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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Des Moines from $1,506

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne to Des Moines departing on 30/7. 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
09:45 - 18:20
MEL
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DSM
23h 35m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
14:39 - 06:45
DSM
-
MEL
25h 06m
2 stops
$1,506American Airlines
Thu, 30 Jul - Thu, 6 Aug
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 13:35
MEL
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DSM
42h 50m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
19:13 - 05:00
DSM
-
MEL
42h 47m
1 stop
$2,311American Airlines
Wed, 22 Jul - Sun, 26 Jul
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 09:11
MEL
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DSM
38h 26m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
19:13 - 05:00
DSM
-
MEL
42h 47m
1 stop
$2,537American Airlines
Wed, 29 Jul - Sun, 2 Aug
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 09:11
MEL
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DSM
38h 26m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
19:13 - 05:00
DSM
-
MEL
42h 47m
1 stop
$2,546American Airlines
Wed, 29 Jul - Sun, 2 Aug
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 09:11
MEL
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DSM
38h 26m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
19:13 - 05:00
DSM
-
MEL
42h 47m
1 stop
$2,638American Airlines
Wed, 29 Jul - Sun, 2 Aug
United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 22:56
MEL
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DSM
28h 26m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
13:40 - 08:15
DSM
-
MEL
27h 35m
2 stops
$2,877United Airlines
Wed, 22 Jul - Sun, 26 Jul
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 20:30
MEL
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DSM
24h 35m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:23 - 08:15
DSM
-
MEL
29h 52m
2 stops
$2,879United Airlines
Wed, 29 Jul - Sun, 2 Aug
United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 21:22
MEL
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DSM
26h 52m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
08:00 - 08:15
DSM
-
MEL
33h 15m
2 stops
$2,889United Airlines
Wed, 29 Jul - Sun, 2 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:25 - 13:05
MEL
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DSM
44h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:03 - 05:45
DSM
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MEL
43h 42m
2 stops
$2,892Multiple Airlines
Wed, 1 Jul - Sun, 5 Jul
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:00 - 16:00
MEL
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DSM
23h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:55 - 10:00
DSM
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MEL
29h 05m
3 stops
$3,112Multiple Airlines
Thu, 30 Jul - Thu, 6 Aug

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American Airlines flights from Melbourne to Des Moines

Our best American Airlines deals on Melbourne to Des Moines flight tickets
American Airlines
30 July
MEL09:45Melbourne
23h 35m
1 stop
DSM18:20Des Moines
6 Aug
DSM14:39Des Moines
25h 06m
2 stops
MEL06:45Melbourne
$1,506
American Airlines
22 July
MEL09:45Melbourne
42h 50m
2 stops
DSM13:35Des Moines
26 July
DSM19:13Des Moines
42h 47m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$2,311
American Airlines
29 July
MEL09:45Melbourne
38h 26m
2 stops
DSM09:11Des Moines
2 Aug
DSM19:13Des Moines
42h 47m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$2,537

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
22 July
MEL09:30Melbourne
28h 26m
2 stops
DSM22:56Des Moines
26 July
DSM13:40Des Moines
27h 35m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,877
United Airlines
29 July
MEL10:55Melbourne
24h 35m
2 stops
DSM20:30Des Moines
2 Aug
DSM11:23Des Moines
29h 52m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,879
United Airlines
29 July
MEL10:55Melbourne
24h 35m
2 stops
DSM20:30Des Moines
2 Aug
DSM11:23Des Moines
29h 52m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,885

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MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Thu 30/7

09:45-18:20

1 stop23h 35m

Des Moines

Thu 6/8

14:39-06:45

2 stops25h 06m

$1,506

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Wed 22/7

09:45-13:35

2 stops42h 50m

Des Moines

Sun 26/7

19:13-05:00

1 stop42h 47m

$2,311

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

09:45-09:11

2 stops38h 26m

Des Moines

Sun 2/8

19:13-05:00

1 stop42h 47m

$2,537

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

09:45-09:11

2 stops38h 26m

Des Moines

Sun 2/8

19:13-05:00

1 stop42h 47m

$2,546

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

09:45-09:11

2 stops38h 26m

Des Moines

Sun 2/8

19:13-05:00

1 stop42h 47m

$2,638

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Wed 22/7

09:30-22:56

2 stops28h 26m

Des Moines

Sun 26/7

13:40-08:15

2 stops27h 35m

$2,877

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

10:55-20:30

2 stops24h 35m

Des Moines

Sun 2/8

11:23-08:15

2 stops29h 52m

$2,879

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

09:30-21:22

2 stops26h 52m

Des Moines

Sun 2/8

08:00-08:15

2 stops33h 15m

$2,889

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Wed 1/7

07:25-13:05

2 stops44h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 5/7

19:03-05:45

2 stops43h 42m

$2,892

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Thu 30/7

08:00-16:00

2 stops23h 00m

Des Moines

Thu 6/8

13:55-10:00

3 stops29h 05m

$3,112

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Cheap Melbourne to Des Moines flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

22h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne to Des Moines takes 22h 00m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne to Des Moines. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne to Des Moines.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to Des Moines

  • How far is Melbourne to Des Moines by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Des Moines is 15070.8 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 22h 00m.

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

    Prices for flights from Melbourne to Des Moines Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Des Moines Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Des Moines Airport?

    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 Melbourne to Des Moines Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Des Moines Airport 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 Des Moines Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Des Moines

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,142Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,842 reviews
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to Des Moines

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    By using tools like our “Price Calendar”, you can see the best days for return flights on your travels. Our “Price Forecast” tool uses AI to predict whether you should purchase or hold off on booking for potentially cheaper prices. Explore shows you all flight options from a city or airport to build your own unique adventure. The Discover blog also provides valuable insights for saving money while booking your experience. After searching you can toggle on “Price Alerts” to track prices for your desired flight and book at the ideal moment.

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Yes. All flights to Des Moines from Melbourne on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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