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Find cheap flights to Des Moines, Iowa in 2025/2026 from $1,271 This is the cheapest return flight found to Des Moines, Iowa from Australia on FlightsFinder on December 1st 2025 at 06:41. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.
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Fly to Des Moines, Iowa and visit sites like Des Moines Art Center, Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Blank Park Zoo & Iowa State Capitol.
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According to our data, March is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Des Moines, Iowa.
You can get flights from $1,271 return.
According to our data, September is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Des Moines, Iowa.
A return flight could set you back more than $3,119.
Des Moines, the capital city of Iowa, is a charming gem in the American Midwest. Known for its picturesque riverfront, vibrant arts scene, and rich history, Des Moines offers a perfect blend of urban amenities and small-town charm. Visitors can enjoy exploring the city's diverse neighborhoods, from the bustling downtown area with its modern skyscrapers to the historic East Village with its quaint shops and cafes. With a thriving farm-to-table dining scene, numerous parks and outdoor activities, and a welcoming community, Des Moines is a must-visit destination for those looking for a unique and authentic Midwestern experience.
A good price for a flight to Des Moines is $1144 - $1398.
The popular airports near Des Moines, Iowa are Des Moines International Airport (DSM), Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) in Cedar Rapids, and Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA) in Nebraska.
The flight to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM) is roughly 20 hours 21 minutes and 8,938 miles (14,385 kilometres) from Sydney, Australia - Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD).
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We have currently found no direct flights to Des Moines, Iowa.
Here is the average weather forecast in Des Moines, Iowa by month:
• Jan: -1°C
• Feb: 2°C
• Mar: 9°C
• Apr: 17°C
• May: 22°C
• Jun: 28°C
• Jul: 30°C
• Aug: 29°C
• Sep: 25°C
• Oct: 17°C
• Nov: 9°C
• Dec: 1°C
The Des Moines International Airport is approximately a 10-minute drive from the city centre.
Typically, flights are cheapest to Des Moines, Iowa 2 months before departure.
Studies show flights to Des Moines, Iowa are typically cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
-8.6 °C
Fri, 5 Dec 2025
Average Temperature
-1°C
Jan
2°C
Feb
9°C
Mar
17°C
Apr
22°C
May
28°C
Jun
30°C
Jul
29°C
Aug
25°C
Sep
17°C
Oct
9°C
Nov
1°C
Dec
Sydney, Australia - Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
8,938 miles (14,385 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 21 minutes)
Brisbane, Australia - Brisbane International Airport (BNE) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
8,605 miles (13,849 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 37 minutes)
Melbourne, Australia - All Airports (MEL) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
9,371 miles (15,081 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours 19 minutes)
Perth, Australia - Perth International Airport (PER) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
10,678 miles (17,185 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 24 hours 13 minutes)
Cairns, Australia - Cairns International Airport (CNS) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
8,557 miles (13,772 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 30 minutes)
Adelaide, Australia - Adelaide International Airport (ADL) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
9,611 miles (15,468 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours 51 minutes)
Darwin, Australia - Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
9,091 miles (14,631 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 42 minutes)
Gold Coast, Australia - Coolangatta Airport (OOL) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
8,615 miles (13,864 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 38 minutes)
Townsville, Australia - Townsville International Airport (TSV) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
8,607 miles (13,851 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 37 minutes)
Mount Isa, Australia - Mount Isa Airport (ISA) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
9,041 miles (14,549 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 35 minutes)
Kununurra, Australia - Kununurra Airport (KNX) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
9,358 miles (15,060 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours 17 minutes)
Newcastle, Australia - Williamtown Metropolitan Area Airport (NTL) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
8,866 miles (14,269 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 12 minutes)
Mackay, Australia - Mackay Airport (MKY) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
8,562 miles (13,780 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 31 minutes)
Hobart, Australia - Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
9,375 miles (15,087 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours 19 minutes)
Launceston, Australia - Launceston Airport (LST) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
9,357 miles (15,059 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours 17 minutes)
Cloncurry, Australia - Cloncurry Airport (CNJ) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
8,989 miles (14,466 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 28 minutes)
Paraburdoo, Australia - Paraburdoo Airport (PBO) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
10,227 miles (16,459 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 13 minutes)
Karratha, Australia - Karratha Airport (KTA) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
10,153 miles (16,340 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 3 minutes)
Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Australia - Kalgoorlie-Boulder Airport (KGI) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
10,359 miles (16,671 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 31 minutes)
Learmonth, Australia - Learmonth Airport (LEA) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
10,349 miles (16,655 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 29 minutes)
Port Macquarie, Australia - Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
8,767 miles (14,109 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 58 minutes)
Port Hedland, Australia - Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
10,053 miles (16,178 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 22 hours 50 minutes)
Canberra, Australia - Canberra Airport (CBR) to Des Moines, Iowa (DSM)
Distance:
9,082 miles (14,616 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 40 minutes)
From Brisbane (BNE), Australia to Des Moines, United States (DSM): $1,271
Depart: 09 Mar 2026 · Return: 24 Mar 2026 Price found 01 Dec 2025, 06:41
From Melbourne (MEL), Australia to Des Moines, United States (DSM): $1,275
Depart: 18 Mar 2026 · Return: 24 Mar 2026 Price found 05 Dec 2025, 05:28
From Adelaide (ADL), Australia to Des Moines, United States (DSM): $1,730
Depart: 24 Jul 2026 · Return: 05 Aug 2026 Price found 01 Dec 2025, 23:46
From Sydney (SYD), Australia to Des Moines, United States (DSM): $2,435
Depart: 28 Dec 2025 · Return: 26 Jan 2026 Price found 01 Dec 2025, 17:30
From Perth (PER), Australia to Des Moines, United States (DSM): $2,983
Depart: 17 Jan 2026 · Return: 24 Jan 2026 Price found 03 Dec 2025, 09:50
From Darwin (DRW), Australia to Des Moines, United States (DSM): $3,119
Depart: 21 Sep 2026 · Return: 30 Sep 2026 Price found 03 Dec 2025, 22:41
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