How long is the flight from Des Moines to Sydney?

For as low as $1,346, American Airlines can have you in Sydney from Des Moines in 25h 50m. 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 $1,344 round trip. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Sydney for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Sydney?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Sydney flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 2.0 - 5.1 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Sydney?

Departing on a Saturday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 20% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Sydney?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, June can be a great choice for travel to Sydney. Flights to Sydney from Des Moines in June are about $1,587 on average during June, but can be found for as low as $1,360.

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

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Sydney at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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.

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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Sydney?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Des Moines to Sydney flights typically cost between $1,471 and $1,821 in October. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $1,340 on American Airlines (Oct 29-Nov 5).

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Wed 10/293:48 pmDSM - SYD

2 stops25h 12mAmerican Airlines

Wed 11/55:45 pmSYD - DSM

2 stops22h 14mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$1,340

Sat 9/209:34 amDSM - SYD

1 stop30h 21mAmerican Airlines

Sat 10/1110:10 amSYD - DSM

1 stop20h 25mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$1,346

Tue 10/283:10 pmDSM - SYD

1 stop25h 50mAmerican Airlines

Tue 11/411:20 amSYD - DSM

1 stop20h 07mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$1,347

Thu 10/302:57 pmDSM - SYD

1 stop24h 03mUnited Airlines

Thu 11/611:50 amSYD - DSM

1 stop27h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$1,363

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Thu 10/303:10 pmDSM - SYD

1 stop25h 50mAmerican Airlines

Thu 11/611:20 amSYD - DSM

1 stop20h 26mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$1,346

Tue 10/283:10 pmDSM - SYD

1 stop25h 50mAmerican Airlines

Tue 11/411:20 amSYD - DSM

1 stop20h 07mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$1,347

Wed 10/293:10 pmDSM - SYD

1 stop25h 50mAmerican Airlines

Wed 11/511:20 amSYD - DSM

1 stop20h 07mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$1,348

Fri 11/216:20 pmDSM - SYD

2 stops21h 40mAmerican Airlines

Mon 12/111:20 amSYD - DSM

1 stop20h 33mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$1,350

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Sat 9/209:34 amDSM - SYD

1 stop30h 21mAmerican Airlines

Sat 10/1110:10 amSYD - DSM

1 stop20h 25mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$1,346

Tue 10/283:10 pmDSM - SYD

1 stop25h 50mAmerican Airlines

Tue 11/411:20 amSYD - DSM

1 stop20h 07mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$1,347

Wed 10/293:48 pmDSM - SYD

2 stops25h 12mAmerican Airlines

Wed 11/55:45 pmSYD - DSM

2 stops22h 14mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$1,340

Thu 10/302:57 pmDSM - SYD

1 stop24h 03mUnited Airlines

Thu 11/611:50 amSYD - DSM

1 stop27h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$1,363

Thu 10/306:05 amDSM - SYD

2 stops33h 05mDelta

Thu 11/610:40 amSYD - DSM

2 stops24h 04mDelta

Deal found 9/14

$1,367

One-way flights from Des Moines to Sydney
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Wed 10/293:10 pmDSM - SYD

1 stop25h 50mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$733

Mon 12/153:21 pmDSM - SYD

1 stop24h 39mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$736

Thu 12/255:41 amDSM - SYD

2 stops33h 49mDelta

Deal found 9/14

$917

Thu 12/253:15 pmDSM - SYD

1 stop23h 10mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$1,137

Thu 12/255:39 pmDSM - SYD

3 stops47h 26mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$1,168

Wed 10/299:30 amDSM - SYD

3 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$1,389

Mon 12/1511:29 amDSM - SYD

3 stops26h 56mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13

$2,020

Mon 12/1511:35 amDSM - SYD

3 stops29h 00mAir Canada

Deal found 9/15

$2,312

Mon 3/93:30 pmDSM - SYD

2 stops25h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 9/15

$4,390

Mon 3/98:00 amDSM - SYD

1 stop31h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$5,384

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Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

3:10 pm-9:00 am

1 stop25h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/6

11:20 am-2:46 pm

1 stop20h 26m

$1,346

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Tue 10/28

3:10 pm-9:00 am

1 stop25h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/4

11:20 am-2:27 pm

1 stop20h 07m

$1,347

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Wed 10/29

3:10 pm-9:00 am

1 stop25h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/5

11:20 am-2:27 pm

1 stop20h 07m

$1,348

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Fri 11/21

6:20 pm-9:00 am

2 stops21h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/1

11:20 am-2:53 pm

1 stop20h 33m

$1,350

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Wed 10/29

6:12 pm-9:00 am

2 stops22h 48m

$733

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Mon 12/15

6:20 pm-9:00 am

2 stops21h 40m

$736

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Thu 12/25

5:41 am-8:30 am

2 stops33h 49m

$917

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Thu 12/25

5:39 pm-10:05 am

3 stops47h 26m

$1,168

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Wed 10/29

9:30 am-7:25 am

3 stops29h 55m

$1,389

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Mon 12/15

11:29 am-7:25 am

3 stops26h 56m

$2,020

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Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Sydney (average of $1,032). Flying from Des Moines to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,627). 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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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

8,931 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,931 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,931 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,931 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Des Moines to Sydney?
For as low as $1,346, American Airlines can have you in Sydney from Des Moines in 25h 50m. 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 $1,344 round trip. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Sydney for 24% 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Sydney (average of $1,032). Flying from Des Moines to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,627). 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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United Airlines	Cheapest$1,202	Average$1,586	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$1,344	Average$1,491	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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