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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Australia
Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Australia that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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One-way
Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Nov 9
7:30 pm - 9:00 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 30m1 stop Los Angeles
2:05 pm - 6:54 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines
21h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,115Qantas Airways
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
3:01 pm - 7:00 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 59m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
9:15 am - 2:20 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines
22h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$1,137United Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
3:01 pm - 9:05 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 04m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
9:15 am - 2:20 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines
22h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$1,137United Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
1:27 pm - 9:05 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 38m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
9:15 am - 5:28 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines
25h 13m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,141United Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Nov 9
1:27 pm - 7:00 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 33m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
9:15 am - 5:28 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines
25h 13m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,142United Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
3:31 pm - 6:55 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
6:55 am - 2:44 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines
24h 49m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,147Qantas Airways
Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Nov 9
6:29 pm - 9:00 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 31m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Los Angeles
2:05 pm - 9:07 amSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines
36h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,182Qantas Airways
Mon, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 22
6:14 pm - 2:50 pmDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 36m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl
2:05 pm - 6:54 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines
21h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,254Qantas Airways
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
7:11 am - 9:00 amDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
2:05 pm - 6:52 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DSM Des Moines
21h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,737American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
7:11 am - 5:00 amDSM Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
28h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
12:00 pm - 2:44 pmMEL Melbourne-DSM Des Moines
19h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,952American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19
3:25 pm - 9:25 pmDSM Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
37h 00m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane
$719Qantas Airways
Wed, Nov 18
7:23 am - 11:05 pmDSM Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
46h 42m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl
$765Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16
8:04 pm - 12:10 amDSM Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
59h 06m3 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Oakland Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$766Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26
7:11 am - 8:50 pmDSM Des Moines-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
44h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl
$775Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17
8:00 am - 10:30 amDSM Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
33h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
$776United Airlines
Mon, Nov 16
11:22 am - 9:30 amDSM Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
29h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
$776United Airlines
Fri, Nov 20
9:31 pm - 11:35 pmDSM Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
33h 04m3 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Honolulu Sydney Kingsford Smith
$801Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18
7:23 am - 4:00 pmDSM Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
39h 37m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl Adelaide
$836Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17
9:37 am - 5:00 amDSM Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
26h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,055American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16
7:37 pm - 5:00 amDSM Des Moines-MEL Melbourne
40h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,069American Airlines
Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Australia flights
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Are flights from Des Moines to Australia cheaper or more expensive than last year?
Fares from Des Moines to Australia are running about 7% lower than they were around this time last year, averaging $1,468 round-trip.
What are the cheapest fares from Des Moines to Australia right now?
Here are the cheapest round-trip fares from Des Moines to Australia on KAYAK in the last week:
• Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) from $1,115 • Melbourne (MEL) from $1,470 • Adelaide (ADL) from $1,520
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Australia?
These monthly figures are based on KAYAK fares from the past 12 months, with extreme outliers removed so each month's typical price is accurate.
April is the cheapest time of year to fly, with average fares of $1,175. Prices are highest in December, when average flight costs increase to around $1,863.
Which airport in Australia is the cheapest to fly to from Des Moines?
Based on KAYAK data from the past 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into Australia are:
• Melbourne (MEL) from $1,444 • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) from $1,454 • Adelaide (ADL) from $1,469
What’s the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Australia?
Monday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Australia, while Thursday is the most expensive. Fares run about 23% higher that day, based on the past 12 months of KAYAK data.
What's the cheapest time of day to fly from Des Moines to Australia?
Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to Australia during the evening with average prices of $1,496. The morning is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $1,607.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly with from Des Moines to Australia?
Fares reflect aggregated pricing data and may not include every trip type.
Looking at KAYAK data from the last 12 months, the cheapest airlines to fly with from Des Moines to Australia are:
• American Airlines from $1,085 • United Airlines from $1,160 • Qantas Airways from $1,329 • Air New Zealand from $1,367 • Delta from $1,996
What's the most popular airline to fly with from Des Moines to Australia?
Drawing on KAYAK data from the past three months, the most popular airlines to fly with from Des Moines to Australia are:
• Qantas Airways • United Airlines • American Airlines • Delta
What are the most popular regions in Australia?
New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia are the most popular regions with KAYAK travelers. Together, they make up 88% of all interest in visiting Australia, based on the past three months of KAYAK data.
What are the most popular flight destinations in Australia?
Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Cairns are the most popular flight destinations in Australia, based on KAYAK data from the past 3 months. Sydney is the clear favorite, making up 35% of that interest.
How many one-stop flights are there from Des Moines to Australia across the week?
There are typically 1 one-stop flight a day from Des Moines to Australia (9 a week), with the most operating on Tuesday.
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Des Moines to Melbourne Airport
Your Des Moines to Australia flight questions, answered
Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.
Is now a good time to book a flight from Des Moines to Australia?
Yes. Fares from Des Moines to Australia are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $1,369 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.
How much should I budget for a flight from Des Moines to Australia?
Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Des Moines to Australia have ranged from $1,369 to $1,852.
What are the main airports serving Australia?
Australia has 145 airports. The three busiest are Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) (35% of arrivals), Melbourne (MEL) (29%) and Adelaide (ADL) (24%).
What airlines fly nonstop from Des Moines to Australia?
Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, no airline regularly operates nonstop flights from Des Moines to Australia. However, American Airlines offers a one-stop option.
Which cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Australia?
On flights from Des Moines to Australia you can book Economy Class, Premium Economy Class or Business Class.
What are some popular landmarks in Australia?
KAYAK travelers' favorite landmarks in Australia include:
• Sydney Opera House • Marvel Stadium • Melbourne Cricket Ground • Crown Casino
Your guide to booking Des Moines to Australia flights
Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
If your travel dates are flexible, book your trip for April when flights are typically cheapest and avoid December when prices are at their highest.
