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

Delta, American Airlines, and Air New Zealand 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 March 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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6:20 am - 10:40 am

DSM

SYD

37h 20m

2 stops

11:55 am - 10:35 pm

SYD

DSM

25h 40m

2 stops

$1,222Air New Zealand

Fri, May 22 - Wed, Jun 10

8:20 am - 8:45 am

DSM

SYD

33h 25m

2 stops

7:05 pm - 10:45 pm

SYD

DSM

42h 40m

2 stops

$1,233Air New Zealand

Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 3

8:20 am - 8:45 am

DSM

SYD

33h 25m

2 stops

7:05 pm - 10:45 pm

SYD

DSM

42h 40m

2 stops

$1,255Air New Zealand

Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 3

8:20 am - 8:45 am

DSM

SYD

33h 25m

2 stops

7:05 pm - 10:45 pm

SYD

DSM

42h 40m

2 stops

$1,268Air New Zealand

Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 3

3:20 pm - 7:05 am

DSM

SYD

24h 45m

2 stops

9:10 am - 5:29 pm

SYD

DSM

23h 19m

2 stops

$1,319American Airlines

Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, May 4

3:20 pm - 7:05 am

DSM

SYD

24h 45m

2 stops

9:10 am - 6:25 pm

SYD

DSM

24h 15m

1 stop

$1,323American Airlines

Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 3

3:20 pm - 8:25 am

DSM

HBA

26h 05m

2 stops

9:00 pm - 6:25 pm

HBA

DSM

36h 25m

2 stops

$1,562Multiple Airlines

Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2

3:20 pm - 9:25 am

DSM

HBA

27h 05m

2 stops

9:00 pm - 6:25 pm

HBA

DSM

36h 25m

2 stops

$1,834Multiple Airlines

Fri, Apr 24 - Fri, May 1

7:20 pm - 2:10 pm

DSM

AVV

27h 50m

2 stops

4:40 pm - 6:30 pm

AVV

DSM

40h 50m

2 stops

$1,898Qantas Airways

Sun, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 26

7:05 pm - 2:10 pm

DSM

AVV

28h 05m

2 stops

6:00 am - 6:35 pm

AVV

DSM

27h 35m

2 stops

$2,237Qantas Airways

Sun, Apr 26 - Sun, May 3

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Australia

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American Airlines

Apr 27

DSM6:56 pmDes Moines

21h 09m

1 stop

SYD7:05 amSydney Kingsford Smith

May 4

SYD9:10 amSydney Kingsford Smith

23h 19m

2 stops

DSM5:29 pmDes Moines

$1,319

American Airlines

Apr 26

DSM3:20 pmDes Moines

24h 45m

2 stops

SYD7:05 amSydney Kingsford Smith

May 3

SYD9:10 amSydney Kingsford Smith

24h 15m

1 stop

DSM6:25 pmDes Moines

$1,323

American Airlines

Apr 26

DSM3:20 pmDes Moines

24h 45m

2 stops

SYD7:05 amSydney Kingsford Smith

May 3

SYD9:25 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

26h 01m

2 stops

DSM8:26 amDes Moines

$1,328

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Australia

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United Airlines

Jun 6

DSM5:17 pmDes Moines

46h 43m

2 stops

SYD7:00 amSydney Kingsford Smith

Jun 20

SYD10:20 amSydney Kingsford Smith

28h 24m

2 stops

DSM11:44 pmDes Moines

$1,410

United Airlines

May 22

DSM1:35 pmDes Moines

26h 20m

2 stops

SYD6:55 amSydney Kingsford Smith

Jun 13

SYD9:30 amSydney Kingsford Smith

21h 45m

2 stops

DSM4:15 pmDes Moines

$1,444

United Airlines

Apr 26

DSM6:20 amDes Moines

33h 10m

2 stops

BNE6:30 amBrisbane

May 3

BNE10:30 amBrisbane

24h 46m

2 stops

DSM8:16 pmDes Moines

$1,712

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Des Moines

Fri 5/22

6:20 am-10:40 am

2 stops37h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/10

11:55 am-10:35 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$1,222

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sun 4/26

8:20 am-8:45 am

2 stops33h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/3

7:05 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops42h 40m

$1,233

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sun 4/26

8:20 am-8:45 am

2 stops33h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/3

7:05 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops42h 40m

$1,255

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sun 4/26

8:20 am-8:45 am

2 stops33h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/3

7:05 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops42h 40m

$1,268

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Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Mon 4/27

3:20 pm-7:05 am

2 stops24h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/4

9:10 am-5:29 pm

2 stops23h 19m

$1,319

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sun 4/26

3:20 pm-7:05 am

2 stops24h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/3

9:10 am-6:25 pm

1 stop24h 15m

$1,323

Des MoinesHobart

DSM - HBA

DSMHBA

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

3:20 pm-8:25 am

2 stops26h 05m

Hobart

Sat 5/2

9:00 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops36h 25m

$1,562

Des MoinesHobart

DSM - HBA

DSMHBA

Des Moines

Fri 4/24

3:20 pm-9:25 am

2 stops27h 05m

Hobart

Fri 5/1

9:00 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops36h 25m

$1,834

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Sun 9/6

7:20 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops27h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 9/26

4:40 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops40h 50m

$1,898

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Sun 4/26

7:05 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 5/3

6:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops27h 35m

$2,237

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Australia from Des Moines, with most prices found around $1,345. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to Australia from Des Moines during June instead. Flights to Australia in June, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around $1,446.

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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	25h 30m
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The fastest flight from Des Moines to Australia takes 25h 30m

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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 March 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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American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,135	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,449 reviews		Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,160	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,418 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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