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.

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As of June 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from 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.

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09:45 - 18:33

MEL

DSM

23h 48m

2 stops

18:50 - 10:35

DSM

MEL

24h 45m

2 stops

$1,540American Airlines

Thu, 23 Jul - Thu, 30 Jul

09:45 - 18:20

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23h 35m

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18:50 - 10:35

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24h 45m

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$1,550American Airlines

Thu, 23 Jul - Thu, 30 Jul

07:00 - 14:35

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47h 35m

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16:13 - 10:35

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26h 22m

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$1,793American Airlines

Sat, 17 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

10:00 - 14:35

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44h 35m

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06:30 - 10:15

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35h 45m

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$1,805American Airlines

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09:45 - 15:13

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45h 28m

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30h 30m

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$2,286American Airlines

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08:00 - 18:56

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26h 56m

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16:13 - 11:40

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27h 27m

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$2,294Qantas Airways

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27h 56m

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09:39 - 10:00

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32h 21m

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$2,322Qantas Airways

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07:00 - 18:56

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27h 56m

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09:39 - 12:05

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$2,716Qantas Airways

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20h 21m

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09:39 - 11:10

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33h 31m

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$2,736Qantas Airways

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23 July

MEL09:45Melbourne

23h 48m

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DSM18:33Des Moines

30 July

DSM18:50Des Moines

24h 45m

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MEL10:35Melbourne

$1,540

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23 July

MEL09:45Melbourne

23h 35m

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DSM18:20Des Moines

30 July

DSM18:50Des Moines

24h 45m

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MEL10:35Melbourne

$1,550

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17 Oct

MEL07:00Melbourne

47h 35m

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DSM14:35Des Moines

21 Oct

DSM16:13Des Moines

26h 22m

2 stops

MEL10:35Melbourne

$1,793

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17 Oct

MEL08:00Melbourne

26h 56m

2 stops

DSM18:56Des Moines

21 Oct

DSM16:13Des Moines

27h 27m

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MEL11:40Melbourne

$2,294

Qantas Airways

17 Oct

MEL07:00Melbourne

27h 56m

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DSM18:56Des Moines

21 Oct

DSM09:39Des Moines

32h 21m

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MEL10:00Melbourne

$2,322

Qantas Airways

17 Oct

MEL07:00Melbourne

27h 56m

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DSM18:56Des Moines

21 Oct

DSM09:39Des Moines

32h 21m

2 stops

MEL10:00Melbourne

$2,328

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09:45-18:20

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07:00-14:35

2 stops47h 35m

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16:13-10:35

2 stops26h 22m

$1,793

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2 stops45h 28m

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1 stop30h 30m

$2,286

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2 stops26h 56m

Des Moines

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16:13-11:40

2 stops27h 27m

$2,294

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Melbourne

Sat 17/10

07:00-18:56

2 stops27h 56m

Des Moines

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2 stops32h 21m

$2,322

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MELDSM

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

07:00-18:56

2 stops27h 56m

Des Moines

Wed 21/10

09:39-10:00

2 stops32h 21m

$2,328

MelbourneDes Moines

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MELDSM

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

14:35-18:56

1 stop20h 21m

Des Moines

Wed 21/10

09:39-12:05

2 stops34h 26m

$2,716

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

14:35-18:56

1 stop20h 21m

Des Moines

Wed 21/10

09:39-11:10

2 stops33h 31m

$2,736

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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Des Moines takes 24h 56m

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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 24h 56m.
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?
As of June 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from 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.

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