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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Melbourne from $967

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Delta Logo
10:55 - 08:50
DSM
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MEL
29h 55m
2 stops
Delta Logo
11:00 - 21:24
MEL
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DSM
26h 24m
2 stops
$1,747Delta
Mon, 5 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
American Airlines Logo
14:26 - 06:45
DSM
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MEL
25h 19m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 20:13
MEL
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DSM
25h 28m
2 stops
$1,756American Airlines
Sat, 11 Jul - Sat, 1 Aug
American Airlines Logo
15:10 - 12:40
DSM
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MEL
29h 30m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
14:35 - 18:56
MEL
-
DSM
20h 21m
1 stop
$1,768American Airlines
Mon, 5 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
American Airlines Logo
09:41 - 05:00
DSM
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MEL
28h 19m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
08:15 - 16:03
MEL
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DSM
22h 48m
2 stops
$1,786American Airlines
Mon, 15 Jun - Mon, 22 Jun
American Airlines Logo
09:41 - 05:00
DSM
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MEL
28h 19m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
08:15 - 16:03
MEL
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DSM
22h 48m
2 stops
$1,787American Airlines
Mon, 15 Jun - Mon, 22 Jun
American Airlines Logo
18:47 - 13:20
DSM
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MEL
27h 33m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 18:17
MEL
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DSM
23h 32m
1 stop
$1,797American Airlines
Fri, 19 Jun - Fri, 26 Jun
Qantas Airways Logo
16:13 - 14:10
DSM
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AVV
29h 57m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:00 - 18:56
AVV
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DSM
28h 56m
2 stops
$2,716Qantas Airways
Mon, 5 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
19:35 - 22:50
DSM
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AVV
36h 15m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
14:55 - 18:56
AVV
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DSM
43h 01m
2 stops
$2,902Qantas Airways
Thu, 3 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:02 - 16:05
DSM
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AVV
30h 03m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 16:03
AVV
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DSM
25h 03m
2 stops
$3,866Multiple Airlines
Wed, 17 Jun - Wed, 24 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:48 - 14:10
DSM
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AVV
30h 22m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:55 - 16:00
AVV
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DSM
34h 05m
2 stops
$4,601Multiple Airlines
Fri, 3 Jul - Sun, 5 Jul

Air New Zealand flights from Des Moines to Melbourne

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Des Moines to Melbourne flight tickets
Air New Zealand
3 Sept
DSM06:15Des Moines
48h 20m
2 stops
MEL21:35Melbourne
11 Sept
MEL08:35Melbourne
44h 42m
2 stops
DSM14:17Des Moines
$2,558
Air New Zealand
20 May
DSM14:58Des Moines
28h 57m
2 stops
MEL10:55Melbourne
26 May
MEL18:55Melbourne
42h 45m
2 stops
DSM22:40Des Moines
$2,693
Air New Zealand
19 June
DSM06:20Des Moines
37h 35m
2 stops
MEL10:55Melbourne
26 June
MEL08:35Melbourne
29h 00m
2 stops
DSM22:35Des Moines
$2,778

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Melbourne

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Melbourne flight tickets
American Airlines
11 July
DSM14:26Des Moines
25h 19m
2 stops
MEL06:45Melbourne
1 Aug
MEL09:45Melbourne
25h 28m
2 stops
DSM20:13Des Moines
$1,756
American Airlines
5 Oct
DSM15:10Des Moines
29h 30m
2 stops
MEL12:40Melbourne
14 Oct
MEL14:35Melbourne
20h 21m
1 stop
DSM18:56Des Moines
$1,768
American Airlines
15 June
DSM09:41Des Moines
28h 19m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
22 June
MEL08:15Melbourne
22h 48m
2 stops
DSM16:03Des Moines
$1,786

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Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Mon 5/10

10:55-08:50

2 stops29h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 14/10

11:00-21:24

2 stops26h 24m

$1,747

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 11/7

14:26-06:45

2 stops25h 19m

Melbourne

Sat 1/8

09:45-20:13

2 stops25h 28m

$1,756
Fastest return journey

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Mon 5/10

15:10-12:40

2 stops29h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 14/10

14:35-18:56

1 stop20h 21m

$1,768

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Mon 15/6

09:41-05:00

1 stop28h 19m

Melbourne

Mon 22/6

08:15-16:03

2 stops22h 48m

$1,786

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Mon 15/6

09:41-05:00

1 stop28h 19m

Melbourne

Mon 22/6

08:15-16:03

2 stops22h 48m

$1,787

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Fri 19/6

18:47-13:20

2 stops27h 33m

Melbourne

Fri 26/6

09:45-18:17

1 stop23h 32m

$1,797

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Mon 5/10

16:13-14:10

2 stops29h 57m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 14/10

06:00-18:56

2 stops28h 56m

$2,716

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Thu 3/9

19:35-22:50

2 stops36h 15m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 11/9

14:55-18:56

2 stops43h 01m

$2,902

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Wed 17/6

19:02-16:05

2 stops30h 03m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 24/6

06:00-16:03

2 stops25h 03m

$3,866

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Fri 3/7

16:48-14:10

2 stops30h 22m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 5/7

20:55-16:00

2 stops34h 05m

$4,601

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, June 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 June, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $0.

Cheap Des Moines to Melbourne flight deals and tips

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

Fastest flight time

23h 59m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Melbourne takes 23h 59m
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 59m 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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