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$1,008+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to New Zealand

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — AKL
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$1,321
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$1,014
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,175
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/152:36 pmDSM - AKL
2 stops46h 24mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/228:15 pmAKL - DSM
2 stops33h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,321
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Thu 5/158:07 amDSM - AKL
2 stops30h 03mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/221:50 pmAKL - DSM
2 stops19h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,607
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 5/88:00 amDSM - AKL
1 stop28h 30mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/217:40 pmAKL - DSM
1 stop20h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/31$1,637
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1411:26 amDSM - ZQN
3 stops33h 54mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/217:00 amZQN - DSM
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,852
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/272:15 pmDSM - AKL
2 stops46h 00mLATAM Airlines
Sun 5/47:10 pmAKL - DSM
2 stops44h 28mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/30$1,864
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 5/143:20 pmDSM - ZQN
2 stops25h 30mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/213:05 pmZQN - DSM
2 stops24h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/30$1,903
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 5/143:20 pmDSM - DUD
2 stops30h 15mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/213:10 pmDUD - DSM
2 stops24h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/30$1,917
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Thu 5/158:00 amDSM - DUD
2 stops37h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/229:25 amDUD - DSM
3 stops31h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$2,013
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 5/148:00 amDSM - ZQN
2 stops32h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/213:05 pmZQN - DSM
3 stops49h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$2,013
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Tue 12/3011:30 amDSM - AKL
2 stops52h 45mEmirates
Tue 1/209:05 pmAKL - DSM
2 stops43h 31mEmirates
Deal found 3/30$27,288

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to New Zealand that are best for you.

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New Zealand

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Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Thu 5/15

2:36 pm-6:00 am

2 stops46h 24m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/22

8:15 pm-12:31 pm

2 stops33h 16m

$1,321

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Thu 5/15

8:07 am-7:10 am

2 stops30h 03m

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/22

1:50 pm-4:18 pm

2 stops19h 28m

$1,607

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

8:00 am-5:30 am

1 stop28h 30m

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/21

7:40 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$1,637

Des MoinesQueenstown

DSM - ZQN

DSMZQN

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

11:26 am-2:20 pm

3 stops33h 54m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 5/21

7:00 am-10:45 pm

2 stops32h 45m

$1,852

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Sun 4/27

2:15 pm-5:15 am

2 stops46h 00m

Auckland Intl

Sun 5/4

7:10 pm-10:38 pm

2 stops44h 28m

$1,864

Des MoinesQueenstown

DSM - ZQN

DSMZQN

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

3:20 pm-9:50 am

2 stops25h 30m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 5/21

3:05 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$1,903

Des MoinesDunedin

DSM - DUD

DSMDUD

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

3:20 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops30h 15m

Dunedin

Wed 5/21

3:10 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$1,917

Des MoinesDunedin

DSM - DUD

DSMDUD

Des Moines

Thu 5/15

8:00 am-2:35 pm

2 stops37h 35m

Dunedin

Thu 5/22

9:25 am-11:54 pm

3 stops31h 29m

$2,013

Des MoinesQueenstown

DSM - ZQN

DSMZQN

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

8:00 am-9:50 am

2 stops32h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 5/21

3:05 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$2,013

Des MoinesAuckland

DSM - AKL

DSMAKL

Des Moines

Thu 5/15

5:45 am-7:10 am

2 stops32h 25m

$1,008

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

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Rainfall in New Zealand by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 2.8 - 5.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New Zealand by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, 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 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Air New Zealand and LATAM Airlines from Des Moines to New Zealand have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
459 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,754 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to New Zealand. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to New Zealand 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to New Zealand one-way?

    $1,014 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from $1,038 and $1,104, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Des Moines to New Zealand is Des Moines - Auckland Intl. You may also consider Des Moines - Queenstown Intl or Des Moines - Dunedin.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to New Zealand 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 New Zealand?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Des Moines to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to New Zealand

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to New Zealand. 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$940Average$1,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,092Average$1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,150Average$1,700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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