Cheap flights from Iowa to Melbourne from $615

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Qantas Airways Logo
11:46 am - 5:00 amOMA-MEL
24h 14m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 2:04 pmMEL-OMA
35h 44m2 stops
$1,108Qantas Airways
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Wed, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 16
American Airlines Logo
10:21 am - 6:45 amDSM-MEL
29h 24m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 6:09 pmMEL-DSM
23h 24m2 stops
$1,251American Airlines
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Sat, Sep 20 - Sat, Sep 27
Air New Zealand Logo
4:51 pm - 10:50 amOMA-MEL
26h 59m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
8:35 am - 10:10 pmMEL-OMA
28h 35m2 stops
$1,306Air New Zealand
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Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 23
Air New Zealand Logo
6:15 am - 5:45 pmDSM-MEL
44h 30m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
8:35 am - 10:22 pmMEL-DSM
28h 47m2 stops
$1,385Air New Zealand
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Thu, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 25
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8:00 am - 10:55 amDSM-MEL
33h 55m3 stops
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12:10 pm - 10:30 pmMEL-DSM
27h 20m2 stops
$1,456
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Mon, Jan 19 - Wed, Feb 4
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:00 amDSM-MEL
35h 00m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 8:32 pmMEL-DSM
26h 02m2 stops
$1,458United Airlines
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Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Feb 4
Cathay Pacific Logo
5:56 pm - 5:55 amCID-MEL
44h 59m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
7:25 am - 11:14 pmMEL-CID
30h 49m2 stops
$1,547Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 23
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8:00 am - 10:55 amDSM-MEL
33h 55m3 stops
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12:10 pm - 10:30 pmMEL-DSM
27h 20m2 stops
$1,556
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Thu, Jan 22 - Thu, Feb 5
Cathay Pacific Logo
5:56 pm - 11:00 pmCID-MEL
36h 04m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:45 am - 6:14 pmMEL-CID
34h 29m2 stops
$1,597Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 13
United Airlines Logo
8:54 am - 7:30 amCID-MEL
31h 36m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 4:54 pmMEL-CID
22h 24m2 stops
$1,607United Airlines
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Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 24

American Airlines flights from Iowa to Melbourne

Our best American Airlines deals on Iowa to Melbourne flight tickets
American Airlines
Sep 20
DSM10:21 amDes Moines
29h 24m
2 stops
MEL6:45 amMelbourne
Sep 27
MEL9:45 amMelbourne
23h 24m
2 stops
DSM6:09 pmDes Moines
American Airlines
Sep 20
DSM10:21 amDes Moines
29h 24m
2 stops
MEL6:45 amMelbourne
Sep 27
MEL9:45 amMelbourne
23h 24m
2 stops
DSM6:09 pmDes Moines
American Airlines
Sep 19
DSM9:34 amDes Moines
28h 26m
1 stop
MEL5:00 amMelbourne
Sep 26
MEL3:05 pmMelbourne
32h 59m
1 stop
DSM9:04 amDes Moines

Qantas Airways flights from Iowa to Melbourne

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Iowa to Melbourne flight tickets
Qantas Airways
Dec 10
OMA11:46 amOmaha Eppley Airfield
24h 14m
1 stop
MEL5:00 amMelbourne
Dec 16
MEL7:20 pmMelbourne
35h 44m
2 stops
OMA2:04 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
Qantas Airways
Dec 10
OMA3:26 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
25h 59m
2 stops
MEL10:25 amMelbourne
Dec 16
MEL7:20 pmMelbourne
35h 44m
2 stops
OMA2:04 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
Qantas Airways
Dec 10
OMA3:26 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield
29h 09m
2 stops
MEL1:35 pmMelbourne
Dec 16
MEL4:25 pmMelbourne
38h 39m
2 stops
OMA2:04 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

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OmahaMelbourne

OMA - MEL

OMAMEL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 12/10

11:46 am-5:00 am

1 stop24h 14m

Melbourne

Tue 12/16

7:20 pm-2:04 pm

2 stops35h 44m

$1,108

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

10:21 am-6:45 am

2 stops29h 24m

Melbourne

Sat 9/27

9:45 am-6:09 pm

2 stops23h 24m

$1,251

OmahaMelbourne

OMA - MEL

OMAMEL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 9/16

4:51 pm-10:50 am

2 stops26h 59m

Melbourne

Tue 9/23

8:35 am-10:10 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$1,306

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 9/18

6:15 am-5:45 pm

2 stops44h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 9/25

8:35 am-10:22 pm

2 stops28h 47m

$1,385

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

8:00 am-10:55 am

3 stops33h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

12:10 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$1,456

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

6:00 am-10:00 am

2 stops35h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

11:30 am-8:32 pm

2 stops26h 02m

$1,458

Cedar RapidsMelbourne

CID - MEL

CIDMEL

Cedar Rapids

Tue 9/16

5:56 pm-5:55 am

2 stops44h 59m

Melbourne

Tue 9/23

7:25 am-11:14 pm

2 stops30h 49m

$1,547

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

8:00 am-10:55 am

3 stops33h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 2/5

12:10 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$1,556

Cedar RapidsMelbourne

CID - MEL

CIDMEL

Cedar Rapids

Wed 11/5

5:56 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops36h 04m

Melbourne

Thu 11/13

12:45 am-6:14 pm

2 stops34h 29m

$1,597

Cedar RapidsMelbourne

CID - MEL

CIDMEL

Cedar Rapids

Wed 9/17

8:54 am-7:30 am

2 stops31h 36m

Melbourne

Wed 9/24

9:30 am-4:54 pm

2 stops22h 24m

$1,607

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Iowa to Melbourne

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne from Iowa 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. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Saturday is $2,917.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is at noon. Flights from Iowa to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $1,348. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,962. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Cheap Iowa to Melbourne flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Iowa to Melbourne

Best Price Found

$615

Fastest flight time

21h 08m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Melbourne

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Melbourne from Iowa in the past 72 hours is $615. The best round-trip flight deal from Iowa to Melbourne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,108.
The fastest flight from Iowa to Melbourne takes 21h 08m
There are no direct flights from Iowa to Melbourne. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Omaha Eppley Airfield Airport - Melbourne Airport, Des Moines Airport - Melbourne Airport and Cedar Rapids Airport - Melbourne Airport.
There is 1 airport near Melbourne: Melbourne (MEL)
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Melbourne?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Iowa to Melbourne.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Iowa to Melbourne

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Airline
Rating
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,081Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,915 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,256Free CancellationRating
7.9
502 reviews
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