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$1,103+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Sydney (SYD)

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SYD
dic. 24 — dic. 311
mié. 12/24
mié. 12/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Sydney (SYD). 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 noviembre 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,242
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$1,103
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,470
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 24, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
mar. 12/306:00 amDSM - SYD
1 stop32h 00mUnited Airlines
vie. 1/1611:50 amSYD - DSM
1 stop27h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,660
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
mié. 12/241:30 pmDSM - SYD
2 stops26h 35mUnited Airlines
mié. 12/3111:50 amSYD - DSM
1 stop19h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24$1,861
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
jue. 12/2512:10 pmDSM - SYD
2 stops25h 40mDelta
vie. 1/1610:40 amSYD - DSM
2 stops27h 14mDelta
Deal found 11/22$1,960
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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. 12/256:00 amDSM - SYD
2 stops34h 15mUnited Airlines
vie. 1/1611:50 amSYD - DSM
1 stop19h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,966
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
jue. 12/2511:32 amDSM - SYD
1 stop26h 23mAmerican Airlines
vie. 1/1611:20 amSYD - DSM
1 stop20h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/22$2,044
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
vie. 12/266:46 pmDSM - SYD
2 stops42h 34mUnited Airlines
sáb. 1/1711:50 amSYD - DSM
1 stop19h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$2,115
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/308:00 amDSM - SYD
3 stops32h 35mAir Canada
vie. 1/1611:20 amSYD - DSM
2 stops26h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 11/23$2,628
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
vie. 12/263:15 pmDSM - SYD
1 stop24h 45mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 1/1711:20 amSYD - DSM
1 stop20h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/22$2,694

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

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Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

mar. 12/30

8:00 am-9:15 am

3 stops32h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

vie. 1/16

11:50 am-10:30 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$1,660

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

mié. 12/24

1:30 pm-9:05 am

2 stops26h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mié. 12/31

11:50 am-2:19 pm

1 stop19h 29m

$1,861

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

mié. 1/14

8:00 am-8:45 am

3 stops31h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mié. 1/21

9:55 am-10:30 pm

2 stops29h 35m

$1,899

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

dom. 2/15

8:00 am-9:35 am

3 stops32h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 2/19

11:20 am-8:41 pm

2 stops26h 21m

$1,926

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

mié. 1/7

4:00 pm-6:55 am

1 stop21h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mié. 1/14

11:20 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$1,934

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

jue. 12/11

2:53 pm-7:00 am

1 stop23h 07m

$1,103

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

mié. 1/7

4:00 pm-6:55 am

1 stop21h 55m

$1,152

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

mar. 1/6

2:34 pm-7:25 am

2 stops23h 51m

$1,156

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

mié. 1/7

6:48 pm-6:20 am

2 stops42h 32m

$1,246

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

mié. 1/7

11:35 am-7:25 am

3 stops26h 50m

$1,599

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Deals found on 11/22

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Sydney

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Sydney in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Sydney flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Sydney flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Sydney flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Sydney flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Sydney flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Sydney

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Sydney

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Sydney (average of $1,202). Flying from Des Moines to Sydney in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,507). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated noviembre 24, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to Sydney 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,044 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,044 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,044 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,044 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Sydney?

    For as low as $1,660, United Airlines can have you in Sydney from Des Moines in 32h 15m. Des Moines and Sydney are separated by a distance of 8932 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Sydney round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at $1,202. Another option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $1,345 round trip. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Sydney for 22% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Sydney 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 Sydney?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Sydney (average of $1,202). Flying from Des Moines to Sydney in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,507). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Sydney

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Sydney. 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 noviembre 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,202Average$1,562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,345Average$1,528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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