What is the cheapest airline that flies from Australia to Iowa?

United Airlines and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to Iowa

How long is the flight from Australia to Iowa?

The flight from Australia to Iowa depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Melbourne (a popular airport in Australia) to Des Moines (the most popular airport in Iowa), then the flight time is 21h 37m on average. If you fly from Perth (another popular airport in Australia) to Des Moines, then the average flight time is 59h 28m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Iowa?

Prices for flights from Australia to Iowa are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Iowa?

As of August 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Iowa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Iowa?

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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Iowa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Iowa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Iowa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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11:40 - 10:35BNE-CID

38h 55m2 stops

08:00 - 07:30CID-BNE

31h 30m2 stops

$1,625United Airlines

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Tue, 25 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov

11:40 - 14:16BNE-CID

42h 36m2 stops

06:30 - 07:30CID-BNE

33h 00m2 stops

$1,626United Airlines

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Tue, 25 Nov - Thu, 27 Nov

11:30 - 16:07MEL-DSM

21h 37m2 stops

18:46 - 09:30DSM-MEL

45h 44m2 stops

$1,689United Airlines

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Fri, 28 Nov - Mon, 29 Dec

10:35 - 22:20MEL-DSM

28h 45m2 stops

08:00 - 09:25DSM-MEL

32h 25m2 stops

$1,703Air New Zealand

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25h 10m1 stop

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12:00 - 17:36MEL-DSM

22h 36m2 stops

15:20 - 09:30DSM-MEL

25h 10m1 stop

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26h 27m3 stops

17:52 - 11:05DSM-MEL

25h 13m2 stops

$1,994

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10:45 - 20:12MEL-DSM

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25h 50m2 stops

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15:05 - 23:13MEL-DSM

23h 08m1 stop

16:09 - 05:00DSM-MEL

21h 51m1 stop

$2,157Qantas Airways

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Wed, 17 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep

18:20 - 14:59MEL-DSM

37h 39m3 stops

15:30 - 11:05DSM-MEL

26h 35m2 stops

$3,070Qantas Airways

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Qatar Airways flights from Australia to Iowa

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Australia to Iowa flight tickets

Qatar Airways

19 Sept

PER22:45Perth

51h 20m

2 stops

DSM13:05Des Moines

26 Sept

DSM09:34Des Moines

37h 21m

2 stops

PER11:55Perth

$3,172

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Qatar Airways

15 Oct

PER22:45Perth

59h 28m

2 stops

DSM21:13Des Moines

19 Oct

DSM12:49Des Moines

40h 51m

2 stops

PER18:40Perth

$3,258

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United Airlines flights from Australia to Iowa

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United Airlines

25 Nov

BNE11:40Brisbane

38h 55m

2 stops

CID10:35Cedar Rapids

27 Nov

CID08:00Cedar Rapids

31h 30m

2 stops

BNE07:30Brisbane

$1,625

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25 Nov

BNE11:40Brisbane

42h 36m

2 stops

CID14:16Cedar Rapids

27 Nov

CID06:30Cedar Rapids

33h 00m

2 stops

BNE07:30Brisbane

$1,626

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United Airlines

28 Nov

MEL11:30Melbourne

21h 37m

2 stops

DSM16:07Des Moines

29 Dec

DSM18:46Des Moines

45h 44m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,689

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BrisbaneCedar Rapids

BNE - CID

BNECID

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Tue 25/11

11:40-10:35

2 stops38h 55m

Cedar Rapids

Thu 27/11

08:00-07:30

2 stops31h 30m

$1,625

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BNE - CID

BNECID

Brisbane

Tue 25/11

11:40-14:16

2 stops42h 36m

Cedar Rapids

Thu 27/11

06:30-07:30

2 stops33h 00m

$1,626

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 28/11

11:30-16:07

2 stops21h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 29/12

18:46-09:30

2 stops45h 44m

$1,689

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 28/11

10:35-22:20

2 stops28h 45m

Des Moines

Thu 26/2

08:00-09:25

2 stops32h 25m

$1,703

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 28/11

08:00-14:45

2 stops23h 45m

Des Moines

Mon 29/12

15:20-09:30

1 stop25h 10m

$1,710

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Sat 29/11

12:00-17:36

2 stops22h 36m

Des Moines

Sat 27/12

15:20-09:30

1 stop25h 10m

$1,757

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 28/11

10:45-20:12

3 stops26h 27m

Des Moines

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17:52-11:05

2 stops25h 13m

$1,994

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 28/11

10:45-20:12

3 stops26h 27m

Des Moines

Mon 29/12

15:30-10:20

2 stops25h 50m

$2,068

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Wed 17/9

15:05-23:13

1 stop23h 08m

Des Moines

Wed 24/9

16:09-05:00

1 stop21h 51m

$2,157

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 28/11

18:20-14:59

3 stops37h 39m

Des Moines

Sat 27/12

15:30-11:05

2 stops26h 35m

$3,070

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Australia to Iowa

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

The cheapest day to depart from Australia to Iowa is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,754. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Australia because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,996.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Australia to Iowa flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Iowa in the morning for as low as $2,067. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Iowa is in the afternoon when prices are around $2,479.

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Best price found	$1,171
Fastest flight time	19h 07m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Iowa	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Iowa from Australia in the past 72 hours is $1,171. The best return flight deal from Australia to Iowa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,625.

The fastest flight from Australia to Iowa takes 19h 07m

There are no direct flights from Australia to Iowa. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Melbourne Airport - Des Moines Airport, Brisbane Airport - Cedar Rapids Airport and Melbourne Airport - Omaha Eppley Airfield Airport.

There are 3 airports near Iowa: Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA), Des Moines (DSM), Cedar Rapids (CID)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Iowa?
Prices for flights from Australia to Iowa are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Iowa?
As of August 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Iowa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Iowa?
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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Iowa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Iowa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Iowa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Australia to Iowa

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,310	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,916 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,818	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 887 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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