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$998+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Melbourne

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DSM — MEL
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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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 June 12, 2025.

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$1,273
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$998
(United Airlines)

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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 June 12, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/22:58 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops28h 52mAir New Zealand
Tue 9/912:05 pmMEL - DSM
2 stops25h 23mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/10$1,273
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/269:15 amDSM - MEL
2 stops32h 00mSWISS
Sat 8/210:55 amMEL - DSM
2 stops24h 29mSWISS
Deal found 6/11$1,677
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 7/245:12 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops24h 03mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/3110:55 amMEL - DSM
2 stops27h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,689
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/268:00 amDSM - MEL
1 stop33h 15mAir Canada
Sat 8/210:55 amMEL - DSM
2 stops24h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$1,692
This CheapTickets.ch deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 CheapTickets.ch is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/258:00 amDSM - MEL
1 stop32h 30mAustrian Airlines
Fri 8/110:55 amMEL - DSM
2 stops24h 29mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,718
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/258:00 amDSM - MEL
1 stop32h 30mLufthansa
Fri 8/19:30 amMEL - DSM
2 stops27h 17mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$1,766
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 7/252:08 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops25h 37mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/13:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop32h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,792
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/243:59 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops29h 16mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/3112:55 pmMEL - DSM
2 stops25h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,933
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/26:13 pmDSM - AVV
2 stops35h 02mQantas Airways
Tue 9/98:55 pmAVV - DSM
2 stops41h 18mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/10$2,110
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/253:55 pmDSM - MEL
1 stop22h 05mQantas Airways
Fri 8/13:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop23h 44mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/10$2,339

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Melbourne 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 June 12, 2025.
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

Tue 9/2

2:58 pm-10:50 am

2 stops28h 52m

Melbourne

Tue 9/9

12:05 pm-10:28 pm

2 stops25h 23m

$1,273

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 7/26

9:15 am-8:15 am

2 stops32h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 8/2

10:55 am-8:24 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$1,677

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 7/24

5:12 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 03m

Melbourne

Thu 7/31

10:55 am-11:00 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$1,689

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 7/26

8:00 am-8:15 am

1 stop33h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 8/2

10:55 am-8:24 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$1,692

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 7/25

8:00 am-7:30 am

1 stop32h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 8/1

10:55 am-8:24 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$1,718

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 7/25

8:00 am-7:30 am

1 stop32h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 8/1

9:30 am-9:47 pm

2 stops27h 17m

$1,766

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 7/25

2:08 pm-6:45 am

2 stops25h 37m

Melbourne

Fri 8/1

3:05 pm-9:02 am

1 stop32h 57m

$1,792

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 7/24

3:59 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops29h 16m

Melbourne

Thu 7/31

12:55 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops25h 54m

$1,933

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Tue 9/2

6:13 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops35h 02m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 9/9

8:55 pm-11:13 pm

2 stops41h 18m

$2,110

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 7/25

3:55 pm-5:00 am

1 stop22h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 8/1

3:05 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop23h 44m

$2,339

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Melbourne

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

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 June 12, 2025.

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.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

DFW - NRT

This flight was operated by American Airlines. The food was barely tolerable. Mid flight sandwich was ice cold, could not be bothered to warm it up. Staff did not seem to like their jobs very much. Too many seats packed in to maximize profit. A true “cattle car” experience. Subsequent flight from Tokyo to HCMC was on Japan Airlines which was excellent. No comparison between JAL and AA. Unfortunately that’s just the way service is in America nowadays.

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 $1,273. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are SWISS, from $1,677, and American Airlines, from $1,686. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Melbourne for 18% 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.

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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

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United AirlinesCheapest$1,148Average$1,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,256Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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