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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Des Moines from $2,726

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American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 09:01
MEL
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DSM
38h 16m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
19:35 - 05:00
DSM
-
MEL
42h 25m
1 stop
$2,726American Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
Japan Airlines Logo
07:25 - 13:21
MEL
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DSM
44h 56m
2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
10:26 - 05:45
DSM
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MEL
52h 19m
2 stops
$2,769Japan Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 21:45
MEL
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DSM
25h 50m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
15:01 - 08:15
DSM
-
MEL
26h 14m
2 stops
$2,961United Airlines
Sat, 23 May - Wed, 27 May
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 20:30
MEL
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DSM
24h 35m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
15:01 - 08:15
DSM
-
MEL
26h 14m
2 stops
$2,971United Airlines
Sat, 23 May - Wed, 27 May
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 21:45
MEL
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DSM
25h 50m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
13:35 - 07:30
DSM
-
MEL
26h 55m
2 stops
$2,973United Airlines
Sat, 23 May - Wed, 27 May
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 09:11
MEL
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DSM
38h 26m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
16:48 - 05:00
DSM
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MEL
21h 12m
1 stop
$3,031American Airlines
Sat, 23 May - Wed, 27 May
Qantas Airways Logo
13:35 - 23:15
MEL
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DSM
24h 40m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
19:35 - 05:00
DSM
-
MEL
42h 25m
1 stop
$3,032Qantas Airways
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 09:11
MEL
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DSM
38h 26m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
16:48 - 05:00
DSM
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MEL
21h 12m
1 stop
$3,094American Airlines
Sat, 23 May - Wed, 27 May
American Airlines Logo
13:30 - 18:17
MEL
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DSM
43h 47m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
16:48 - 05:00
DSM
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MEL
21h 12m
1 stop
$3,136American Airlines
Sat, 23 May - Wed, 27 May
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 18:17
MEL
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DSM
23h 32m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
08:43 - 06:45
DSM
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MEL
31h 02m
2 stops
$3,291American Airlines
Sat, 23 May - Wed, 27 May

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Des Moines

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to Des Moines flight tickets
United Airlines
23 May
MEL10:55Melbourne
25h 50m
2 stops
DSM21:45Des Moines
27 May
DSM15:01Des Moines
26h 14m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,961
United Airlines
23 May
MEL10:55Melbourne
24h 35m
2 stops
DSM20:30Des Moines
27 May
DSM15:01Des Moines
26h 14m
2 stops
MEL08:15Melbourne
$2,971
United Airlines
23 May
MEL10:55Melbourne
25h 50m
2 stops
DSM21:45Des Moines
27 May
DSM13:35Des Moines
26h 55m
2 stops
MEL07:30Melbourne
$2,973

Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Des Moines

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne to Des Moines flight tickets
Qantas Airways
12 Aug
MEL13:35Melbourne
24h 40m
1 stop
DSM23:15Des Moines
16 Aug
DSM19:35Des Moines
42h 25m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$3,032
Qantas Airways
23 May
MEL13:35Melbourne
19h 46m
1 stop
DSM18:21Des Moines
27 May
DSM16:48Des Moines
21h 12m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$3,325
Qantas Airways
23 May
MEL13:35Melbourne
19h 46m
1 stop
DSM18:21Des Moines
27 May
DSM16:48Des Moines
21h 12m
1 stop
MEL05:00Melbourne
$3,326

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MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

09:45-09:01

2 stops38h 16m

Des Moines

Sun 16/8

19:35-05:00

1 stop42h 25m

$2,726

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

07:25-13:21

2 stops44h 56m

Des Moines

Sun 16/8

10:26-05:45

2 stops52h 19m

$2,769

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

10:55-21:45

2 stops25h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 27/5

15:01-08:15

2 stops26h 14m

$2,961
Fastest return journey

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

10:55-20:30

2 stops24h 35m

Des Moines

Wed 27/5

15:01-08:15

2 stops26h 14m

$2,971

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

10:55-21:45

2 stops25h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 27/5

13:35-07:30

2 stops26h 55m

$2,973

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

09:45-09:11

2 stops38h 26m

Des Moines

Wed 27/5

16:48-05:00

1 stop21h 12m

$3,031

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

13:35-23:15

1 stop24h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 16/8

19:35-05:00

1 stop42h 25m

$3,032

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

09:45-09:11

2 stops38h 26m

Des Moines

Wed 27/5

16:48-05:00

1 stop21h 12m

$3,094

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

13:30-18:17

2 stops43h 47m

Des Moines

Wed 27/5

16:48-05:00

1 stop21h 12m

$3,136

MelbourneDes Moines

MEL - DSM

MELDSM

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

09:45-18:17

1 stop23h 32m

Des Moines

Wed 27/5

08:43-06:45

2 stops31h 02m

$3,291

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Cheap Melbourne to Des Moines flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne to Des Moines

Fastest flight time

24h 35m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne to Des Moines takes 24h 35m
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 24h 35m.

  • 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 $1,172Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,677 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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Can I find flights from Melbourne to Des Moines with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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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If you are simply researching potential flights to Des Moines, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Des Moines from Melbourne and alert you when they change.

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