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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Melbourne from $684

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American Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 5:00 am
DSM
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MEL
24h 25m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 5:36 pm
MEL
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DSM
22h 36m2 stops
$1,256American Airlines
Sat, Feb 7 - Sat, Feb 14
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 5:00 am
DSM
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MEL
30h 55m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:05 pm - 11:41 pm
MEL
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DSM
24h 36m1 stop
$1,266American Airlines
Sat, Feb 7 - Sat, Feb 14
Air New Zealand Logo
3:04 pm - 10:55 am
DSM
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MEL
26h 51m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
10:35 am - 10:20 pm
MEL
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DSM
28h 45m2 stops
$1,267Air New Zealand
Sun, Feb 8 - Sun, Feb 15
American Airlines Logo
2:34 pm - 9:30 am
DSM
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MEL
25h 56m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 5:36 pm
MEL
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DSM
22h 36m2 stops
$1,268American Airlines
Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12
American Airlines Logo
3:25 pm - 9:30 am
DSM
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MEL
25h 05m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 5:36 pm
MEL
-
DSM
22h 36m2 stops
$1,269American Airlines
Sun, Feb 8 - Sun, Feb 15
American Airlines Logo
2:34 pm - 9:30 am
DSM
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MEL
25h 56m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 8:57 pm
MEL
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DSM
25h 57m2 stops
$1,271American Airlines
Sat, Feb 7 - Sat, Feb 14
United Airlines Logo
3:04 pm - 9:30 am
DSM
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MEL
25h 26m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 11:44 pm
MEL
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DSM
29h 14m2 stops
$1,290United Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Thu, Jan 22
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 9:30 am
DSM
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MEL
32h 30m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 4:28 pm
MEL
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DSM
21h 58m2 stops
$1,291United Airlines
Tue, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 27
Delta Logo
10:30 am - 8:00 am
DSM
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MEL
28h 30m2 stops
Delta Logo
10:10 am - 4:28 pm
MEL
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DSM
23h 18m2 stops
$1,328Delta
Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Feb 4
United Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 9:30 am
DSM
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MEL
26h 55m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 10:30 pm
MEL
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DSM
26h 30m2 stops
$1,386United Airlines
Wed, Jan 14 - Fri, Jan 30

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport

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American Airlines
Feb 7
DSM11:35 amDes Moines
24h 25m
1 stop
MEL5:00 amMelbourne
Feb 14
MEL4:05 pmMelbourne
35h 42m
1 stop
DSM10:47 amDes Moines
$1,256
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American Airlines
Feb 7
DSM5:05 amDes Moines
30h 55m
1 stop
MEL5:00 amMelbourne
Feb 14
MEL4:05 pmMelbourne
24h 36m
1 stop
DSM11:41 pmDes Moines
$1,266
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American Airlines
Feb 5
DSM2:34 pmDes Moines
25h 56m
2 stops
MEL9:30 amMelbourne
Feb 12
MEL12:00 pmMelbourne
22h 36m
2 stops
DSM5:36 pmDes Moines
$1,268
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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
Jan 7
DSM3:04 pmDes Moines
25h 26m
2 stops
MEL9:30 amMelbourne
Jan 22
MEL11:30 amMelbourne
29h 14m
2 stops
DSM11:44 pmDes Moines
$1,290
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United Airlines
Jan 6
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
32h 30m
2 stops
MEL9:30 amMelbourne
Jan 27
MEL11:30 amMelbourne
21h 58m
2 stops
DSM4:28 pmDes Moines
$1,291
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United Airlines
Jan 6
DSM3:35 pmDes Moines
24h 55m
2 stops
MEL9:30 amMelbourne
Jan 27
MEL11:30 amMelbourne
29h 14m
2 stops
DSM11:44 pmDes Moines
$1,292
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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 December 26, 2025.
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Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 2/7

11:35 am-5:00 am

1 stop24h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 2/14

12:00 pm-5:36 pm

2 stops22h 36m

$1,256

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 2/7

5:05 am-5:00 am

1 stop30h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 2/14

4:05 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop24h 36m

$1,266

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sun 2/8

3:04 pm-10:55 am

2 stops26h 51m

Melbourne

Sun 2/15

10:35 am-10:20 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$1,267

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

2:34 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 56m

Melbourne

Thu 2/12

12:00 pm-5:36 pm

2 stops22h 36m

$1,268

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sun 2/8

3:25 pm-9:30 am

1 stop25h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 2/15

12:00 pm-5:36 pm

2 stops22h 36m

$1,269

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 2/7

2:34 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 56m

Melbourne

Sat 2/14

12:00 pm-8:57 pm

2 stops25h 57m

$1,271

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 1/7

3:04 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 26m

Melbourne

Thu 1/22

11:30 am-11:44 pm

2 stops29h 14m

$1,290

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

8:00 am-9:30 am

2 stops32h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 1/27

11:30 am-4:28 pm

2 stops21h 58m

$1,291

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

10:30 am-8:00 am

2 stops28h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

10:10 am-4:28 pm

2 stops23h 18m

$1,328

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 1/14

1:35 pm-9:30 am

2 stops26h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 1/30

1:00 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops26h 30m

$1,386

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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.

Can stopping save me money on Des Moines to Melbourne Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a Des Moines to Melbourne Airport flight.

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

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Fastest flight time

24h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport takes 24h 55m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to 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 24h 55m.

  • 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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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,260Free CancellationRating
7.2
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