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$763+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to New Zealand

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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — AKL
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jue. 10/16
jue. 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to New Zealand

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Round-trip from

$1,167
(Delta)

One-way from

$763
(Fareboom)

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November
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 16, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mié. 10/297:03 amDSM - AKL
2 stops30h 32mDelta
mié. 11/52:35 pmAKL - DSM
2 stops22h 09mDelta
Deal found 9/14$1,167
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
jue. 10/306:50 pmDSM - AKL
2 stops43h 20mUnited Airlines
jue. 11/63:50 pmAKL - DSM
2 stops20h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,238
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mié. 10/296:05 amDSM - AKL
1 stop29h 50mAir New Zealand
mié. 11/57:45 pmAKL - DSM
1 stop21h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/14$1,506
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/318:30 amDSM - AKL
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
vie. 11/76:15 amAKL - DSM
3 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,546
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/306:05 amDSM - AKL
1 stop29h 50mAir New Zealand
jue. 11/67:45 pmAKL - DSM
1 stop21h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/14$1,565
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
jue. 10/305:47 amDSM - AKL
2 stops31h 48mDelta
jue. 11/62:35 pmAKL - DSM
2 stops25h 28mDelta
Deal found 9/15$1,617
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mié. 10/296:05 amDSM - ZQN
2 stops33h 45mAir New Zealand
mié. 11/51:05 pmZQN - DSM
2 stops28h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/14$1,690
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Air New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/296:05 amDSM - DUD
2 stops42h 45mAir New Zealand
dom. 11/27:35 pmDUD - DSM
2 stops45h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/14$2,001
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
jue. 10/306:05 amDSM - DUD
2 stops38h 25mAir New Zealand
jue. 11/63:15 pmDUD - DSM
2 stops26h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/15$2,003
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/306:05 amDSM - ZQN
2 stops35h 20mAir New Zealand
jue. 11/610:35 amZQN - DSM
2 stops30h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/15$2,007
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
vie. 10/316:05 amDSM - DUD
2 stops42h 45mAir New Zealand
vie. 11/711:20 amDUD - DSM
3 stops30h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/15$2,045
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/312:57 pmDSM - ZQN
2 stops24h 53mAir New Zealand
vie. 11/77:00 amZQN - DSM
2 stops50h 11mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/15$2,106

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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New Zealand

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Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

mié. 10/29

7:03 am-7:35 am

2 stops30h 32m

Auckland Intl

mié. 11/5

2:35 pm-5:44 pm

2 stops22h 09m

$1,167

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

jue. 10/30

6:05 am-7:35 am

2 stops31h 30m

Auckland Intl

jue. 11/6

2:35 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$1,167

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

jue. 10/30

6:50 pm-8:10 am

2 stops43h 20m

Auckland Intl

jue. 11/6

3:50 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops20h 35m

$1,238

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

vie. 1/16

3:20 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops27h 20m

Auckland Intl

sáb. 1/31

3:00 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops26h 40m

$1,416

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

mié. 10/29

6:05 am-5:55 am

1 stop29h 50m

Auckland Intl

mié. 11/5

7:45 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$1,561

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

vie. 10/31

2:10 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops29h 30m

Auckland Intl

vie. 11/7

3:10 pm-2:46 pm

2 stops42h 36m

$1,607

Des MoinesQueenstown

DSM - ZQN

DSMZQN

Des Moines

mié. 10/29

6:05 am-9:50 am

2 stops33h 45m

Queenstown Intl

mié. 11/5

1:05 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops28h 15m

$1,690

Des MoinesDunedin

DSM - DUD

DSMDUD

Des Moines

mié. 10/29

6:05 am-6:50 pm

2 stops42h 45m

Dunedin

dom. 11/2

7:35 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops45h 45m

$2,001

Des MoinesDunedin

DSM - DUD

DSMDUD

Des Moines

jue. 10/30

6:05 am-2:30 pm

2 stops38h 25m

Dunedin

jue. 11/6

3:15 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$2,003

Des MoinesDunedin

DSM - DUD

DSMDUD

Des Moines

vie. 10/31

6:05 am-6:50 pm

2 stops42h 45m

Dunedin

vie. 11/7

11:20 am-10:20 pm

3 stops30h 00m

$2,045

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Deals found on 9/15

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

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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 septiembre 16, 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

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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 30h 32m. The distance between Des Moines and New Zealand is about 7909 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $763 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Fiji Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $943 and $1,295, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to New Zealand?

    The most popular route from Des Moines to New Zealand is Des Moines - Auckland Intl. You may also consider Des Moines - Dunedin or Des Moines - Queenstown Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to New Zealand that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to New Zealand flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to New Zealand?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to New Zealand.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to New Zealand?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to New Zealand 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 New Zealand?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Des Moines to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$793Average$1,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$999Average$1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,570Average$1,700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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