$863+ 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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — AKL
Nov 21 — Nov 281
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to New ZealandExplore 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 October 22, 2026.
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 October 22, 2026.
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Thu 12/39:45 am -
2 stops31h 35m
Thu 12/106:50 am -
2 stops26h 54m
Deal found 10/19![Qantas Airways logo]()
$897
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Thu 12/33:31 pm -
2 stops31h 29m
Thu 12/107:30 am -
3 stops27h 43m
Deal found 10/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$913
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sun 12/69:30 am -
2 stops28h 40m
Sun 12/133:50 pm -
2 stops22h 29m
Deal found 10/21![United Airlines logo]()
$914
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2911:00 am -
2 stops26h 55m
Sun 12/62:45 pm -
2 stops38h 36m
Deal found 10/22![Delta logo]()
$931
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sat 11/79:37 am -
2 stops31h 43m
Sat 11/216:10 am -
2 stops27h 25m
Deal found 10/21![Qantas Airways logo]()
$959
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/299:45 am -
2 stops31h 35m
Sat 12/56:50 am -
2 stops26h 54m
Deal found 10/22![Qantas Airways logo]()
$963
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/41:15 pm -
3 stops29h 50m
Fri 12/117:30 am -
2 stops30h 22m
Deal found 10/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$964
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/299:45 am -
2 stops34h 10m
Sat 12/57:30 am -
3 stops29h 22m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$968
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Tue 12/296:00 am -
2 stops36h 25m
Thu 1/2110:10 am -
2 stops31h 20m
Deal found 10/21![Air New Zealand logo]()
$1,010
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/68:00 am -
1 stop26h 45m
Sun 12/133:50 pm -
2 stops19h 23m
Deal found 10/21![Air New Zealand logo]()
$1,039
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/296:04 pm -
3 stops34h 55m
Thu 1/219:55 am -
3 stops33h 31m
Deal found 10/21![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,172
Best flights from Des Moines to New ZealandDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to New Zealand that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 22, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to New Zealand that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 22, 2026.
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Sun 1/3110:26 am -
3 stops32h 39m
Thu 2/46:10 am -
2 stops30h 19m
Deal found 10/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$863
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Thu 12/39:45 am -
2 stops31h 35m
Thu 12/106:50 am -
2 stops26h 54m
Deal found 10/19![Qantas Airways logo]()
$909
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Tue 12/296:00 am -
2 stops36h 25m
Thu 1/2110:10 am -
2 stops31h 20m
Deal found 10/21![Air New Zealand logo]()
$1,010
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Thu 12/31:23 pm -
3 stops29h 42m
Thu 12/107:30 am -
3 stops27h 43m
Deal found 10/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$913
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Sun 1/316:14 pm -
2 stops35h 31m
Thu 2/46:10 am -
2 stops30h 19m
Deal found 10/19![Qantas Airways logo]()
$940
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/43:31 pm -
2 stops31h 29m
Fri 12/116:50 am -
2 stops26h 54m
Deal found 10/20![Qantas Airways logo]()
$959
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sat 11/79:37 am -
2 stops31h 43m
Sat 11/216:10 am -
2 stops27h 25m
Deal found 10/21![Qantas Airways logo]()
$959
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sat 11/79:37 am -
2 stops31h 43m
Sat 11/217:30 am -
3 stops28h 47m
Deal found 10/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,079
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/296:04 pm -
3 stops34h 55m
Thu 1/219:55 am -
3 stops33h 31m
Deal found 10/21![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,172
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sun 12/61:23 pm -
3 stops29h 42m
Sun 12/137:30 am -
3 stops27h 43m
Deal found 10/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,414
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Sun 2/2810:14 am -
2 stops30h 31m
Thu 3/47:00 am -
2 stops30h 54m
Deal found 10/19![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,371
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to New ZealandDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to New Zealand. Data last updated October 22, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to New Zealand. Data last updated October 22, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/307:42 pm -
1 stop19h 28m
Mon 11/97:30 am -
