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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Melbourne from $724

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American Airlines Logo
10:16 am - 5:00 amDSM-MEL
27h 44m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
4:05 pm - 9:00 amMEL-DSM
32h 55m1 stop
$1,252American Airlines
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mié., oct. 1 - mié., oct. 8
American Airlines Logo
9:22 am - 5:00 amDSM-MEL
26h 38m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:05 pm - 10:40 pmMEL-DSM
23h 35m1 stop
$1,260American Airlines
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lun., ene. 19 - mié., feb. 4
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 8:15 amDSM-MEL
33h 15m3 stops
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 4:12 pmMEL-DSM
21h 42m2 stops
$1,390United Airlines
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dom., sep. 21 - dom., sep. 28
Air New Zealand Logo
6:15 am - 7:35 pmDSM-MEL
46h 20m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
12:05 pm - 10:28 pmMEL-DSM
26h 23m2 stops
$1,404Air New Zealand
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mar., sep. 30 - mar., oct. 7
Air New Zealand Logo
6:15 am - 7:35 pmDSM-MEL
46h 20m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
8:35 am - 10:28 pmMEL-DSM
29h 53m2 stops
$1,445Air New Zealand
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mar., sep. 30 - mar., oct. 7
Logo
8:00 am - 10:55 amDSM-MEL
33h 55m3 stops
Logo
12:10 pm - 10:30 pmMEL-DSM
27h 20m2 stops
$1,458
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lun., ene. 19 - mié., feb. 4
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 8:15 amDSM-MEL
33h 15m3 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 8:18 pmMEL-DSM
24h 23m2 stops
$1,490United Airlines
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jue., sep. 11 - jue., sep. 25
Logo
8:00 am - 10:55 amDSM-MEL
33h 55m3 stops
Logo
12:10 pm - 10:30 pmMEL-DSM
27h 20m2 stops
$1,558
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jue., ene. 22 - jue., feb. 5
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 8:00 amDSM-MEL
32h 00m3 stops
Delta Logo
10:10 am - 9:27 pmMEL-DSM
28h 17m3 stops
$2,265Delta
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mié., ene. 21 - mié., feb. 4
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 8:00 amDSM-MEL
32h 00m3 stops
Delta Logo
10:10 am - 9:27 pmMEL-DSM
28h 17m3 stops
$2,540Delta
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lun., ene. 19 - mié., feb. 4

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
American Airlines
Oct 1
DSM10:16 amDes Moines
27h 44m
2 stops
MEL5:00 amMelbourne
Oct 8
MEL4:05 pmMelbourne
32h 55m
1 stop
DSM9:00 amDes Moines
$1,252
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American Airlines
Jan 19
DSM9:22 amDes Moines
26h 38m
1 stop
MEL5:00 amMelbourne
Feb 4
MEL4:05 pmMelbourne
23h 35m
1 stop
DSM10:40 pmDes Moines
$1,260
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American Airlines
Jan 19
DSM3:30 pmDes Moines
25h 00m
2 stops
MEL9:30 amMelbourne
Feb 4
MEL4:05 pmMelbourne
22h 52m
2 stops
DSM9:57 pmDes Moines
$1,265
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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to Melbourne Airport flight tickets
United Airlines
Sep 21
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
33h 15m
3 stops
MEL8:15 amMelbourne
Sep 28
MEL9:30 amMelbourne
21h 42m
2 stops
DSM4:12 pmDes Moines
$1,390
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United Airlines
Sep 11
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
33h 15m
3 stops
MEL8:15 amMelbourne
Sep 25
MEL10:55 amMelbourne
24h 23m
2 stops
DSM8:18 pmDes Moines
$1,490
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United Airlines
Sep 30
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
35h 35m
3 stops
MEL10:35 amMelbourne
Oct 7
MEL11:55 amMelbourne
24h 23m
2 stops
DSM8:18 pmDes Moines
$1,529
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated agosto 17, 2025.
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Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

mié. 10/1

10:16 am-5:00 am

2 stops27h 44m

Melbourne

mié. 10/8

4:05 pm-9:00 am

1 stop32h 55m

$1,252

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

lun. 1/19

9:22 am-5:00 am

1 stop26h 38m

Melbourne

mié. 2/4

4:05 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$1,260

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

dom. 9/21

8:00 am-8:15 am

3 stops33h 15m

Melbourne

dom. 9/28

9:30 am-4:12 pm

2 stops21h 42m

$1,390

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

mar. 9/30

6:15 am-7:35 pm

2 stops46h 20m

Melbourne

mar. 10/7

12:05 pm-10:28 pm

2 stops26h 23m

$1,404

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

mar. 9/30

6:15 am-7:35 pm

2 stops46h 20m

Melbourne

mar. 10/7

8:35 am-10:28 pm

2 stops29h 53m

$1,445

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

lun. 1/19

8:00 am-10:55 am

3 stops33h 55m

Melbourne

mié. 2/4

12:10 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$1,458

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

jue. 9/11

8:00 am-8:15 am

3 stops33h 15m

Melbourne

jue. 9/25

10:55 am-8:18 pm

2 stops24h 23m

$1,490

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

jue. 1/22

8:00 am-10:55 am

3 stops33h 55m

Melbourne

jue. 2/5

12:10 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$1,558

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

mié. 1/21

7:00 am-8:00 am

3 stops32h 00m

Melbourne

mié. 2/4

10:10 am-9:27 pm

3 stops28h 17m

$2,265

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

lun. 1/19

7:00 am-8:00 am

3 stops32h 00m

Melbourne

mié. 2/4

10:10 am-9:27 pm

3 stops28h 17m

$2,540

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne Airport from Des Moines is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $1,258. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport for around $2,917.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Melbourne Airport is at noon. momondo users have found flights departing from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport at noon for as low as $1,348. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $1,962. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

When to book flights from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport

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Cheap Des Moines to Melbourne Airport (DSM to MEL) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport

Best Price Found

$724

Fastest flight time

21h 51m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Melbourne Airport from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $724. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,252.
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport takes 21h 51m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Des Moines Airport - Melbourne Airport.
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  • How far is Des Moines to Melbourne by plane?

    Des Moines and Melbourne are 9366.9 mi apart from one another. By plane, this route typically takes 21h 51m.

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

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Melbourne Airport were last updated today.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Melbourne Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport?

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,081Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,919 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,256Free CancellationRating
8.0
504 reviews
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