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$728+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Melbourne (MEL)

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MEL
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Melbourne

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Round-trip from

$1,544
(Fiji Airways)

One-way from

$728
(Mytrip)
From Iowa to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Tue 6/31:12 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops31h 18mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/1012:55 pmMEL - DSM
2 stops41h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,544
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/115:16 pmOMA - MEL
2 stops23h 14mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/1410:55 amMEL - OMA
1 stop25h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,596
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 6/85:20 pmDSM - MEL
2 stops23h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/1510:55 amMEL - DSM
2 stops25h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,596
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/79:37 amDSM - MEL
2 stops30h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/1411:55 amMEL - DSM
2 stops23h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,750
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/76:22 pmOMA - MEL
1 stop21h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/1411:55 amMEL - OMA
1 stop20h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,759
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1011:46 amOMA - MEL
1 stop24h 14mQantas Airways
Tue 12/165:05 pmMEL - OMA
2 stops37h 59mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/23$2,028
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/35:27 pmDSM - MEL
1 stop20h 33mQantas Airways
Tue 6/103:05 pmMEL - DSM
1 stop24h 01mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/23$2,210
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/39:19 amDSM - MEL
3 stops34h 46mAir Canada
Tue 6/106:00 amMEL - DSM
3 stops32h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 4/23$2,591
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 6/76:22 pmOMA - MEL
2 stops24h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/147:30 amMEL - OMA
3 stops26h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$2,899
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/22:54 pmOMA - MEL
2 stops26h 56mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/86:55 pmMEL - OMA
2 stops44h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/23$7,731

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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 April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Tue 6/3

1:12 pm-11:30 am

2 stops31h 18m

Melbourne

Tue 6/10

12:55 pm-3:17 pm

2 stops41h 22m

$1,544

OmahaMelbourne

OMA - MEL

OMAMEL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 6/11

5:16 pm-7:30 am

2 stops23h 14m

Melbourne

Mon 7/14

10:55 am-9:41 pm

1 stop25h 46m

$1,596

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sun 6/8

8:00 am-8:15 am

3 stops33h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 6/15

9:30 am-9:22 pm

2 stops26h 52m

$1,596

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Sat 6/7

9:37 am-6:45 am

2 stops30h 08m

Melbourne

Sat 6/14

11:55 am-8:13 pm

2 stops23h 18m

$1,750

OmahaMelbourne

OMA - MEL

OMAMEL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 6/7

6:22 pm-6:45 am

1 stop21h 23m

Melbourne

Sat 6/14

11:55 am-5:52 pm

1 stop20h 57m

$1,759

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Tue 6/3

5:27 pm-5:00 am

1 stop20h 33m

Melbourne

Tue 6/10

3:05 pm-12:06 am

1 stop24h 01m

$2,210

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Tue 6/3

9:19 am-11:05 am

3 stops34h 46m

Melbourne

Tue 6/10

6:00 am-11:54 pm

3 stops32h 54m

$2,591

OmahaMelbourne

OMA - MEL

OMAMEL

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 6/7

6:22 pm-10:20 am

2 stops24h 58m

Melbourne

Sat 6/14

7:30 am-6:42 pm

3 stops26h 12m

$2,899

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 7/3

12:43 pm-12:15 pm

3 stops32h 32m

$728

Des MoinesMelbourne

DSM - MEL

DSMMEL

Des Moines

Thu 7/3

3:38 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 37m

$939

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Deals found on 4/23

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Melbourne

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Melbourne Airport

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

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 April 24, 2025.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
826 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
826 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
826 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
826 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
826 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,195 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
826 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tin,Feb 2025

LAX - MEL

The passengers had to wait in lines more than 40 minutes for boarding. The foods was okay to eat if you were hungry to dead . Thank you

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $939. American Airlines flights start at $984 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $1,286 one-way.

  • 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, Omaha Eppley Airfield - Melbourne or Cedar Rapids - Melbourne as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Melbourne?

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

  • 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,081Average$1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,256Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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