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

Qantas Airways, Delta, and American Airlines 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 June 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.

$576 Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Australia in 2026

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9:32 am - 5:00 am

DSM

MEL

28h 28m

1 stop

9:45 am - 7:19 pm

MEL

DSM

24h 34m

2 stops

$1,070American Airlines

Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 12

2:39 pm - 6:45 am

DSM

MEL

25h 06m

2 stops

9:45 am - 6:17 pm

MEL

DSM

23h 32m

1 stop

$1,071American Airlines

Thu, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 13

3:39 pm - 6:30 am

DSM

BNE

22h 51m

1 stop

9:40 am - 2:59 pm

BNE

DSM

21h 19m

1 stop

$1,140Qantas Airways

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 18

3:30 pm - 8:20 am

DSM

BNE

24h 50m

2 stops

10:40 am - 9:24 pm

BNE

DSM

26h 44m

2 stops

$1,145Delta

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15

1:05 pm - 7:30 am

DSM

BNE

26h 25m

2 stops

11:40 am - 4:09 pm

BNE

DSM

20h 29m

2 stops

$1,149United Airlines

Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18

7:50 pm - 8:20 am

DSM

BNE

44h 30m

2 stops

10:40 am - 7:12 pm

BNE

DSM

24h 32m

2 stops

$1,160Delta

Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 20

5:11 pm - 7:30 am

DSM

BNE

46h 19m

2 stops

11:40 am - 4:09 pm

BNE

DSM

20h 29m

2 stops

$1,163United Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 16

3:23 pm - 5:50 am

DSM

BNE

22h 27m

1 stop

9:40 am - 2:59 pm

BNE

DSM

21h 19m

1 stop

$1,165Qantas Airways

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 19

4:13 pm - 9:20 am

DSM

HBA

26h 07m

2 stops

6:00 am - 6:17 pm

HBA

DSM

27h 17m

2 stops

$1,213Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 17

4:13 pm - 9:20 am

DSM

HBA

26h 07m

2 stops

6:00 am - 6:17 pm

HBA

DSM

27h 17m

2 stops

$1,221Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 17

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American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Australia

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American Airlines

Aug 5

DSM9:32 amDes Moines

28h 28m

1 stop

MEL5:00 amMelbourne

Aug 12

MEL9:45 amMelbourne

24h 34m

2 stops

DSM7:19 pmDes Moines

$1,070

American Airlines

Aug 6

DSM2:39 pmDes Moines

25h 06m

2 stops

MEL6:45 amMelbourne

Aug 13

MEL9:45 amMelbourne

23h 32m

1 stop

DSM6:17 pmDes Moines

$1,071

American Airlines

Aug 5

DSM1:55 pmDes Moines

25h 50m

2 stops

MEL6:45 amMelbourne

Aug 12

MEL9:45 amMelbourne

24h 34m

2 stops

DSM7:19 pmDes Moines

$1,084

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Australia

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to Australia flight tickets

United Airlines

Nov 5

DSM1:05 pmDes Moines

26h 25m

2 stops

BNE7:30 amBrisbane

Nov 18

BNE11:40 amBrisbane

20h 29m

2 stops

DSM4:09 pmDes Moines

$1,149

United Airlines

Nov 3

DSM5:11 pmDes Moines

46h 19m

2 stops

BNE7:30 amBrisbane

Nov 16

BNE11:40 amBrisbane

20h 29m

2 stops

DSM4:09 pmDes Moines

$1,163

United Airlines

Nov 1

DSM6:52 pmDes Moines

44h 38m

2 stops

BNE7:30 amBrisbane

Nov 16

BNE11:40 amBrisbane

21h 43m

2 stops

DSM5:23 pmDes Moines

$1,164

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Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 8/5

9:32 am-5:00 am

1 stop28h 28m

Melbourne

Wed 8/12

9:45 am-7:19 pm

2 stops24h 34m

$1,070

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 8/6

2:39 pm-6:45 am

2 stops25h 06m

Melbourne

Thu 8/13

9:45 am-6:17 pm

1 stop23h 32m

$1,071

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Wed 11/4

3:39 pm-6:30 am

1 stop22h 51m

Brisbane

Wed 11/18

9:40 am-2:59 pm

1 stop21h 19m

$1,140

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Mon 11/2

3:30 pm-8:20 am

2 stops24h 50m

Brisbane

Sun 11/15

10:40 am-9:24 pm

2 stops26h 44m

$1,145

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Thu 11/5

1:05 pm-7:30 am

2 stops26h 25m

Brisbane

Wed 11/18

11:40 am-4:09 pm

2 stops20h 29m

$1,149

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Sun 11/1

7:50 pm-8:20 am

2 stops44h 30m

Brisbane

Fri 11/20

10:40 am-7:12 pm

2 stops24h 32m

$1,160

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Tue 11/3

5:11 pm-7:30 am

2 stops46h 19m

Brisbane

Mon 11/16

11:40 am-4:09 pm

2 stops20h 29m

$1,163

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Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Tue 11/3

3:23 pm-5:50 am

1 stop22h 27m

Brisbane

Thu 11/19

9:40 am-2:59 pm

1 stop21h 19m

$1,165

Des MoinesHobart

DSM - HBA

DSMHBA

Des Moines

Mon 8/10

4:13 pm-9:20 am

2 stops26h 07m

Hobart

Mon 8/17

6:00 am-6:17 pm

2 stops27h 17m

$1,213

Des MoinesHobart

DSM - HBA

DSMHBA

Des Moines

Mon 8/10

4:13 pm-9:20 am

2 stops26h 07m

Hobart

Mon 8/17

6:00 am-6:17 pm

2 stops27h 17m

$1,221

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

The month of June is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Australia from Des Moines, with most prices found around $1,085. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of June, then book flights to Australia from Des Moines during April instead. Flights to Australia in April, while not as cheap as those in June, still average around $1,135.

Can stopping save me money on Des Moines to Australia flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Des Moines to Australia flight.

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Fastest flight time	21h 43m
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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Australia takes 21h 43m

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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 June 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 $1,085	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,779 reviews		Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,160	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,896 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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