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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Des Moines from $1,585

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 14/9. 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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13:35 - 23:12MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
24h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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16:14 - 05:00DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
21h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,585Qantas Airways
Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep
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13:35 - 23:12MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
24h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
Qantas Airways Logo
18:22 - 14:15DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
28h 53m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,643Qantas Airways
Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep
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08:15 - 23:12MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
29h 57m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth
Qantas Airways Logo
18:22 - 11:10DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
25h 48m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,691Qantas Airways
Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:15 - 17:52MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
24h 37m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:29 - 10:00DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
28h 31m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,538Multiple Airlines
Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep
American Airlines Logo
22:45 - 19:33MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
37h 48m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
19:37 - 05:00DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
40h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,811American Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
American Airlines Logo
22:45 - 13:41MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
55h 56m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
19:37 - 05:00DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
40h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$2,811American Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
American Airlines Logo
22:45 - 19:33MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
37h 48m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
15:31 - 11:40DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
27h 09m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane
$2,860American Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 16:07MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
21h 37m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Denver Intl
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09:55 - 09:30DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
30h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles
$2,979United Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 16:07MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
21h 37m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
09:55 - 09:30DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
30h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles
$2,980United Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:30 - 23:12MEL  Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
45h 42m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:57 - 08:35DSM  Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
46h 38m3 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$3,152Multiple Airlines
Mon, 14 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

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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
13 Aug
MEL09:45Melbourne
24h 34m
2 stops
DSM19:19Des Moines
17 Aug
DSM19:49Des Moines
43h 56m
2 stops
MEL06:45Melbourne
$1,651
American Airlines
13 Aug
MEL09:45Melbourne
24h 10m
2 stops
DSM18:55Des Moines
17 Aug
DSM19:49Des Moines
43h 56m
2 stops
MEL06:45Melbourne
$1,657
American Airlines
13 Nov
MEL22:45Melbourne
55h 56m
2 stops
DSM13:41Des Moines
16 Nov
DSM19:37Des Moines
40h 23m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$2,811

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
13 Aug
MEL10:55Melbourne
25h 28m
2 stops
DSM21:23Des Moines
17 Aug
DSM17:21Des Moines
23h 09m
2 stops
MEL07:30Melbourne
$2,903
United Airlines
13 Nov
MEL11:30Melbourne
21h 37m
2 stops
DSM16:07Des Moines
16 Nov
DSM09:55Des Moines
30h 35m
2 stops
MEL09:30Melbourne
$2,979
United Airlines
13 Nov
MEL11:30Melbourne
21h 37m
2 stops
DSM16:07Des Moines
16 Nov
DSM09:55Des Moines
30h 35m
2 stops
MEL09:30Melbourne
$2,980

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MEL Melbourne - DSM Des Moines

MELDSM

Melbourne

Mon 14/9

13:35-23:12

1 stop24h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 21/9

16:14-05:00

1 stop21h 46m

$1,585

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL Melbourne - DSM Des Moines

MELDSM

Melbourne

Mon 14/9

13:35-23:12

1 stop24h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 21/9

18:22-14:15

2 stops28h 53m

$1,643

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL Melbourne - DSM Des Moines

MELDSM

Melbourne

Mon 14/9

08:15-23:12

2 stops29h 57m

Des Moines

Mon 21/9

18:22-11:10

2 stops25h 48m

$1,691

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL Melbourne - DSM Des Moines

MELDSM

Melbourne

Mon 14/9

08:15-17:52

2 stops24h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 21/9

14:29-10:00

3 stops28h 31m

$2,538

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL Melbourne - DSM Des Moines

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 13/11

22:45-19:33

1 stop37h 48m

Des Moines

Mon 16/11

19:37-05:00

1 stop40h 23m

$2,811

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL Melbourne - DSM Des Moines

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 13/11

22:45-13:41

2 stops55h 56m

Des Moines

Mon 16/11

19:37-05:00

1 stop40h 23m

$2,811

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL Melbourne - DSM Des Moines

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 13/11

22:45-19:33

1 stop37h 48m

Des Moines

Mon 16/11

15:31-11:40

2 stops27h 09m

$2,860

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL Melbourne - DSM Des Moines

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 13/11

11:30-16:07

2 stops21h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 16/11

09:55-09:30

2 stops30h 35m

$2,979

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL Melbourne - DSM Des Moines

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 13/11

11:30-16:07

2 stops21h 37m

Des Moines

Mon 16/11

09:55-09:30

2 stops30h 35m

$2,980

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL Melbourne - DSM Des Moines

MELDSM

Melbourne

Mon 14/9

16:30-23:12

3 stops45h 42m

Des Moines

Mon 21/9

18:57-08:35

3 stops46h 38m

$3,152

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Fastest flight time

24h 37m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Des Moines takes 24h 37m
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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 24h 37m.

  • 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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  • 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 $1,129Free cancellationRating
7.4
10,058 reviews
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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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