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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Des Moines from $845

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne to Des Moines departing on 25/8. 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 - 13:45
MEL
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DSM
43h 00m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
19:13 - 05:00
DSM
-
MEL
42h 47m
1 stop
$1,698American Airlines
Fri, 24 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 23:58
MEL
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DSM
53h 13m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
19:13 - 05:00
DSM
-
MEL
42h 47m
1 stop
$2,317American Airlines
Fri, 24 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 13:45
MEL
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DSM
43h 00m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
19:13 - 05:00
DSM
-
MEL
42h 47m
1 stop
$2,469American Airlines
Fri, 24 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 13:45
MEL
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DSM
43h 00m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
19:13 - 05:00
DSM
-
MEL
42h 47m
1 stop
$2,481American Airlines
Wed, 29 Jul - Sun, 2 Aug
American Airlines Logo
14:20 - 18:20
MEL
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DSM
43h 00m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
19:13 - 05:00
DSM
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MEL
42h 47m
1 stop
$2,512American Airlines
Fri, 24 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul
American Airlines Logo
14:20 - 18:20
MEL
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DSM
43h 00m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
19:13 - 10:15
DSM
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MEL
24h 02m
2 stops
$2,565American Airlines
Fri, 24 Jul - Tue, 28 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
$2,900United Airlines
Wed, 29 Jul - Sun, 2 Aug
United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 16:15
MEL
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DSM
21h 45m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:23 - 08:15
DSM
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MEL
29h 52m
2 stops
$2,958United Airlines
Fri, 24 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul
United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 16:15
MEL
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DSM
21h 45m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:23 - 08:15
DSM
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MEL
29h 52m
2 stops
$2,961United Airlines
Fri, 24 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul
United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 16:15
MEL
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DSM
21h 45m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:23 - 08:15
DSM
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MEL
29h 52m
2 stops
$2,962United Airlines
Fri, 24 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul

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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
24 July
MEL09:45Melbourne
43h 00m
2 stops
DSM13:45Des Moines
28 July
DSM19:13Des Moines
42h 47m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$1,698
American Airlines
24 July
MEL09:45Melbourne
53h 13m
2 stops
DSM23:58Des Moines
28 July
DSM19:13Des Moines
42h 47m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$2,317
American Airlines
24 July
MEL09:45Melbourne
43h 00m
2 stops
DSM13:45Des Moines
28 July
DSM19:13Des Moines
42h 47m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$2,469

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
29 July
MEL10:55Melbourne
24h 35m
2 stops
DSM20:30Des Moines
2 Aug
DSM11:23Des Moines
29h 52m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,900
United Airlines
24 July
MEL09:30Melbourne
21h 45m
2 stops
DSM16:15Des Moines
28 July
DSM11:23Des Moines
29h 52m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,958
United Airlines
24 July
MEL09:30Melbourne
21h 45m
2 stops
DSM16:15Des Moines
28 July
DSM11:23Des Moines
29h 52m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,961

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 22 June 2026.
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MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

09:45-13:45

2 stops43h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 28/7

19:13-05:00

1 stop42h 47m

$1,698

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

09:45-23:58

2 stops53h 13m

Des Moines

Tue 28/7

19:13-05:00

1 stop42h 47m

$2,317

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

09:45-13:45

2 stops43h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 28/7

19:13-05:00

1 stop42h 47m

$2,469

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

09:45-13:45

2 stops43h 00m

Des Moines

Sun 2/8

19:13-05:00

1 stop42h 47m

$2,481

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

14:20-18:20

2 stops43h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 28/7

19:13-05:00

1 stop42h 47m

$2,512

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

14:20-18:20

2 stops43h 00m

Des Moines

Tue 28/7

19:13-10:15

2 stops24h 02m

$2,565

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

$2,900
Fastest return journey

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

09:30-16:15

2 stops21h 45m

Des Moines

Tue 28/7

11:23-08:15

2 stops29h 52m

$2,958

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

09:30-16:15

2 stops21h 45m

Des Moines

Tue 28/7

11:23-08:15

2 stops29h 52m

$2,961

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

09:30-16:15

2 stops21h 45m

Des Moines

Tue 28/7

11:23-08:15

2 stops29h 52m

$2,962

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What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Des Moines?

United Airlines and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Des Moines

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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.

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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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Rating
Free cancellation
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,150Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,875 reviews
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