What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Australia?

American Airlines, Delta, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Australia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Australia?

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Australia are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Australia?

As of May 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Australia.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Australia?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Australia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?

The required travel and health documents for your Australia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Australia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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6:47 pm - 7:05 am

DSM

SYD

21h 18m

1 stop

12:00 pm - 6:22 pm

SYD

DSM

21h 22m

1 stop

$1,156American Airlines

Wed, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 30

6:47 pm - 7:30 am

DSM

SYD

21h 43m

1 stop

9:10 am - 6:17 pm

SYD

DSM

24h 07m

1 stop

$1,157American Airlines

Wed, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 30

6:08 am - 7:50 am

DSM

MEL

34h 42m

2 stops

10:00 am - 9:08 pm

MEL

DSM

26h 08m

2 stops

$1,679Delta

Wed, Jun 17 - Wed, Jun 24

7:02 pm - 5:30 pm

DSM

BNE

55h 28m

2 stops

10:10 pm - 11:58 pm

BNE

DSM

40h 48m

2 stops

$1,879Qatar Airways

Thu, Jun 18 - Thu, Jun 25

7:12 pm - 5:30 pm

DSM

BNE

55h 18m

2 stops

10:10 pm - 11:58 pm

BNE

DSM

40h 48m

2 stops

$1,915Qatar Airways

Fri, Jun 19 - Fri, Jun 26

5:50 am - 8:15 am

DSM

MEL

35h 25m

2 stops

10:55 am - 10:42 am

MEL

DSM

38h 47m

2 stops

$1,917United Airlines

Thu, Jun 18 - Thu, Jun 25

3:01 pm - 8:15 am

DSM

MEL

26h 14m

2 stops

6:30 am - 4:15 pm

MEL

DSM

24h 45m

3 stops

$1,931United Airlines

Thu, Jun 18 - Thu, Jun 25

6:47 pm - 1:35 pm

DSM

PER

29h 48m

2 stops

11:55 pm - 6:17 pm

PER

DSM

31h 22m

2 stops

$1,936Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jun 21 - Sun, Jun 28

4:48 pm - 5:30 pm

DSM

BNE

57h 42m

2 stops

10:10 pm - 11:58 pm

BNE

DSM

40h 48m

2 stops

$1,978Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jun 18 - Thu, Jun 25

6:50 am - 7:50 am

DSM

MEL

34h 00m

2 stops

10:00 am - 8:41 pm

MEL

DSM

25h 41m

2 stops

$2,105Delta

Fri, Jun 19 - Fri, Jun 26

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Australia

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American Airlines

Jun 3

DSM6:47 pmDes Moines

21h 18m

1 stop

SYD7:05 amSydney Kingsford Smith

Jun 30

SYD12:00 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

21h 22m

1 stop

DSM6:22 pmDes Moines

$1,156

American Airlines

Jun 3

DSM6:47 pmDes Moines

21h 43m

1 stop

SYD7:30 amSydney Kingsford Smith

Jun 30

SYD9:10 amSydney Kingsford Smith

24h 07m

1 stop

DSM6:17 pmDes Moines

$1,157

American Airlines

Jun 3

DSM2:24 pmDes Moines

25h 41m

2 stops

SYD7:05 amSydney Kingsford Smith

Jun 30

SYD9:10 amSydney Kingsford Smith

24h 12m

2 stops

DSM6:22 pmDes Moines

$1,161

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Australia

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United Airlines

Jun 3

DSM1:35 pmDes Moines

26h 25m

2 stops

SYD7:00 amSydney Kingsford Smith

Jun 30

SYD9:30 amSydney Kingsford Smith

21h 45m

2 stops

DSM4:15 pmDes Moines

$1,250

United Airlines

May 22

DSM3:01 pmDes Moines

24h 59m

2 stops

SYD7:00 amSydney Kingsford Smith

Jun 13

SYD9:30 amSydney Kingsford Smith

24h 55m

2 stops

DSM7:25 pmDes Moines

$1,265

United Airlines

May 22

DSM1:35 pmDes Moines

26h 25m

2 stops

SYD7:00 amSydney Kingsford Smith

Jun 13

SYD10:20 amSydney Kingsford Smith

25h 10m

2 stops

DSM8:30 pmDes Moines

$1,266

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Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Wed 6/3

6:47 pm-7:05 am

1 stop21h 18m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/30

12:00 pm-6:22 pm

1 stop21h 22m

$1,156

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Wed 6/3

6:47 pm-7:30 am

1 stop21h 43m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/30

9:10 am-6:17 pm

1 stop24h 07m

$1,157

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 6/17

6:08 am-7:50 am

2 stops34h 42m

Melbourne

Wed 6/24

10:00 am-9:08 pm

2 stops26h 08m

$1,679

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Thu 6/18

7:02 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops55h 28m

Brisbane

Thu 6/25

10:10 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops40h 48m

$1,879

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Fri 6/19

7:12 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops55h 18m

Brisbane

Fri 6/26

10:10 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops40h 48m

$1,915

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 6/18

5:50 am-8:15 am

2 stops35h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 6/25

10:55 am-10:42 am

2 stops38h 47m

$1,917

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 6/18

3:01 pm-8:15 am

2 stops26h 14m

Melbourne

Thu 6/25

6:30 am-4:15 pm

3 stops24h 45m

$1,931

Des MoinesPerth

DSM - PER

DSMPER

Des Moines

Sun 6/21

6:47 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops29h 48m

Perth

Sun 6/28

11:55 pm-6:17 pm

2 stops31h 22m

$1,936

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Thu 6/18

4:48 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops57h 42m

Brisbane

Thu 6/25

10:10 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops40h 48m

$1,978

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 6/19

6:50 am-7:50 am

2 stops34h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 6/26

10:00 am-8:41 pm

2 stops25h 41m

$2,105

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Australia from Des Moines, with most prices found around $1,135. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Australia from Des Moines during May instead. Flights to Australia in May, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $1,245.

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Fastest flight time	22h 38m
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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Australia takes 22h 38m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Des Moines to Australia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Australia?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Australia are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Australia?
As of May 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Australia.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Australia?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Australia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?
The required travel and health documents for your Australia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Australia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Australia

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,135	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,669 reviews		Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,160	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,692 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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