South Pacific

$508+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to South Pacific

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DSM — SYD
Aug 19 — Aug 261
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to South Pacific

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to South Pacific flight deals. Data was last updated August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,195
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$508
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,481
From Des Moines to South Pacific
One-way flight from Des Moines to South Pacific
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($106 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to South Pacific
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to South Pacific. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/59:34 amDSM - BNE
2 stops28h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/148:05 pmBNE - DSM
2 stops27h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$1,195
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/272:58 pmDSM - SYD
2 stops25h 02mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/49:30 amSYD - DSM
2 stops29h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$1,226
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/2710:21 amDSM - BNE
2 stops28h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/48:05 pmBNE - DSM
2 stops27h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$1,245
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/2710:21 amDSM - MEL
2 stops29h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/49:45 amMEL - DSM
2 stops23h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$1,252
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/146:15 amDSM - BNE
2 stops34h 30mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/28:10 amBNE - DSM
2 stops30h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/14$1,255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/162:28 pmDSM - BNE
2 stops23h 57mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/317:25 pmBNE - DSM
2 stops28h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$1,258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/219:34 amDSM - MEL
1 stop28h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/283:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop23h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$1,260
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/146:15 amDSM - BNE
2 stops34h 30mAir New Zealand
Fri 10/3111:10 amBNE - DSM
2 stops26h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/14$1,272
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sun 11/96:05 amDSM - SYD
2 stops33h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 11/197:45 amSYD - DSM
2 stops31h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/12$1,274
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/106:05 amDSM - SYD
2 stops33h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/2311:45 amSYD - DSM
2 stops27h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/14$1,285
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sun 11/96:05 amDSM - SYD
2 stops33h 40mAir New Zealand
Fri 11/217:45 amSYD - DSM
2 stops31h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/12$1,291
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/106:05 amDSM - SYD
2 stops35h 25mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/227:15 pmSYD - DSM
2 stops44h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/14$1,308

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

Fly from

Des Moines

Fly to

South Pacific

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Fri 9/5

9:34 am-5:25 am

2 stops28h 51m

Brisbane

Sun 9/14

8:05 pm-8:25 am

2 stops27h 20m

$1,195

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sat 9/27

2:58 pm-7:00 am

2 stops25h 02m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/4

9:30 am-11:56 pm

2 stops29h 26m

$1,226

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Sat 9/27

10:21 am-5:25 am

2 stops28h 04m

Brisbane

Sat 10/4

8:05 pm-8:09 am

2 stops27h 04m

$1,245

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 9/27

10:21 am-6:45 am

2 stops29h 24m

Melbourne

Sat 10/4

9:45 am-6:09 pm

2 stops23h 24m

$1,252

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Tue 10/14

6:15 am-7:45 am

2 stops34h 30m

Brisbane

Sun 11/2

8:10 am-11:20 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$1,255

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Thu 10/16

3:10 pm-5:25 am

1 stop23h 15m

Brisbane

Fri 10/31

7:25 pm-9:00 am

2 stops28h 35m

$1,258

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sun 9/21

9:34 am-5:00 am

1 stop28h 26m

Melbourne

Sun 9/28

3:05 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$1,260

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

6:05 am-8:45 am

2 stops33h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/19

7:45 am-10:20 pm

2 stops31h 35m

$1,274

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

6:05 am-8:45 am

2 stops33h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/18

7:15 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops44h 05m

$1,274

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

6:05 am-8:45 am

2 stops33h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/22

7:15 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops44h 05m

$1,274

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to South Pacific

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to South Pacific?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to South Pacific (average of $1,031). Flying from Des Moines to South Pacific in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,619). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to South Pacific. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to South Pacific as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Pacific

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Pacific. 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 South Pacific. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to South Pacific. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

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.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

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.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

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.

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

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.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to South Pacific?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines (DSM) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to South Pacific from Des Moines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $693. Users have also found prices from $947 and $1,285 on United Airlines and Air New Zealand, respectively.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to South Pacific?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to South Pacific (average of $1,031). Flying from Des Moines to South Pacific in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,619). 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 South Pacific

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$793Average$1,717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$999Average$1,452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,256Average$1,479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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