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$865+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to New Zealand

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — AKL
Jan 22 — Jan 291
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to New Zealand
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Wed 12/246:00 amDSM - AKL
2 stops28h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/267:45 pmAKL - DSM
2 stops23h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$2,525
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/243:28 pmDSM - AKL
1 stop22h 42mQantas Airways
Fri 12/261:20 pmAKL - DSM
1 stop20h 38mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/20$2,666
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/302:40 pmDSM - AKL
3 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/201:15 pmAKL - DSM
3 stops29h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$26,673
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/303:14 pmDSM - AKL
2 stops49h 01mEmirates
Tue 1/209:05 pmAKL - DSM
2 stops44h 25mEmirates
Deal found 12/22$29,566

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$861
(American Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,002
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Auckland Intl flight deals.
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From Des Moines to New Zealand
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($2 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($64 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Tue 2/3

4:00 pm-9:55 am

2 stops22h 55m

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/10

1:20 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$865

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Fri 2/20

8:00 am-9:10 am

2 stops30h 10m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/4

3:50 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops26h 53m

$865

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

6:19 am-8:35 am

2 stops31h 16m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/25

1:35 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops25h 35m

$865

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

5:56 pm-9:10 am

1 stop20h 14m

Auckland Intl

Wed 3/25

12:20 pm-7:57 pm

2 stops25h 37m

$865

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

6:17 pm-9:55 am

2 stops20h 38m

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/12

1:20 pm-5:36 pm

2 stops23h 16m

$865

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Mon 4/6

4:25 pm-6:50 am

2 stops45h 25m

Auckland Intl

Thu 4/23

1:00 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops19h 44m

$881

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Wed 2/4

6:48 pm-9:10 am

2 stops43h 22m

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/11

3:50 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$882

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Tue 4/7

4:25 pm-6:50 am

2 stops21h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sat 4/25

1:00 pm-9:08 pm

2 stops25h 08m

$915

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Mon 4/6

4:25 pm-6:50 am

2 stops45h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sat 4/25

1:00 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops19h 44m

$931

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Wed 2/4

11:26 am-8:35 am

2 stops26h 09m

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/11

2:35 pm-3:41 pm

2 stops20h 06m

$964

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Deals found on 12/21

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

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A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Des Moines to New Zealand in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to New Zealand, such as Air New Zealand, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

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

    If you book a flight to New Zealand from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to New Zealand?

    Departing from Des Moines to New Zealand will take you 22h 55m. The distance between Des Moines and New Zealand is about 7909 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to New Zealand

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to New Zealand. 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$793Average$1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$999Average$1,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,014Average$1,673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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