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$800+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 7/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MEL
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Melbourne

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Round-trip from

$1,696
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$800
(Gurufare)
From Iowa to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/12:57 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops28h 53mAir New Zealand
Fri 8/88:35 amMEL - DSM
2 stops28h 42mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/27$1,355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Fri 8/18:00 amDSM - MEL
3 stops33h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/810:55 amMEL - DSM
2 stops28h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,555
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 9/54:05 pmDSM - MEL
1 stop21h 55mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/123:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop22h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,609
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 12/101:08 pmOMA - MEL
2 stops27h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/161:00 pmMEL - OMA
2 stops42h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,715
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 12/1011:46 amOMA - MEL
1 stop24h 14mQantas Airways
Tue 12/165:05 pmMEL - OMA
2 stops37h 59mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/28$2,028
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/103:47 pmDSM - MEL
1 stop22h 13mQantas Airways
Tue 6/173:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop24h 01mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/27$2,142
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/133:47 pmDSM - MEL
1 stop22h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/203:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop24h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$2,381
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/129:19 amDSM - MEL
3 stops34h 46mAir Canada
Thu 6/196:00 amMEL - DSM
3 stops32h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$2,680
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 12/185:49 amDSM - MEL
2 stops37h 41mCathay Pacific
Sun 1/412:45 amMEL - DSM
2 stops38h 21mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/27$3,702

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 April 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 6/13

8:00 am-8:15 am

3 stops33h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 6/20

9:30 am-4:16 pm

2 stops21h 46m

$1,696

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Tue 5/20

5:27 pm-11:30 am

2 stops27h 03m

Melbourne

Sat 5/24

12:55 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops25h 01m

$1,731

OmahaMelbourne

OMA - MEL

OMAMEL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 5/5

7:40 pm-5:00 am

1 stop42h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 5/11

3:05 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$2,057

OmahaMelbourne

OMA - MEL

OMAMEL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 5/5

5:20 pm-7:30 am

2 stops23h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 5/11

10:55 am-9:50 pm

1 stop25h 55m

$2,092

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Tue 5/20

5:27 pm-5:00 am

1 stop20h 33m

Melbourne

Sat 5/24

11:55 am-11:58 pm

2 stops27h 03m

$2,214

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 6/13

3:47 pm-5:00 am

1 stop22h 13m

Melbourne

Fri 6/20

3:05 pm-12:06 am

1 stop24h 01m

$2,219

OmahaMelbourne

OMA - MEL

OMAMEL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 7/22

8:10 am-10:50 am

2 stops35h 40m

$800

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 6/13

1:30 pm-7:30 am

2 stops27h 00m

$1,027

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 6/13

9:34 am-5:00 am

1 stop28h 26m

$1,081

OmahaMelbourne

OMA - MEL

OMAMEL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 7/22

7:38 pm-5:00 am

1 stop42h 22m

$1,105

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Melbourne Airport

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IA to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 30, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 April 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and United Airlines from Iowa to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
829 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
472 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air New Zealand, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $800. United Airlines flights start at $1,027 while deals on American Airlines start at $1,081 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Melbourne Airport?

    When deciding which route to take from Iowa to Melbourne Airport consider Des Moines - Melbourne, Cedar Rapids - Melbourne or Omaha Eppley Airfield - Melbourne as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Melbourne?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Iowa to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 Iowa to Melbourne

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,081Average$1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,256Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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