53m
Melbourne
Wed 5/27
10:00 am-10:32 pm
2 stops27h 32m
$1,490
Des MoinesSydney
DSM - SYD
DSMSYD
Des Moines
Thu 5/21
4:48 pm-6:55 am
1 stop23h 07m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 6/9
12:00 pm-10:52 pm
1 stop25h 52m
$1,535
Des MoinesSydney
DSM - SYD
DSMSYD
Des Moines
Thu 5/21
5:30 am-6:55 am
1 stop34h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 5/28
9:10 am-6:17 pm
1 stop24h 07m
$1,585
Des MoinesSydney
DSM - SYD
DSMSYD
Des Moines
Fri 5/22
1:35 pm-7:00 am
2 stops26h 25m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 6/13
9:30 am-4:15 pm
2 stops21h 45m
$1,590
Des MoinesMelbourne
DSM - MEL
DSMMEL
Des Moines
Mon 5/25
3:16 pm-8:15 am
2 stops25h 59m
Melbourne
Mon 6/1
7:15 am-4:15 pm
3 stops24h 00m
$1,609
Des MoinesBrisbane
DSM - BNE
DSMBNE
Des Moines
Mon 5/25
5:17 pm-6:30 am
2 stops22h 13m
Brisbane
Mon 6/1
7:05 am-8:30 pm
3 stops28h 25m
$1,707
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Australia?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Australia (average of $1,135). Flying from Des Moines to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,548). 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.
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 April 11, 2026.
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.
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentDane,Jan 2026
TYS - IAD
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentDane,Jan 2026
TYS - IAD
Comfort
7.3
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentDane,Jan 2026
TYS - IAD
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$1,135 | Average$1,468 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$1,160 | Average$1,534 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |