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$937+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Brisbane (BNE)

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 10/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BNE
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Brisbane (BNE). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,586
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$937
(American Airlines)
From Des Moines to Brisbane
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Brisbane
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Brisbane. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

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 - BNE
1 stop22h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/27:40 pmBNE - DSM
1 stop35h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$1,586
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/266:05 amDSM - BNE
2 stops33h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/211:40 amBNE - DSM
2 stops25h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$1,612
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 - BNE
1 stop23h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/18:40 amBNE - DSM
1 stop29h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,693

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Brisbane 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 Brisbane that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Brisbane

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Depart

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Price

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Sun 10/26

3:10 pm-5:00 am

1 stop22h 50m

Brisbane

Sun 11/2

7:40 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop35h 10m

$1,586

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Mon 10/27

2:28 pm-5:00 am

2 stops23h 32m

Brisbane

Mon 11/3

7:40 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops20h 19m

$1,592

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Sat 10/25

3:09 pm-5:25 am

1 stop23h 16m

Brisbane

Sat 11/1

8:40 am-11:16 pm

1 stop29h 36m

$1,694

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Sun 10/26

2:35 pm-5:00 am

2 stops23h 25m

$937

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Sun 10/26

3:48 pm-9:40 am

3 stops26h 52m

$2,782

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Deals found on 9/10

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

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Brisbane. 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.

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to Brisbane at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 3% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Brisbane

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Brisbane. 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 Brisbane. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines from Des Moines to Brisbane 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

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

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

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

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 Brisbane. 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 Des Moines to Brisbane?

    For as low as $1,586, American Airlines can have you in Brisbane from Des Moines in 22h 50m. The distance from Des Moines to Brisbane is about 8600 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Brisbane round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Brisbane round-trip from $1,033.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Brisbane 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 Brisbane?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Brisbane (average of $1,013). Flying from Des Moines to Brisbane in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,627). 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 airline flying from Des Moines to Brisbane

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to Brisbane. 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$1,522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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