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$623+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Melbourne (MEL)

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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MEL
Mar 23 — Mar 301
Mon 3/23
Mon 3/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Melbourne

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 21, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 4/32:28 pm
DSM
-
MEL
2 stops25h 17m
American Airlines
Fri 4/109:45 am
MEL
-
DSM
1 stop23h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,114
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 4/76:13 pm
DSM
-
MEL
1 stop43h 47m
American Airlines
Tue 4/149:45 am
MEL
-
DSM
1 stop23h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,115
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 4/63:26 pm
DSM
-
MEL
1 stop22h 34m
American Airlines
Mon 4/131:35 pm
MEL
-
DSM
1 stop25h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,116
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/84:25 pm
DSM
-
MEL
2 stops24h 25m
Delta
Wed 4/1510:00 am
MEL
-
DSM
2 stops26h 12m
Delta
Deal found 2/21$1,147
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Wed 4/87:05 pm
DSM
-
MEL
2 stops24h 15m
American Airlines
Wed 4/159:45 am
MEL
-
DSM
1 stop23h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,152
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Wed 2/188:00 am
DSM
-
MEL
2 stops33h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 2/221:00 pm
MEL
-
DSM
2 stops24h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/17$1,215
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/43:04 pm
DSM
-
MEL
2 stops26h 11m
United Airlines
Sat 4/1110:55 am
MEL
-
DSM
2 stops27h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/18$1,269

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 February 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,114
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$623
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,411
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 4/8

12:06 pm-5:00 am

1 stop25h 54m

Melbourne

Wed 4/15

9:45 am-6:25 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$1,115

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Mon 4/6

3:26 pm-5:00 am

1 stop22h 34m

Melbourne

Mon 4/13

1:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop25h 24m

$1,116

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 4/8

4:25 pm-7:50 am

2 stops24h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 4/15

10:00 am-9:12 pm

2 stops26h 12m

$1,147

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 4/4

3:04 pm-8:15 am

2 stops26h 11m

Melbourne

Sat 4/11

10:55 am-11:42 pm

2 stops27h 47m

$1,269

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 4/3

6:15 am-8:50 am

2 stops34h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 4/10

10:00 am-9:10 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$1,305

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 8/13

3:00 pm-10:55 am

2 stops28h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 8/21

12:10 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$1,313

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 7/30

6:20 am-10:55 am

2 stops37h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 8/8

8:35 am-10:31 pm

2 stops28h 56m

$1,322

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

9:00 am-8:15 am

2 stops32h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 4/12

9:30 am-4:15 pm

2 stops45h 45m

$1,375

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 7/30

1:45 pm-6:45 am

2 stops26h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 8/8

9:45 am-2:45 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$1,445

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 8/13

3:00 pm-10:55 am

2 stops28h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 8/21

8:35 am-12:30 am

3 stops30h 55m

$1,465

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Deals found on 2/21

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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Melbourne Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-Melbourne Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated February 21, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport. 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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,334 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Susie,Jan 2026

CLT - TPA

This flight was delayed 3 or 4 times. We had boarded the plane, sat on plane for a good 30 minutes, then we had to board the aircraft, walk to a different gate, wait and then board another aircraft. We arrived in Tampa 4 hours later than the original booking. I feel there should have been some sort of compensation especially for the advantage members.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,334 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,334 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Susie,Jan 2026

CLT - TPA

This flight was delayed 3 or 4 times. We had boarded the plane, sat on plane for a good 30 minutes, then we had to board the aircraft, walk to a different gate, wait and then board another aircraft. We arrived in Tampa 4 hours later than the original booking. I feel there should have been some sort of compensation especially for the advantage members.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    For a flight from Des Moines to Melbourne, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 1 airline has flights to Melbourne from Des Moines on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport?

    Airlines like American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport in about 24h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 46m. Airlines will cover a distance of 9365 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,135, American Airlines will fly you from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. American Airlines is 22% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Melbourne 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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Top airline flying from Des Moines to Melbourne

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to Melbourne. 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 February 21, 2026.
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,135Average$1,429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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