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Mon, 27 Apr - Mon, 4 May
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand2 stops
DSM - MEL
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand2 stops
MEL - DSM
2077$
1993$
Prime price per passenger
Mon, 20 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand2 stops
DSM - MEL
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand2 stops
MEL - DSM
2369$
2273$
Prime price per passenger
Tue, 21 Apr
Aer Lingus
Aer Lingus4 stops
DSM - MEL
1898$
1824$
Prime price per passenger
Mon, 8 June
Japan Airlines
Japan Airlines2 stops
DSM - MEL
2116$
2030$
Prime price per passenger
Mon, 1 June
Japan Airlines
Japan Airlines2 stops
DSM - MEL
2419$
2313$
Prime price per passenger
Sun, 12 Apr
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways2 stops
DSM - MEL
2485$
2370$
Prime price per passenger
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Cheapest time to fly from Des Moines, IA to Melbourne

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of April. Take advantage of this per
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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
120%Trains are 120% more expensive in Melbourne than in Des Moines, IA.
Des Moines, IA$2.50
Melbourne$5.50
MealMid-priced restaurant
10%A meal in Melbourne is 10% cheaper than a meal in Des Moines, IA.
Des Moines, IA$28.59
Melbourne$25.00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
80%Taxis are 80% more expensive in Melbourne than in Des Moines, IA.
Des Moines, IA$2.86
Melbourne$5.10
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
44%Coffee in Melbourne is 44% cheaper than in Des Moines, IA.
Des Moines, IA$9.59
Melbourne$5.38
Distance: 15084 kms
Des Moines, IA airports
Melbourne airports
Melbourne Airport (MEL)How far from city centre: 11 kms
Avalon Airport (AVV)How far from city centre: 50 kms

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When do you want to depart from Des Moines, IA? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Melbourne. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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Frequently asked questions about flights from Des Moines, IA to Melbourne

How long does the flight take to go from Des Moines, IA to Melbourne?
The total flight time between Des Moines, IA and Melbourne is of around 24 h and 41 m on average, considering an average distance of 15,083.71 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Des Moines, IA to Melbourne?
When you fly from Des Moines, IA to Melbourne the average price is $3,899.27. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Des Moines, IA to Melbourne at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Des Moines, IA to Melbourne is $1824. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Melbourne expensive to visit compared to Des Moines, IA?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Melbourne costs an average of 5.10 AUD, 78% more expensive than Des Moines, IA, with a fare of 2.86 AUD,
while train tickets costs 120% more in Melbourne: 5.50 AUD against 2.50 AUD in Des Moines, IA.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 25.00 AUD in Melbourne, 13% less than the 28.59 AUD in Des Moines, IA.
The price of the coffee is around 44% cheaper in Melbourne, with an average of 5.38 AUD, while in Des Moines, IA the coffee costs 9.59 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Des Moines, IA to Melbourne?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Australia may apply when travelling from Des Moines, IA. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

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