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$693+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Melbourne

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 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MEL
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lun. 8/18
lun. 8/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 agosto 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,252
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$693
(American Airlines)
From Des Moines to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on agosto 13, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
sáb. 9/2710:21 amDSM - MEL
2 stops29h 24mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 10/49:45 amMEL - DSM
2 stops23h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$1,252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
vie. 9/268:55 amDSM - MEL
2 stops29h 05mAmerican Airlines
vie. 10/39:45 amMEL - DSM
2 stops23h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
dom. 9/219:34 amDSM - MEL
1 stop28h 26mAmerican Airlines
dom. 9/283:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop23h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$1,260
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
vie. 9/266:12 pmDSM - AVV
2 stops28h 58mMultiple Airlines
vie. 10/36:00 amAVV - DSM
2 stops32h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$2,631
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 9/217:17 pmDSM - AVV
2 stops29h 48mQantas Airways
dom. 9/286:00 amAVV - DSM
2 stops27h 37mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/11$2,787
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/135:26 pmDSM - AVV
2 stops29h 24mQantas Airways
lun. 11/176:00 amAVV - DSM
2 stops27h 51mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/10$2,936

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

sáb. 9/27

10:21 am-6:45 am

2 stops29h 24m

Melbourne

sáb. 10/4

9:45 am-6:09 pm

2 stops23h 24m

$1,252

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

vie. 9/26

8:55 am-5:00 am

2 stops29h 05m

Melbourne

vie. 10/3

9:45 am-6:29 pm

2 stops23h 44m

$1,253

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

mié. 1/14

1:44 pm-5:00 am

1 stop22h 16m

Melbourne

vie. 1/30

4:05 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$1,260

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

dom. 9/21

9:34 am-5:00 am

1 stop28h 26m

Melbourne

dom. 9/28

3:05 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$1,260

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

lun. 1/19

3:20 pm-9:30 am

1 stop25h 10m

Melbourne

mié. 2/4

4:05 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$1,260

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

mié. 1/21

9:22 am-5:00 am

1 stop26h 38m

Melbourne

mié. 2/4

4:05 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$1,260

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

lun. 1/19

5:48 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops29h 02m

Melbourne Avalon

mié. 2/4

10:20 am-4:18 pm

2 stops22h 58m

$1,886

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

mié. 1/21

5:48 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops29h 02m

Melbourne Avalon

mié. 2/4

6:00 am-4:18 pm

2 stops27h 18m

$2,111

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

jue. 1/22

5:48 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops29h 02m

Melbourne Avalon

jue. 2/5

6:00 am-4:18 pm

2 stops27h 18m

$2,211

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

vie. 9/26

6:12 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops28h 58m

Melbourne Avalon

vie. 10/3

6:00 am-11:13 pm

2 stops32h 13m

$2,631

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

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Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from Des Moines to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated agosto 13, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and United Airlines from Des Moines to Melbourne 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,920 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Melbourne?

    For a flight from Des Moines to Melbourne, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 2 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Des Moines on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Melbourne round-trip from $1,252. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Qantas Airways.

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

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  • 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?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Des Moines to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Melbourne. 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 agosto 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,081Average$1,556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,256Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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