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$723+ 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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MEL
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Melbourne

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 January 29, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/133:26 pm
DSM
-
MEL
1 stop21h 34m
American Airlines
Fri 3/204:05 pm
MEL
-
DSM
1 stop23h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,260
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sat 3/143:26 pm
DSM
-
MEL
2 stops26h 04m
American Airlines
Sat 3/214:05 pm
MEL
-
DSM
1 stop23h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/1310:28 am
DSM
-
MEL
2 stops28h 32m
Delta
Fri 3/209:10 am
MEL
-
DSM
2 stops40h 49m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$1,273
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/132:59 pm
DSM
-
MEL
2 stops25h 31m
United Airlines
Fri 3/2010:30 am
MEL
-
DSM
2 stops21h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,295
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/133:26 pm
DSM
-
AVV
2 stops32h 24m
Qantas Airways
Fri 3/206:00 am
AVV
-
DSM
2 stops28h 47m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/27$2,581
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/2511:17 am
DSM
-
AVV
2 stops42h 58m
Qantas Airways
Sun 3/14:25 pm
AVV
-
DSM
2 stops42h 03m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/28$2,898
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/135:04 pm
DSM
-
AVV
3 stops30h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/206:00 am
AVV
-
DSM
3 stops26h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$3,057
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/17:05 pm
DSM
-
AVV
2 stops28h 05m
Qantas Airways
Mon 5/46:00 am
AVV
-
DSM
2 stops27h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/28$3,247

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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 January 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,260
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$723
(American Airlines)
From Des Moines to Melbourne
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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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Price

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 3/13

3:26 pm-5:00 am

1 stop21h 34m

Melbourne

Fri 3/20

4:05 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop23h 37m

$1,260

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 3/14

3:26 pm-9:30 am

2 stops26h 04m

Melbourne

Sat 3/21

4:05 pm-10:34 am

1 stop34h 29m

$1,260

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 3/13

10:28 am-7:00 am

2 stops28h 32m

Melbourne

Fri 3/20

9:10 am-9:59 am

2 stops40h 49m

$1,273

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Fri 3/13

3:26 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops32h 24m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 3/20

6:00 am-6:47 pm

2 stops28h 47m

$2,581

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

11:17 am-11:15 pm

2 stops42h 58m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 3/1

4:25 pm-5:28 pm

2 stops42h 03m

$2,898

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Fri 3/13

5:04 pm-3:50 pm

3 stops30h 46m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 3/20

6:00 am-4:07 pm

3 stops26h 07m

$3,057

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Fri 5/1

7:05 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 5/4

6:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops27h 35m

$3,247

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sun 2/15

3:08 pm-9:30 am

1 stop25h 22m

$723

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 3/14

2:59 pm-8:30 am

2 stops25h 31m

$736

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Tue 2/3

5:09 pm-9:30 am

2 stops23h 21m

$736

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Deals found on 1/27

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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 January 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with 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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Susie,Jan 2026

CLT - TPA

This flight was delayed 3 or 4 times. We had boarded the plane, sat on plane for a good 30 minutes, then we had to board the aircraft, walk to a different gate, wait and then board another aircraft. We arrived in Tampa 4 hours later than the original booking. I feel there should have been some sort of compensation especially for the advantage members.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Susie,Jan 2026

CLT - TPA

This flight was delayed 3 or 4 times. We had boarded the plane, sat on plane for a good 30 minutes, then we had to board the aircraft, walk to a different gate, wait and then board another aircraft. We arrived in Tampa 4 hours later than the original booking. I feel there should have been some sort of compensation especially for the advantage members.

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. 1 airline has 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 21h 34m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 50m. 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 is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Melbourne round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Melbourne round-trip from $1,135.

  • 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 airline flying from Des Moines to Melbourne

Discover the top airline 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,135Average$1,429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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