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Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Melbourne from $2,371

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DSM — MEL
Jun 11 — Jun 181
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Melbourne (ME1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$3,023

Round-trip from

$1,073
High demand for flights, 33% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 38% potential price drop
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Melbourne?

Flying to your destination on a Wednesday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Melbourne. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Melbourne?

April is one of the best times of the year to fly to Melbourne from Des Moines. Prices for April average $2,013 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $1,257. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a April flight can save you 50% on your journey compared to booking in June

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to MEL?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Melbourne as you normally would.

Cheap Des Moines to Melbourne flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to Melbourne specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
Mon 7/18:00 amDSM - MEL
2 stops32h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/213:00 pmMEL - DSM
2 stops46h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,371
Mon 7/13:45 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops29h 20mQantas Airways
Sun 7/211:00 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop25h 17mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/5$2,432
Mon 7/13:45 pmDSM - AVV
2 stops37h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 7/216:00 amAVV - DSM
2 stops32h 17mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/5$2,880
Mon 7/13:45 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/216:30 pmMEL - DSM
3 stops30h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$3,440

Des Moines to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Mon 7/18:00 amDSM - MEL
2 stops32h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/213:00 pmMEL - DSM
2 stops46h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,371
Mon 7/13:45 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops29h 20mQantas Airways
Sun 7/211:00 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop25h 17mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/5$2,432
Mon 7/13:45 pmDSM - AVV
2 stops37h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 7/216:00 amAVV - DSM
2 stops32h 17mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/5$2,880
Mon 7/13:45 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/216:30 pmMEL - DSM
3 stops30h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$3,440

Find flights from Des Moines to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Melbourne 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, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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$2,371 - $3,440

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Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Mon 7/1

2 stops32h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 7/21

2 stops46h 35m

$2,371

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Mon 7/1

2 stops29h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 7/21

1 stop25h 17m

$2,432

Des MoinesMelbourne Avalon

DSM - AVV

DSMAVV

Des Moines

Mon 7/1

2 stops37h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 7/21

2 stops32h 17m

$2,880

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Mon 7/1

2 stops26h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 7/21

3 stops30h 03m

$3,440

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Deals found on 6/5

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Melbourne

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Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

46.4 - 68 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
936 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

As always the crew were great, but they bear the burden for a lack lustre management. The flight was late, causing issues for us. The food was rubbish, a vegetable pizza on a piece of soggy white crust. The fish rots from the head.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
936 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
936 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

As always the crew were great, but they bear the burden for a lack lustre management. The flight was late, causing issues for us. The food was rubbish, a vegetable pizza on a piece of soggy white crust. The fish rots from the head.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
936 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

As always the crew were great, but they bear the burden for a lack lustre management. The flight was late, causing issues for us. The food was rubbish, a vegetable pizza on a piece of soggy white crust. The fish rots from the head.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Melbourne?

    For a flight from Des Moines to Melbourne, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 2 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Des Moines on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Melbourne for under $2,400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Melbourne for under $2,400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $2,371, but on average you can expect to pay $2,780.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Melbourne round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Melbourne round-trip from $2,371. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Qantas Airways.

  • What does DSM to MEL mean?

    Des Moines Airport is DSM and Melbourne Airport is MEL. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Melbourne flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/5.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Melbourne?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Melbourne (average of $1,073). Flying from Des Moines to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,690). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Melbourne

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$927Average$2,029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,558Average$2,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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