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$678+ 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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MEL
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Sat 11/22
Sat 11/29
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 23, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 12/711:29 amDSM - MEL
1 stop24h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/144:05 pmMEL - DSM
2 stops23h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/23$1,250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 12/63:49 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops24h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/134:05 pmMEL - DSM
2 stops23h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/22$1,252
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/75:25 pmDSM - AVV
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/146:00 amAVV - DSM
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$2,636
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/73:39 pmDSM - AVV
2 stops29h 31mQantas Airways
Thu 11/138:10 amAVV - DSM
2 stops25h 36mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/21$4,507
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/65:26 pmDSM - AVV
2 stops29h 24mQantas Airways
Thu 11/134:25 pmAVV - DSM
2 stops39h 31mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/22$14,546

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 October 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,250
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$678
(American Airlines)
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Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sun 12/7

11:29 am-5:00 am

1 stop24h 31m

Melbourne

Sun 12/14

4:05 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops23h 24m

$1,251

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

3:49 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 41m

Melbourne

Sat 12/13

4:05 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops23h 24m

$1,252

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

2:53 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 37m

Melbourne

Fri 12/12

11:30 am-8:48 pm

2 stops26h 18m

$1,275

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 12/3

11:21 am-5:00 am

1 stop24h 39m

Melbourne

Wed 12/10

10:45 am-4:51 pm

2 stops23h 06m

$1,283

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

8:00 am-10:00 am

2 stops33h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 12/13

11:30 am-4:12 pm

2 stops21h 42m

$1,288

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

5:51 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops28h 59m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 2/5

10:20 am-5:06 pm

2 stops23h 46m

$2,211

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

3:59 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops30h 51m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-11:23 pm

2 stops34h 23m

$2,546

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Sun 12/7

5:25 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops36h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 12/14

6:00 am-4:40 pm

2 stops27h 40m

$2,636

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Mon 3/16

3:30 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops32h 20m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 3/20

4:25 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops35h 40m

$2,940

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

3:59 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops29h 11m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 2/4

10:20 am-5:06 pm

2 stops23h 46m

$3,197

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

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 23, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% 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 October 23, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,995 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,995 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,995 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,995 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Melbourne. 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 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.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Melbourne?

    American Airlines and Qantas Airways can get you from Des Moines to Melbourne in just under 24h 31m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 28m. Des Moines and Melbourne are separated by a distance of 9365 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $1,148. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is American 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.

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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 October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,148Average$1,693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,298Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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