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Sydney.$2,383 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Jun, returning Sun, 15 Jun.Return flight with Allegiant Air and Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from Sydney on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,383, select.
Sydney.$3,078 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 May, returning Mon, 5 May.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 2 May, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Sydney on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,078, select.
Sydney.$3,266 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun, returning Wed, 9 Jul.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Des Moines on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Sydney on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,266, select.
Sydney.$8,480 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jul, returning Wed, 30 Jul.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Sydney on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From $8,480, select.

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Des Moines to Sydney: Alternative routes

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Des Moines to Sydney: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$2,383
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Des Moines to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Des Moines to Sydney is $2,383. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Des Moines to Sydney. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,383.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Des Moines to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Sydney is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to Sydney Airport on Sunday, 8 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Des Moines Airport and Sydney Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sydney but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Travelling from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

  • Sydney is 16 hours ahead of Des Moines and is in the UTC+11 timezone.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your DSM to SYD flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Des Moines International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between DSM and SYD:

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is $1,029. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $2,383. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DSM to SYD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.

  • Getting cheap flights from Des Moines International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from DSM to SYD.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Des Moines International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • The address for DSM is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

  • Des Moines International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80.45% of flights that take off from DSM arrive at their destination on time.

  • Des Moines International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Des Moines. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near DSM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • If you're getting in on a late Des Moines International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near SYD:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive to explore Sydney and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks before you travel.

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Sydney. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.

  • It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Sydney in April.

  • The warmest month in Sydney is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Des Moines International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DSM to SYD in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.

Explore more of Australia

  • Sydney is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a trip to Canberra will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • Newcastle is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No journey is complete without experiencing Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.

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