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Flights from Sydney to Des Moines
There are no direct flights from Sydney to Des Moines. The easiest way is one stop via Houston or Dallas, about 21h 25m door to door.
No direct flights · 2 connection options From 21h 01m
Sydney to Des Moines at a glance
Fastest journey21h 01mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Houston or Dallas
Best ways to fly from Sydney to Des Moines
Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.
Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.
Good to know
- Distance
- 14,383 km8,932 miles
- Journey time
- 21h 01mestimate
- Time difference
- -17hDes Moines vs Sydney
- Currency in Des Moines
- USD
- Airports
- SYD → DSM
Flights from Sydney to Des Moines: questions answered
Are there direct flights from Sydney to Des Moines?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Houston and Dallas. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Sydney to Des Moines?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 21h 01m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 14,383 km.
Where do you change planes between Sydney and Des Moines?
The best connecting points are Houston (IAH) and Dallas (DFW). United Airlines flies both legs via Houston, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Sydney and Des Moines?
Sydney: Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD). Des Moines: Des Moines International Airport (DSM).
What is the time difference between Sydney and Des Moines?
Des Moines is 17 hours behind Sydney.