Flying on Monday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Thursday cost about 23% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
If you're looking to save, Melbourne (MEL) is the cheapest airport to fly into from Des Moines. If you have onward travel, don't forget to factor in the cost of your journey by train, bus or domestic flight.
Start your trip in Sydney, which is the most popular destination in Australia. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular destinations such as Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.
Reviews of the top airlines flying from Des Moines to Australia
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Des Moines to Australia? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
The seats were very uncomfortable. I paid for the front economy. i swear they added a row of seats in there. It was so tight, that I could measure the distance between my seat and the one in front from my elbow to the tips of my fingers plus six inches. The seat cushion was completely worn out. The dinner was very good. Thank you for having a vegetarian option as a standard. But breakfast was nothing but sugar. that's not food. The crew was crabby and rude, especially in regards to coming to the back gallery. And the entertainment choice: why would you put violent movies on the choice? the Godfather? Some movies with black women being beaten over the head with clubs? What the heck? You know that when there is a movie on a plane, everyone gets to watch it. Why choose the most violent titles possible? The total number of movies were very limited, and the television, even more so. No games were available on the set. The wellness section was nice, thank you. I appreciated a galley in the middle where I could stand. The seats were unbearable.
The seats were very uncomfortable. I paid for the front economy. i swear they added a row of seats in there. It was so tight, that I could measure the distance between my seat and the one in front from my elbow to the tips of my fingers plus six inches. The seat cushion was completely worn out. The dinner was very good. Thank you for having a vegetarian option as a standard. But breakfast was nothing but sugar. that's not food. The crew was crabby and rude, especially in regards to coming to the back gallery. And the entertainment choice: why would you put violent movies on the choice? the Godfather? Some movies with black women being beaten over the head with clubs? What the heck? You know that when there is a movie on a plane, everyone gets to watch it. Why choose the most violent titles possible? The total number of movies were very limited, and the television, even more so. No games were available on the set. The wellness section was nice, thank you. I appreciated a galley in the middle where I could stand. The seats were unbearable.
1 flight cancelled Had to fly out of different city Flight at new departure city was delayed 3 hours causing us to miss connecting flights. By the time we did make it to Prague our luggage did not. Had to wait day and a half for luggage to be delivered. Customer service was not good. Agents did not arrive at gate until 5-10 minutes before boarding
Easy of boarding, helpfully staff at check in, surprisingly comfortable seating
My flight time was changed without any notification to me which ruined my time sensitive plans so I ended up completely changing my travel plans and no reimbursement.
It was better than excellent. The staff in Mason City were great. The young woman that pushed my wheelchair did more than could be expected of her. She came from India 17 years ago. I don't remember her name.
Terrible. Our first time back on United for 10 years, the seats in Polaris class are small and uncomfortable. They have squished too many people in to get more $$$. The staff are not friendly and not wanting to accommodate. I asked for two salads rather than a main meal and was advised no we wont do that. Then asked what I would like for breakfast and given something else anyway. I will not be flying United International anytime soon.
Food should be changed in menu Many muslims travels in this airlime they need to add one Halal meal
Very rough getting into denver. my kid threw up it was so rough.
Liked that we left on time for each flight. Snacks not the best, but we're okay.
I had requested wheelchair assistance prior to flight. The airport staff had no record of it. It was not provided at Cedar Rapids which was a small airport, so I managed on my own. At O'Hare airport the same thing happened. The staff told me they had no record of my request for a wheel chair. But they finally provided it after a delay when I insisted that I needed it.
The plane was experiencing problems with the HVAC system, it was very cold in the front of the plane and very hot in the back.
The boarding process needs to be fixed. The zone don't work, especially when there is hardly anyone in zones 3, 4,and 5, leaving the majority of the passengers backed up in the aisle, especially because passengers seated near the front are blocking passengers who are seated in the rear of the plane. It would also help if the size of carry on bags was more strictly enforced.
Bad food, small seats that didn’t recline. I thought I was buying a quantas ticket so I feel like I got scammed
In flight connectivity (via T-Mobile) was often not working.
Worst seats I’ve ever had !!! The seats were very narrow and uncomfortable and misaligned with the seats in front of mine leading to bottom of the seat in front of mine pressing on my legs for 15.5 hours !
DO NOT BOOK THROUGH AMERICAN AIRLINES IF YOU HAVE ANY ADDITIONAL NEEDS. Great flight, crew etc. it wasn’t full so had space to stretch out Only downside was there was no GF option for my partner. We booked through American and it was a Qantas flight so despite contacting both airlines to confirm, she didn’t have a gluten free meal for the 16 hour flight (nor the flight in the other direction). The flight attendants did their best to accommodate but it was not super substantial.
Terrible. Internet/kiosk glitch prevented baggage checkin. Line at ticket co in Ter was under serviced and did not move. Agents did not call for flight but rather allowed time to pass. Then told each person as they reached the front if line that it was too late to check bags so they’d have to rebook flights. At least 15 people missed the flight as a result of this incompetence.
It was exactly what I expected, actually arriving sooner than scheduled.
Terrible, they canceled my flight due to an issue they had, couldn't fly me into the same place within 24 hrs so had to fly in 2.5 hrs away from my destination and spend even more money. The customer service was terrible (except at the airport in Charleston). Had to call to get my checked baggage fees reimbursed 2 wks later in which one customer service agent was very rude, wouldn't listen and then hung up on me. The second lady I spoke with was actually able to help me with that part thankfully. Would not recommend flying AA.
Delayed, missed connecting flight, ground crew double charged for international charges, were super rude and told me to just”deal with it” when I complained. Horrible airline, very frustrating.
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