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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Des Moines from $1,700

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 12/11. 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
23:15 - 14:53
MEL
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DSM
32h 38m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
17:26 - 05:00
DSM
-
MEL
42h 34m
1 stop
$1,700American Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
American Airlines Logo
23:15 - 14:53
MEL
-
DSM
32h 38m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
05:00 - 11:40
DSM
-
MEL
37h 40m
2 stops
$1,740American Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
American Airlines Logo
23:15 - 14:53
MEL
-
DSM
32h 38m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
05:00 - 11:40
DSM
-
MEL
37h 40m
2 stops
$1,742American Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
American Airlines Logo
12:00 - 17:36
MEL
-
DSM
46h 36m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
07:29 - 09:30
DSM
-
MEL
33h 01m
2 stops
$2,001American Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
American Airlines Logo
12:00 - 19:09
MEL
-
DSM
24h 09m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
07:29 - 09:30
DSM
-
MEL
33h 01m
2 stops
$2,099American Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
American Airlines Logo
12:00 - 19:09
MEL
-
DSM
24h 09m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
07:29 - 09:30
DSM
-
MEL
33h 01m
2 stops
$2,100American Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
American Airlines Logo
12:00 - 16:41
MEL
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DSM
21h 41m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
15:23 - 09:30
DSM
-
MEL
25h 07m
1 stop
$2,102American Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Delta Logo
10:00 - 20:49
MEL
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DSM
25h 49m
2 stops
Delta Logo
18:35 - 07:50
DSM
-
MEL
46h 15m
2 stops
$2,103Delta
Sun, 2 Aug - Sun, 9 Aug
Qantas Airways Logo
18:30 - 16:00
MEL
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DSM
36h 30m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
19:35 - 05:00
DSM
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MEL
42h 25m
1 stop
$2,141Qantas Airways
Sun, 2 Aug - Sun, 9 Aug
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 18:20
MEL
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DSM
23h 35m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
19:35 - 05:00
DSM
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MEL
42h 25m
1 stop
$2,955American Airlines
Sun, 2 Aug - Sun, 9 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
12 Nov
MEL23:15Melbourne
32h 38m
1 stop
DSM14:53Des Moines
16 Nov
DSM17:26Des Moines
42h 34m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$1,700
American Airlines
12 Nov
MEL23:15Melbourne
32h 38m
1 stop
DSM14:53Des Moines
16 Nov
DSM05:00Des Moines
37h 40m
2 stops
MEL11:40Melbourne
$1,740
American Airlines
12 Nov
MEL23:15Melbourne
32h 38m
1 stop
DSM14:53Des Moines
16 Nov
DSM05:00Des Moines
37h 40m
2 stops
MEL11:40Melbourne
$1,742

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MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

23:15-14:53

1 stop32h 38m

Des Moines

Mon 16/11

17:26-05:00

1 stop42h 34m

$1,700

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

23:15-14:53

1 stop32h 38m

Des Moines

Mon 16/11

05:00-11:40

2 stops37h 40m

$1,740

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

23:15-14:53

1 stop32h 38m

Des Moines

Mon 16/11

05:00-11:40

2 stops37h 40m

$1,742

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

12:00-17:36

2 stops46h 36m

Des Moines

Mon 16/11

07:29-09:30

2 stops33h 01m

$2,001

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

12:00-19:09

2 stops24h 09m

Des Moines

Mon 16/11

07:29-09:30

2 stops33h 01m

$2,099

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

12:00-19:09

2 stops24h 09m

Des Moines

Mon 16/11

07:29-09:30

2 stops33h 01m

$2,100
Fastest return journey

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

12:00-16:41

1 stop21h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 16/11

15:23-09:30

1 stop25h 07m

$2,102

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Sun 2/8

10:00-20:49

2 stops25h 49m

Des Moines

Sun 9/8

18:35-07:50

2 stops46h 15m

$2,103

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Sun 2/8

18:30-16:00

2 stops36h 30m

Des Moines

Sun 9/8

19:35-05:00

1 stop42h 25m

$2,141

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Sun 2/8

09:45-18:20

1 stop23h 35m

Des Moines

Sun 9/8

19:35-05:00

1 stop42h 25m

$2,955

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Cheap Melbourne to Des Moines flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

22h 41m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne to Des Moines takes 22h 41m
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 41m.

  • 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 $1,163Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,948 reviews
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