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$683+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SYD
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/316:00 amCID - BNE
2 stops34h 20mDelta
Fri 11/710:40 amBNE - CID
2 stops28h 01mDelta
Deal found 10/29$1,142
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 10/318:00 amCID - BNE
2 stops30h 00mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/79:40 amBNE - CID
1 stop23h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,196
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Fri 10/313:50 pmOMA - SYD
1 stop23h 05mQantas Airways
Fri 11/72:55 pmSYD - OMA
2 stops25h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/30$1,251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Tue 12/93:38 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops24h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/164:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop23h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,253
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/25:14 pmDSM - SYD
2 stops22h 51mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/1612:10 pmSYD - DSM
2 stops25h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/56:05 amDSM - SYD
1 stop31h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/911:50 amSYD - DSM
1 stop27h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/163:12 pmCID - SYD
2 stops25h 03mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/2311:50 amSYD - CID
3 stops26h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,268
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sun 12/141:45 pmOMA - MEL
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/211:00 pmMEL - OMA
1 stop25h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,285
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/131:40 pmOMA - MEL
2 stops26h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/2011:30 amMEL - OMA
2 stops28h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sun 12/148:00 amDSM - MEL
2 stops32h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/211:00 pmMEL - DSM
2 stops24h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,290
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/138:47 amCID - MEL
2 stops32h 13mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/201:00 pmMEL - CID
2 stops62h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 11/137:00 amCID - SYD
2 stops32h 30mDelta
Mon 11/1710:40 amSYD - CID
2 stops28h 58mDelta
Deal found 10/28$1,310

Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Australia

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

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,253
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$683
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,541
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Australia that are best for you.

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Iowa

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Australia

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Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Wed 11/5

6:05 am-7:00 am

1 stop31h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/9

11:50 am-2:11 pm

1 stop19h 21m

$1,263

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 2/11

4:00 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 2/18

4:05 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop24h 37m

$1,266

Cedar RapidsSydney

CID - SYD

CIDSYD

Cedar Rapids

Sun 11/16

7:00 am-8:30 am

2 stops32h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/23

10:40 am-11:04 pm

2 stops29h 24m

$1,268

Cedar RapidsSydney

CID - SYD

CIDSYD

Cedar Rapids

Sun 11/16

3:12 pm-9:15 am

2 stops25h 03m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/23

11:50 am-9:29 pm

3 stops26h 39m

$1,268

OmahaMelbourne

OMA - MEL

OMAMEL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/3

8:15 am-9:30 am

2 stops32h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 3/10

12:00 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop25h 48m

$1,285

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

5:30 am-9:30 am

2 stops35h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 1/27

11:30 am-8:34 pm

2 stops26h 04m

$1,289

OmahaMelbourne

OMA - MEL

OMAMEL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 12/14

8:00 am-9:30 am

2 stops32h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 12/21

1:00 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops27h 30m

$1,290

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sun 12/14

11:35 am-9:30 am

2 stops28h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 12/21

1:00 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops27h 58m

$1,290

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sun 1/18

10:54 am-8:30 am

2 stops28h 36m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 5/13

9:25 am-10:24 pm

2 stops27h 59m

$1,297

OmahaSydney

OMA - SYD

OMASYD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/30

7:53 pm-8:05 am

1 stop20h 12m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/9

9:10 am-7:16 pm

1 stop25h 06m

$1,297

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Australia (average of $582). Flying from Iowa to Australia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,415). 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 IA to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa 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 October 30, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from Iowa to Australia by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Australia. 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 Iowa to Australia?

    Departing from Iowa to Australia will take you 24h 30m. There are 9365 mi between Iowa and Australia. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $683. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Iowa to Australia for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Australia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa 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 Iowa to Australia?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Australia (average of $582). Flying from Iowa to Australia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,415). 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 Iowa to Australia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$582Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,202Average$1,596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,344Average$1,511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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