What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida round-trip?

Currently priced at $402, Delta will fly you from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $423. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida for 15% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida?

Thursday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Melbourne, Florida.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 42 days in advance to save up to 39% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 42 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $201, or $287 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida?

May is one of the best times of the year to fly to Melbourne, Florida from Des Moines. Prices for May average $310 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $144. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a May flight can save you 24% on your journey compared to booking in December

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

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

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

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Round-trip from	$402 (Delta)
Popular in	December
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Average price	$415

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Fri 6/275:40 amDSM - MLB

1 stop7h 23mDelta

Fri 7/45:50 amMLB - DSM

1 stop7h 24mDelta

Deal found 5/12

$402

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2 stops11h 01mAmerican Airlines

Fri 7/46:33 amMLB - DSM

2 stops11h 37mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 5/12

$423

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Fri 6/275:40 amDSM - MLB

1 stop7h 23mDelta

Fri 7/45:50 amMLB - DSM

1 stop7h 24mDelta

Deal found 5/12

$402

Fri 6/275:00 amDSM - MLB

2 stops11h 01mAmerican Airlines

Fri 7/46:33 amMLB - DSM

2 stops11h 37mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 5/12

$423

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Fri 6/275:40 amDSM - MLB

1 stop7h 23mDelta

Fri 7/45:50 amMLB - DSM

1 stop7h 24mDelta

Deal found 5/12

$402

Fri 6/275:00 amDSM - MLB

2 stops11h 01mAmerican Airlines

Fri 7/46:33 amMLB - DSM

2 stops11h 37mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 5/12

$423

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Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Melbourne, Florida flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Melbourne, Florida flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida (average of $305). Flying from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida in March is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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 MLB?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne, Florida ranges from 2.1 - 7.7 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.7 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne, Florida when rainfall is around 2.1 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, Florida, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,946 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,946 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,946 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,946 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida round-trip?
Currently priced at $402, Delta will fly you from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as $423. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida for 15% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Melbourne?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Melbourne.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Melbourne?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Melbourne 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 Melbourne, Florida?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida (average of $305). Flying from Des Moines to Melbourne, Florida in March is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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 Melbourne

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Delta	Cheapest$296	Average$449	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$296	Average$451	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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