2 stops34h 35m
Deal found 10/19![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,081
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 10/309:26 am -
3 stops34h 39m
Mon 11/97:30 am -
3 stops30h 24m
Deal found 10/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,335
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sat 11/79:37 am -
2 stops31h 43m
Sat 11/216:10 am -
2 stops27h 25m
Deal found 10/21![Qantas Airways logo]()
$959
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sat 11/79:37 am -
2 stops31h 43m
Sat 11/217:30 am -
3 stops28h 47m
Deal found 10/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,079
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/76:27 pm -
1 stop43h 43m
Sat 11/211:20 pm -
1 stop20h 15m
Deal found 10/21![American Airlines logo]()
$1,147
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2911:00 am -
2 stops26h 55m
Sun 12/62:45 pm -
2 stops38h 36m
Deal found 10/22![Delta logo]()
$931
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/299:45 am -
2 stops31h 35m
Sat 12/56:50 am -
2 stops26h 54m
Deal found 10/22![Qantas Airways logo]()
$963
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/299:45 am -
2 stops34h 10m
Sat 12/57:30 am -
3 stops29h 22m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$968
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/297:16 pm -
1 stop18h 54m
Sat 12/53:50 pm -
2 stops22h 11m
Deal found 10/22![American Airlines logo]()
$1,135
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/293:25 pm -
2 stops27h 40m
Sun 12/61:20 pm -
1 stop24h 32m
Deal found 10/22![Qantas Airways logo]()
$1,462
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/3011:00 am -
2 stops26h 55m
Sun 12/62:45 pm -
2 stops38h 36m
Deal found 10/22![Delta logo]()
$1,180
Find flight deals from Des Moines to New Zealand
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated October 22, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $863 (Qantas Airways) |
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Des MoinesAuckland
DSM Des Moines - AKL Auckland Intl
DSMAKL
Des Moines
Sun 1/31
10:26 am-2:05 pm
3 stops32h 39m
Auckland Intl
Thu 2/4
6:10 am-5:29 pm
2 stops30h 19m
$863
Des MoinesAuckland
DSM Des Moines - AKL Auckland Intl
DSMAKL
Des Moines
Thu 12/3
9:45 am-12:20 pm
2 stops31h 35m
Auckland Intl
Thu 12/10
6:50 am-2:44 pm
2 stops26h 54m
$909
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesAuckland
DSM Des Moines - AKL Auckland Intl
DSMAKL
Des Moines
Thu 12/3
1:23 pm-2:05 pm
3 stops29h 42m
Auckland Intl
Thu 12/10
7:30 am-4:13 pm
3 stops27h 43m
$913
Des MoinesAuckland
DSM Des Moines - AKL Auckland Intl
DSMAKL
Des Moines
Sun 1/31
6:14 pm-12:45 am
2 stops35h 31m
Auckland Intl
Thu 2/4
6:10 am-5:29 pm
2 stops30h 19m
$940
Des MoinesAuckland
DSM Des Moines - AKL Auckland Intl
DSMAKL
Des Moines
Fri 12/4
3:31 pm-6:00 pm
2 stops31h 29m
Auckland Intl
Fri 12/11
6:50 am-2:44 pm
2 stops26h 54m
$959
Des MoinesAuckland
DSM Des Moines - AKL Auckland Intl
DSMAKL
Des Moines
Sat 11/7
9:37 am-12:20 pm
2 stops31h 43m
Auckland Intl
Sat 11/21
6:10 am-2:35 pm
2 stops27h 25m
$959
Des MoinesChristchurch
DSM Des Moines - CHC Christchurch
DSMCHC
Des Moines
Tue 12/29
6:00 am-1:25 pm
2 stops36h 25m
Christchurch
Thu 1/21
10:10 am-10:30 pm
2 stops31h 20m
$1,010
Des MoinesAuckland
DSM Des Moines - AKL Auckland Intl
DSMAKL
Des Moines
Sat 11/7
9:37 am-12:20 pm
2 stops31h 43m
Auckland Intl
Sat 11/21
7:30 am-5:17 pm
3 stops28h 47m
$1,079
Des MoinesChristchurch
DSM Des Moines - CHC Christchurch
DSMCHC
Des Moines
Tue 12/29
6:04 pm-11:59 pm
3 stops34h 55m
Christchurch
Thu 1/21
9:55 am-12:26 am
3 stops33h 31m
$1,172
Des MoinesQueenstown
DSM Des Moines - ZQN Queenstown Intl
DSMZQN
Des Moines
Sun 2/28
10:14 am-11:45 am
2 stops30h 31m
Queenstown Intl
Thu 3/4
7:00 am-6:54 pm
2 stops30h 54m
$1,371
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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 October 22, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to New Zealand, such as Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.4
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentBlair,Oct 2026
WLG - AKL
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.4
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentBlair,Oct 2026
WLG - AKL
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.4
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentBlair,Oct 2026
WLG - AKL
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.4
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.4
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentBlair,Oct 2026
WLG - AKL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$791 | Average$1,210 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$983 | Average$1,242 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time78% | |
| Cheapest$1,089 | Average$1,131 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% |