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$1,265+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Melbourne (MEL)

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 3/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MEL
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Melbourne

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$1,265
(United Airlines)
From Iowa to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Melbourne
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/201:41 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops26h 49mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/2710:30 amMEL - DSM
2 stops23h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,265
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/35:29 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops27h 01mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1012:55 pmMEL - DSM
2 stops38h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,501
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/289:38 amDSM - MEL
2 stops30h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/63:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop22h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,563
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 6/287:47 pmDSM - MEL
1 stop42h 13mQantas Airways
Sun 7/63:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop22h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/19$2,115
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/202:57 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops40h 23mEmirates
Wed 3/263:25 amMEL - DSM
3 stops58h 13mEmirates
Deal found 2/20$5,916

Find flights from Iowa to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 3/20

1:41 pm-8:30 am

2 stops26h 49m

Melbourne

Thu 3/27

10:30 am-5:56 pm

2 stops23h 26m

$1,265

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 4/3

5:29 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops27h 01m

Melbourne

Thu 4/10

12:55 pm-12:07 pm

2 stops38h 12m

$1,501

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sun 4/6

12:49 pm-5:00 am

1 stop25h 11m

Melbourne

Sun 4/13

3:05 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop36h 02m

$1,662

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 3/20

2:57 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops40h 23m

Melbourne

Wed 3/26

3:25 am-9:38 pm

3 stops58h 13m

$5,916

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 3/20

5:29 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops32h 21m

Melbourne

Thu 3/27

4:20 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop22h 37m

$10,221

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Deals found on 2/20

Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to Melbourne

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

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Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, 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 February 20, 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
814 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Melbourne Airport?

    When deciding which route to take from Iowa to Melbourne Airport consider Des Moines - Melbourne, Cedar Rapids - Melbourne or Omaha Eppley Airfield - Melbourne as they are the most popular.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Iowa to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 Iowa to Melbourne

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,081Average$1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,256Average$1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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