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$913+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Australia

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DSM — SYD
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Australia (AU0). 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 December 19, 2024.

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$1,592
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One-way from

$913
(United Airlines)
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This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/204:10 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops24h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/131:00 pmMEL - DSM
2 stops27h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,794
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/205:40 amDSM - SYD
2 stops34h 35mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/274:15 pmSYD - DSM
2 stops24h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$3,292
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/226:55 amDSM - SYD
2 stops31h 00mKorean Air
Tue 12/249:10 amSYD - DSM
2 stops48h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 12/18$3,636
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2011:29 amDSM - SYD
2 stops29h 06mAir Canada
Fri 12/2711:20 amSYD - DSM
3 stops53h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$3,781
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2212:47 pmDSM - SYD
1 stop24h 48mQantas Airways
Tue 12/246:10 pmSYD - DSM
2 stops35h 01mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/18$4,440
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2012:47 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops29h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/132:00 pmMEL - DSM
3 stops26h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$4,669
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Fri 12/205:00 amDSM - MEL
1 stop31h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/136:45 amMEL - DSM
2 stops27h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$4,853
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2212:47 pmDSM - SYD
1 stop24h 48mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/2411:50 amSYD - DSM
1 stop22h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$5,512
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2012:47 pmDSM - AVV
2 stops32h 23mQantas Airways
Mon 1/138:10 amAVV - DSM
2 stops25h 49mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/18$13,476

Find flights from Des Moines to Australia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Australia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

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Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Fri 5/9

1:45 pm-7:00 am

2 stops26h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/17

9:30 am-11:13 pm

2 stops28h 43m

$1,510

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sun 2/9

8:00 am-12:40 pm

2 stops35h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 2/15

7:15 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops44h 15m

$1,592

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Sat 2/1

5:33 am-8:35 am

2 stops34h 02m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 2/8

2:15 pm-10:40 am

2 stops37h 25m

$1,670

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sun 2/2

8:00 am-10:50 am

2 stops33h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 2/9

6:00 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops61h 15m

$1,836

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sun 2/2

9:00 am-9:30 am

2 stops31h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 2/9

1:00 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops25h 52m

$1,844

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Mon 4/14

5:57 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops27h 08m

Melbourne

Mon 4/21

7:30 am-4:18 pm

2 stops23h 48m

$1,904

Des MoinesSydney

DSM - SYD

DSMSYD

Des Moines

Fri 5/9

8:10 am-6:35 am

2 stops31h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/17

10:25 am-4:16 pm

1 stop20h 51m

$1,977

Des MoinesDarwin

DSM - DRW

DSMDRW

Des Moines

Sat 2/1

3:05 pm-12:30 pm

3 stops53h 55m

Darwin

Sat 2/8

4:25 pm-10:30 pm

3 stops69h 35m

$2,049

Des MoinesHobart

DSM - HBA

DSMHBA

Des Moines

Sat 2/1

3:05 pm-9:30 pm

3 stops37h 25m

Hobart

Sat 2/8

6:00 am-10:30 pm

3 stops33h 30m

$2,076

Des MoinesBrisbane

DSM - BNE

DSMBNE

Des Moines

Wed 1/15

5:15 pm-7:30 am

2 stops22h 15m

Brisbane

Tue 1/21

10:05 am-2:15 pm

2 stops44h 10m

$2,099

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Australia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines to Australia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Australia (average of $1,051). Flying from Des Moines to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,643). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 2.0 - 5.1 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, 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 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated December 19, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and United Airlines from Des Moines to Australia. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,021 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,021 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,021 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,021 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,021 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,021 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,021 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Australia from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Australia?

    When deciding which route to take from Des Moines to Australia consider Des Moines - Melbourne, Des Moines - Sydney Kingsford Smith or Des Moines - Melbourne Avalon as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Australia (average of $1,051). Flying from Des Moines to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,643). 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 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Australia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Australia. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$925Average$1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,191Average$2,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,256Average$1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
DeltaCheapest$1,282Average$1,471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,291Average$1,401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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