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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Melbourne from $915

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Des Moines to Melbourne departing on 23/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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American Airlines Logo
09:51 - 05:00DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
28h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
13:35 - 23:12MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
24h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,741American Airlines
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
American Airlines Logo
09:51 - 05:00DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
28h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
13:35 - 23:12MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
24h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,744American Airlines
Wed, 23 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
American Airlines Logo
09:51 - 05:00DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
28h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
08:15 - 17:52MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
24h 37m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,786American Airlines
Wed, 23 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
Delta Logo
10:20 - 07:50DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
30h 30m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Los Angeles Los Angeles
Delta Logo
10:00 - 22:26MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
27h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$1,789Delta
Wed, 23 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
American Airlines Logo
18:57 - 10:35DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
24h 38m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 19:21MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
24h 36m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,795American Airlines
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
American Airlines Logo
09:51 - 05:00DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
28h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
08:15 - 17:52MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
24h 37m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,803American Airlines
Wed, 23 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
American Airlines Logo
18:07 - 10:15DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
25h 08m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith
American Airlines Logo
13:35 - 23:12MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
24h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,805American Airlines
Wed, 23 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
American Airlines Logo
18:07 - 12:40DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
27h 33m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith
American Airlines Logo
13:35 - 23:12MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
24h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,809American Airlines
Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep
United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 10:30DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
30h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
08:00 - 14:20MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
47h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Houston George Bush Intcntl
$1,816United Airlines
Wed, 20 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
United Airlines Logo
15:11 - 08:15DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
26h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 17:48MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
23h 18m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,919United Airlines
Fri, 25 Sep - Fri, 2 Oct

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Delta flights from Des Moines to Melbourne

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Melbourne flight tickets
Delta
23 Sept
DSM10:20Des Moines
30h 30m
2 stops
MEL07:50Melbourne
30 Sept
MEL10:00Melbourne
27h 26m
2 stops
DSM22:26Des Moines
$1,789
Delta
25 Sept
DSM11:31Des Moines
29h 19m
2 stops
MEL07:50Melbourne
2 Oct
MEL10:00Melbourne
27h 26m
2 stops
DSM22:26Des Moines
$1,931

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Melbourne

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Melbourne flight tickets
American Airlines
21 Sept
DSM09:51Des Moines
28h 09m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
28 Sept
MEL13:35Melbourne
24h 37m
1 stop
DSM23:12Des Moines
$1,741
American Airlines
23 Sept
DSM09:51Des Moines
28h 09m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
30 Sept
MEL13:35Melbourne
24h 37m
1 stop
DSM23:12Des Moines
$1,744
American Airlines
23 Sept
DSM09:51Des Moines
28h 09m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
30 Sept
MEL08:15Melbourne
24h 37m
2 stops
DSM17:52Des Moines
$1,786

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Melbourne 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 78,305 searches. Data last updated 12 August 2026.
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Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM Des Moines - MEL Melbourne

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Mon 21/9

09:51-05:00

1 stop28h 09m

Melbourne

Mon 28/9

13:35-23:12

1 stop24h 37m

$1,741

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM Des Moines - MEL Melbourne

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 23/9

09:51-05:00

1 stop28h 09m

Melbourne

Wed 30/9

13:35-23:12

1 stop24h 37m

$1,744

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM Des Moines - MEL Melbourne

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 23/9

09:51-05:00

1 stop28h 09m

Melbourne

Wed 30/9

08:15-17:52

2 stops24h 37m

$1,786

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM Des Moines - MEL Melbourne

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 23/9

10:20-07:50

2 stops30h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 30/9

10:00-22:26

2 stops27h 26m

$1,789
Fastest return journey

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM Des Moines - MEL Melbourne

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Mon 21/9

18:57-10:35

2 stops24h 38m

Melbourne

Mon 28/9

09:45-19:21

2 stops24h 36m

$1,795

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM Des Moines - MEL Melbourne

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 23/9

09:51-05:00

1 stop28h 09m

Melbourne

Wed 30/9

08:15-17:52

2 stops24h 37m

$1,803

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM Des Moines - MEL Melbourne

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 23/9

18:07-10:15

2 stops25h 08m

Melbourne

Wed 30/9

13:35-23:12

1 stop24h 37m

$1,805

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM Des Moines - MEL Melbourne

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 16/9

18:07-12:40

2 stops27h 33m

Melbourne

Wed 23/9

13:35-23:12

1 stop24h 37m

$1,809

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM Des Moines - MEL Melbourne

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Wed 20/1

11:30-10:30

2 stops30h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 30/1

08:00-14:20

2 stops47h 20m

$1,816

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM Des Moines - MEL Melbourne

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 25/9

15:11-08:15

2 stops26h 04m

Melbourne

Fri 2/10

09:30-17:48

2 stops23h 18m

$1,919

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $0. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of October, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,537.

Cheap Des Moines to Melbourne flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

23h 54m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Melbourne takes 23h 54m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Melbourne. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Melbourne.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Des Moines to Melbourne

  • How far is Des Moines to Melbourne by plane?

    Des Moines and Melbourne are 15070.8 km apart from one another. 23h 54m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Melbourne?

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Melbourne refresh daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport 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 stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Melbourne.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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