What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

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

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The number of operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is 1 as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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7:31 pm - 6:25 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

42h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

1:00 pm - 7:00 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines

22h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,310Qantas Airways

Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 14

3:11 pm - 8:00 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

10:30 am - 9:01 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines

26h 31m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Denver Intl

$1,314United Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 14

6:20 am - 6:50 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 30m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Los Angeles Los Angeles

2:15 pm - 10:18 amSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines

37h 03m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,314Delta

Tue, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 23

1:27 pm - 8:00 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 33m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

10:30 am - 9:01 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines

26h 31m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Denver Intl

$1,314United Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

3:25 pm - 6:25 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 00m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

7:20 am - 2:49 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines

24h 29m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,332American Airlines

Tue, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 23

6:57 pm - 7:30 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 33m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

9:10 am - 6:26 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines

24h 16m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

$1,405American Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25

5:03 pm - 9:05 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 02m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

9:15 am - 2:20 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines

22h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,410United Airlines

Fri, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 29

2:29 pm - 7:30 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

9:10 am - 7:21 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines

25h 11m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,410American Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25

6:57 pm - 7:05 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 08m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

9:25 pm - 8:39 amSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines

26h 14m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,410American Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25

2:34 pm - 6:35 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 01m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

11:15 am - 5:57 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines

23h 42m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,411American Airlines

Fri, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 29

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Qantas Airways flights from Des Moines to Sydney

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Qantas Airways

Oct 5

DSM7:31 pmDes Moines

42h 54m

2 stops

SYD6:25 amSydney Kingsford Smith

Oct 14

SYD1:00 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

22h 00m

1 stop

DSM7:00 pmDes Moines

$1,310

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Oct 5

DSM7:30 pmDes Moines

20h 35m

1 stop

SYD8:05 amSydney Kingsford Smith

Oct 14

SYD1:00 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

22h 00m

1 stop

DSM7:00 pmDes Moines

$1,431

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Feb 8

DSM3:29 pmDes Moines

26h 36m

2 stops

SYD11:05 amSydney Kingsford Smith

Feb 12

SYD6:55 amSydney Kingsford Smith

24h 54m

2 stops

DSM2:49 pmDes Moines

$1,495

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Oct 5

DSM3:11 pmDes Moines

24h 49m

2 stops

SYD8:00 amSydney Kingsford Smith

Oct 14

SYD10:30 amSydney Kingsford Smith

26h 31m

2 stops

DSM9:01 pmDes Moines

$1,314

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Oct 8

DSM5:45 amDes Moines

34h 15m

2 stops

SYD8:00 amSydney Kingsford Smith

Oct 15

SYD11:20 amSydney Kingsford Smith

22h 28m

2 stops

DSM5:48 pmDes Moines

$1,557

United Airlines

Oct 9

DSM1:27 pmDes Moines

26h 33m

2 stops

SYD8:00 amSydney Kingsford Smith

Oct 16

SYD11:20 amSydney Kingsford Smith

28h 15m

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DSM11:35 pmDes Moines

$1,558

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1:27 pm-8:00 am

2 stops26h 33m

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DSM Des Moines - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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3:25 pm-6:25 am

1 stop22h 00m

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7:20 am-2:49 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$1,332

Des MoinesSydney

DSM Des Moines - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Fri 9/18

6:57 pm-7:30 am

1 stop21h 33m

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1 stop24h 16m

$1,405

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DSM Des Moines - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Fri 1/22

5:03 pm-9:05 am

2 stops23h 02m

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Fri 1/29

9:15 am-2:20 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$1,410

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DSM Des Moines - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Fri 9/18

2:29 pm-7:30 am

2 stops26h 01m

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Fri 9/25

9:10 am-7:21 pm

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DSM Des Moines - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Fri 9/18

6:57 pm-7:05 am

1 stop21h 08m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 9/25

9:25 pm-8:39 am

2 stops26h 14m

$1,410

Des MoinesSydney

DSM Des Moines - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Fri 1/22

2:34 pm-6:35 am

2 stops23h 01m

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Fri 1/29

11:15 am-5:57 pm

2 stops23h 42m

$1,411

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Sydney. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $0. If you are unable to visit Sydney during the month of September, then departing from Des Moines during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $0.

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Fastest flight time	22h 10m
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The best one-way flight to Sydney from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $688. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Sydney found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,310.

The fastest flight from Des Moines to Sydney takes 22h 10m

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How far is Des Moines to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
The straight-line distance from Des Moines to Sydney Kingsford Smith is 8930.9 mi. 22h 10m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is 1 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith 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 Sydney?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Des Moines to Sydney is American Airlines (100% of total bookings).

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