HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Des Moines

$1,129+ Cheap flights from Australia to Des Moines (DSM)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — DSM
Aug 6 — Aug 131
Wed 8/6
Wed 8/13
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Australia to Des Moines with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated August 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,966
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,169
From Australia to Des Moines
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($242 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($69 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Australia to Des Moines

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

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/1510:55 amMEL - DSM
2 stops25h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/228:00 amDSM - MEL
3 stops33h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,129
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/153:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop23h 08mQantas Airways
Mon 9/226:12 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops25h 23mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/31$1,256
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/158:30 pmMEL - DSM
3 stops42h 11mAir Canada
Mon 9/225:15 pmDSM - MEL
3 stops27h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 7/31$1,556
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.
Wed 10/157:45 amPER - DSM
2 stops43h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/197:31 pmDSM - PER
2 stops49h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,966
This Qatar Airways 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1510:45 pmPER - DSM
2 stops59h 28mQatar Airways
Sun 10/1912:49 pmDSM - PER
2 stops40h 51mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/30$2,112

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Australia to Des Moines 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 August 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Australia

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Mon 9/15

10:55 am-9:45 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Des Moines

Mon 9/22

8:00 am-8:15 am

3 stops33h 15m

$1,129

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Mon 9/15

3:05 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop23h 08m

Des Moines

Mon 9/22

6:12 pm-10:35 am

2 stops25h 23m

$1,256

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Mon 9/15

8:30 pm-11:41 pm

3 stops42h 11m

Des Moines

Mon 9/22

5:15 pm-11:35 am

3 stops27h 20m

$1,556

PerthDes Moines

PER - DSM

PERDSM

Perth

Wed 10/15

7:45 am-2:35 pm

2 stops43h 50m

Des Moines

Sun 10/19

7:31 pm-10:15 am

2 stops49h 44m

$1,966

PerthDes Moines

PER - DSM

PERDSM

Perth

Wed 10/15

10:45 pm-9:13 pm

2 stops59h 28m

Des Moines

Sun 10/19

12:49 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops40h 51m

$2,112

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/31

Best time to book a flight from Australia to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Australia with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Australia to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 AU to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 1, 2025.

When flying from Australia to Des Moines, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated August 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways and American Airlines from Australia to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Related info for your journey

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

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Australia to Des Moines. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Des Moines’s city center.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Australia to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Des Moines?

Book flights to Des Moines if you plan to visit one of these locations
Altoona
Ames
Johnston
Boone
West Des Moines
Ankeny

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Australia to Des Moines

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Melbourne to Des Moines flights
Brisbane to Cedar Rapids flights
Perth to Des Moines flights
Brisbane to Moline flights
Brisbane to Omaha flights

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.