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$1,027+ 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 6/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MEL
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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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 April 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,696
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$1,027
(United 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 April 29, 2025.

This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/12:57 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops28h 53mAir New Zealand
Fri 8/88:35 amMEL - DSM
2 stops28h 42mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/27$1,355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Fri 8/18:00 amDSM - MEL
3 stops33h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/810:55 amMEL - DSM
2 stops28h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,555
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 9/54:05 pmDSM - MEL
1 stop21h 55mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/123:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop22h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,609
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/57:43 pmDSM - AVV
2 stops27h 27mQantas Airways
Fri 9/126:00 amAVV - DSM
2 stops27h 31mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,804
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/103:47 pmDSM - MEL
1 stop22h 13mQantas Airways
Tue 6/173:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop24h 01mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/27$2,142
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/133:47 pmDSM - MEL
1 stop22h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/203:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop24h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$2,381
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 6/129:19 amDSM - MEL
3 stops34h 46mAir Canada
Thu 6/196:00 amMEL - DSM
3 stops32h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$2,680
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/185:49 amDSM - MEL
2 stops37h 41mCathay Pacific
Sun 1/412:45 amMEL - DSM
2 stops38h 21mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/27$3,702

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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 April 29, 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

Fri 6/13

8:00 am-8:15 am

3 stops33h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 6/20

9:30 am-4:16 pm

2 stops21h 46m

$1,696

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Tue 5/20

5:27 pm-11:30 am

2 stops27h 03m

Melbourne

Sat 5/24

12:55 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops25h 01m

$1,731

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Tue 5/20

5:27 pm-5:00 am

1 stop20h 33m

Melbourne

Sat 5/24

11:55 am-11:58 pm

2 stops27h 03m

$2,214

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 6/13

3:47 pm-5:00 am

1 stop22h 13m

Melbourne

Fri 6/20

3:05 pm-12:06 am

1 stop24h 01m

$2,219

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Tue 5/20

5:27 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops29h 43m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 5/24

8:55 pm-4:37 pm

2 stops34h 42m

$2,667

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 6/13

1:30 pm-7:30 am

2 stops27h 00m

$1,027

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 6/13

9:34 am-5:00 am

1 stop28h 26m

$1,081

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Deals found on 4/29

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 April 29, 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 April 29, 2025.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you

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.

  • 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 $1,696. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $2,214, and Qantas Airways, from $2,219.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Melbourne one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,027. American Airlines flights start at $1,081 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $1,415 one-way.

  • 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?

    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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,081Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,256Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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