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$2,702 Find Cheap Flights to Des Moines

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Des Moines departing on 12/8. 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.
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MEL - DSM • 2 stops
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Cheap Flights to Des Moines

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to Des Moines that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals to Des Moines

Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 09:01
MEL
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DSM
38h 16m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
19:35 - 05:00
DSM
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MEL
42h 25m
1 stop
$2,702American Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 09:01
MEL
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DSM
38h 16m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
19:35 - 05:00
DSM
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MEL
42h 25m
1 stop
$2,708American Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 09:01
MEL
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DSM
38h 16m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
19:35 - 05:00
DSM
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MEL
42h 25m
1 stop
$2,725American Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
American Airlines Logo
09:45 - 13:29
MEL
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DSM
42h 44m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
19:35 - 05:00
DSM
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MEL
42h 25m
1 stop
$2,726American Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
Japan Airlines Logo
07:25 - 13:21
MEL
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DSM
44h 56m
2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
10:26 - 05:45
DSM
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MEL
52h 19m
2 stops
$2,745Japan Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
American Airlines Logo
09:15 - 18:17
MEL
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DSM
48h 02m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
19:35 - 10:20
DSM
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MEL
23h 45m
2 stops
$2,820American Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 19:24
MEL
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DSM
24h 54m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:23 - 08:15
DSM
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MEL
29h 52m
2 stops
$2,865United Airlines
Sat, 23 May - Wed, 27 May
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 20:30
MEL
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DSM
24h 35m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
15:01 - 08:15
DSM
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MEL
26h 14m
2 stops
$2,945United Airlines
Wed, 12 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug
Qantas Airways Logo
13:35 - 23:15
MEL
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DSM
24h 40m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
19:35 - 05:00
DSM
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MEL
42h 25m
1 stop
$3,006Qantas Airways
Tue, 19 May - Sat, 23 May
Qatar Airways Logo
22:45 - 23:57
PER
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DSM
62h 12m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
08:43 - 11:55
DSM
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PER
38h 12m
2 stops
$3,432Qatar Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Des Moines

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Des Moines to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What are the most popular airlines flying to Des Moines?

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Des Moines is United Airlines, followed by Qantas Airways.

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Cheapest flight$2,702
Flight from Melbourne to Des Moines

When to book flights to Des Moines

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FAQs - booking Des Moines flights

  • How far is Des Moines Airport from central Des Moines?

    There are 6 km between Des Moines city centre and Des Moines Airport.

  • What is the name of Des Moines’s airport?

    When flying to Des Moines, you'll arrive at Des Moines Airport (DSM). The airport is also known as Des Moines or Des Moines Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Des Moines?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Des Moines.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Des Moines?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Des Moines is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Des Moines?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Des Moines with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Des Moines?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Des Moines up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Reviews of the top airlines flying to Des Moines

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Des Moines. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from Australia to Des Moines. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Des Moines? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Qantas AirwaysOverall score based on 1030 reviews
7.7Boarding
7.0Food
8.1Crew
7.5Comfort
7.2Entertainment
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Loved the food and beverages available, spacious economy class, excellent entertainment

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2026
MEL - LAX
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Loved the food and beverages available, spacious economy class, excellent entertainment

Very good overall. Highly recommend for all flying to Australia

Helpful staff when I felt unwell. Qantas need to have an audio/music channel so you can listen to various music/.artists

We had bulkhead seats in a A380 in the upper deck in seats 31 D and E. Storage was very limited other than in overhead bin - which is not within reach when in seat. Yet paying same price as others in premium economy who have a lot more storage within arm’s reach. Seems very unfair.

On the Qantas flight, I could barely hear some of the announcements. It was better when I could read them on the screen.

Good check in and helpful staff. Delayed for 1 hour. Took about 45 Mins to get baggage’s at DFW . Food was average ( Hindu meal ) . Overall it was good experience

Our boarding and flight was very good. However when we landed and pulled in to the gate it took 55 minutes for the jet bridge to be positioned next to the aircraft. That caused us to miss our ground transportation and it caused us unnecessary last minute transit planning and expense. Our flight was AA1733 on March 17, 2026

We booked with Qantas instead of Delta and we instead flew on American Airlines. American is not our favorite to go on. No leg room and the width of seats are a joke. Your are packed like sardines on American flights.

My experience was great overall. Tanya was particularly friendly and helpful the entire trip. I was very pleased with her customer service skills. The plane was an older aircraft but the entire way was comfortable with barely any turbulence at all. Qantas should speed up its fleet renovation. Totally recommend using this airline.

When I originally booked this flight, I was expecting to travel on Qantas. When the itinerary changed and the long-haul segment was operated by American Airlines, we were disappointed but remained open-minded. Unfortunately, the overall service experience fell far short of expectations. This was a long-haul international flight. Getting up periodically to use the restroom or stretch is inevitable, especially on flights of this duration. However, each time we stood up, we felt as though we were inconveniencing the crew. The tone and body language often suggested that we were in the way or disrupting something simply by moving about the cabin. As a result, I avoided getting up as often as I needed to and was physically very sore upon arrival. Meal service was similarly impersonal. The options were presented in single words “beef or veggie,” “pasta or beef” without any description of what was actually being served. There was little engagement or courtesy beyond that. Even simple expressions of gratitude were often not acknowledged. I am accustomed to no-frills travel and do not expect luxury. What was disappointing was not the absence of extras, but the absence of basic warmth and professionalism. On a long-haul international flight, small moments of courtesy and humanity make a significant difference. In this case, the experience felt transactional and dismissive rather than welcoming. I hope this feedback is taken constructively, as there is a meaningful difference between efficient service and indifferent service.

Seats very comfortable; service efficient and pleasant; flight was on-time; boarding organized.

Seats were not super comfortable and food was not good at all. If I had a chance I would definitely fly a different airline. Of course they are better than any budget airline, but not by much.

Overall a good experience, but no wifi available for free or for purchase and we got wet from condensation or other water source during descent.

Very friendly and helpful staff on board and United was excellent when I missed my onward flight due to the delay in London. Very well organised meant much less stress

Flew steerage class. Short on leg room unless you pay more. No window unless you pay more. Etc. United is trying to squeeze every cent from you. It doesn’t make for any loyalty.

Booked through Kayak Business, had a seat in middle and towards back due to booking rate, not comfortable.

Was great in general, try to respect time and excuses when slight changes have been made, appreciated!

A long delay. Don't travel late in the day.

Super friendly with lots of drink options an entertainment. Friendly crew.

Flight crew was super friendly and helpful. Food was frequent and honestly pretty good. Plenty of on-board entertainment. Economy seats are super cramped for such a long flight, but the crew allowed people to get up and stretch, and kids could wander with their parents, so we all made it work. Overall a very good experience.

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Flights with popular airlines flying to Des Moines

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