Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Des Moines (DSM)

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Melbourne to Des Moines Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Des Moines (DSM)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Melbourne to Des Moines flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top MEL to DSM routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Tullamarine
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
MEL
Traveling To
Des Moines Intl.
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
DSM
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
hours mins
Direct Flight Time
hours mins
Flight Price
Address:
5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201
Des Moines IA, 50321-2854
United States
IATA code:
DSM
Longitude:
-93.648087
Latitude:
41.532434
Time zone:
America/Chicago
Address:
Melbourne VIC,
Australia
IATA code:
MEL
Longitude:
144.843013
Latitude:
-37.673295
Time zone:
Australia/Sydney

Melbourne to Des Moines Flight Deals from

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It’s easy to book flights to Des Moines from Melbourne  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Des Moines from Melbourne from different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Des Moines in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Des Moines from Melbourne 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at and rising to depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Melbourne to Des Moines today!  

Find cheap airfares to Des Moines from Melbourne 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Melbourne and Des Moines
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in )
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Melbourne to Des Moines

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is AU$117 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$117
27 May - 28 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,782 reviews)
"Rooms are not clean. Staffs are very rude and do not care. Stay away from this hotel"

Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

3 out of 5
1920 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is AU$110 per night from 24 May to 25 May
AU$110
24 May - 25 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,017 reviews)
"Breakfast are made freshly"

Reviewed on 20 May 2026

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

3 out of 5
1810 Army Post Road Des Moines IA
The price is AU$107 per night from 21 June to 22 June
AU$107
21 June - 22 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (201 reviews)
"Staff is very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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