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 26h 20m on average. If you fly from Perth (another popular airport in Australia) to Des Moines, then the average flight time is 59h 28m.

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

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

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 September 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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13:00 - 21:45MEL-OMA

25h 45m1 stop

13:45 - 09:30OMA-MEL

26h 45m2 stops

$1,268United Airlines

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Wed, 5 Nov - Wed, 12 Nov

13:00 - 23:44MEL-DSM

27h 44m2 stops

06:05 - 09:30DSM-MEL

34h 25m2 stops

$1,274United Airlines

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Mon, 3 Nov - Mon, 10 Nov

09:40 - 14:47BNE-OMA

21h 07m1 stop

06:54 - 06:30OMA-BNE

31h 36m2 stops

$1,309American Airlines

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Tue, 4 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov

11:40 - 16:12BNE-OMA

20h 32m2 stops

06:00 - 07:30OMA-BNE

33h 30m2 stops

$1,358United Airlines

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Tue, 4 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov

19:40 - 23:00BNE-OMA

19h 20m1 stop

18:09 - 06:30OMA-BNE

20h 21m1 stop

$1,693Qantas Airways

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Tue, 4 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov

12:00 - 23:49MEL-DSM

52h 49m2 stops

17:59 - 05:00DSM-MEL

42h 01m1 stop

$2,049American Airlines

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Fri, 20 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

12:35 - 18:02BNE-MLI

44h 27m2 stops

06:00 - 23:00MLI-BNE

50h 00m2 stops

$2,053Cathay Pacific

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Sat, 18 Oct - Sat, 25 Oct

12:00 - 23:00MEL-OMA

28h 00m1 stop

15:27 - 09:30OMA-MEL

25h 03m1 stop

$2,723Qantas Airways

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Wed, 5 Nov - Wed, 12 Nov

14:05 - 22:38MEL-OMA

25h 33m3 stops

15:38 - 11:25OMA-MEL

26h 47m2 stops

$2,726Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 5 Nov - Wed, 12 Nov

12:55 - 22:38BNE-OMA

25h 43m3 stops

15:27 - 09:40OMA-BNE

26h 13m2 stops

$2,876Multiple Airlines

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Tue, 4 Nov - Tue, 11 Nov

United Airlines flights from Australia to Iowa

Our best United Airlines deals on Australia to Iowa flight tickets

United Airlines

5 Nov

MEL13:00Melbourne

25h 45m

1 stop

OMA21:45Omaha Eppley Airfield

12 Nov

OMA13:45Omaha Eppley Airfield

26h 45m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,268

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United Airlines

3 Nov

MEL13:00Melbourne

27h 44m

2 stops

DSM23:44Des Moines

10 Nov

DSM06:05Des Moines

34h 25m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,274

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United Airlines

4 Nov

BNE11:40Brisbane

20h 32m

2 stops

OMA16:12Omaha Eppley Airfield

11 Nov

OMA06:00Omaha Eppley Airfield

33h 30m

2 stops

BNE07:30Brisbane

$1,358

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American Airlines flights from Australia to Iowa

Our best American Airlines deals on Australia to Iowa flight tickets

American Airlines

4 Nov

BNE09:40Brisbane

21h 07m

1 stop

OMA14:47Omaha Eppley Airfield

11 Nov

OMA06:54Omaha Eppley Airfield

31h 36m

2 stops

BNE06:30Brisbane

$1,309

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American Airlines

20 Feb

MEL12:00Melbourne

52h 49m

2 stops

DSM23:49Des Moines

24 Feb

DSM17:59Des Moines

42h 01m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$2,049

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American Airlines

20 Feb

MEL12:00Melbourne

40h 03m

2 stops

DSM11:03Des Moines

24 Feb

DSM17:59Des Moines

42h 01m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$2,090

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MelbourneOmaha

MEL - OMA

MELOMA

Melbourne

Wed 5/11

13:00-21:45

1 stop25h 45m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 12/11

13:45-09:30

2 stops26h 45m

$1,268

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Mon 3/11

13:00-23:44

2 stops27h 44m

Des Moines

Mon 10/11

06:05-09:30

2 stops34h 25m

$1,274

BrisbaneOmaha

BNE - OMA

BNEOMA

Brisbane

Tue 4/11

09:40-14:47

1 stop21h 07m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 11/11

06:54-06:30

2 stops31h 36m

$1,309

BrisbaneOmaha

BNE - OMA

BNEOMA

Brisbane

Tue 4/11

11:40-16:12

2 stops20h 32m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 11/11

06:00-07:30

2 stops33h 30m

$1,358

BrisbaneOmaha

BNE - OMA

BNEOMA

Brisbane

Tue 4/11

19:40-23:00

1 stop19h 20m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 11/11

18:09-06:30

1 stop20h 21m

$1,693

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

12:00-23:49

2 stops52h 49m

Des Moines

Tue 24/2

17:59-05:00

1 stop42h 01m

$2,049

BrisbaneMoline

BNE - MLI

BNEMLI

Brisbane

Sat 18/10

12:35-18:02

2 stops44h 27m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 25/10

06:00-23:00

2 stops50h 00m

$2,053

MelbourneOmaha

MEL - OMA

MELOMA

Melbourne

Wed 5/11

12:00-23:00

1 stop28h 00m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 12/11

15:27-09:30

1 stop25h 03m

$2,723

MelbourneOmaha

MEL - OMA

MELOMA

Melbourne

Wed 5/11

14:05-22:38

3 stops25h 33m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 12/11

15:38-11:25

2 stops26h 47m

$2,726

BrisbaneOmaha

BNE - OMA

BNEOMA

Brisbane

Tue 4/11

12:55-22:38

3 stops25h 43m

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 11/11

15:27-09:40

2 stops26h 13m

$2,876

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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 $1,721. 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 $2,940.

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 $2,029. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Iowa is in the afternoon when prices are around $2,432.

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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 September 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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United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,263	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,923 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,784	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 907 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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