Flying from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DSM and SYD are:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Des Moines International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is C$1,396. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$2,163. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flight tickets from DSM to SYD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Des Moines International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from DSM to SYD. There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll tell you the moment there's a change in price.
Play around with filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Des Moines International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
The journey from central Des Moines to Des Moines International Airport takes about 43 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 14 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to DSM? If you're boarding an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Des Moines International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the center of Sydney. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 21 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 27 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Sydney in April.
Before locking in your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DSM to SYD in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 19ºC then.
More about Sydney
Start your Sydney trip right by finding a fantastic stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from DSM to SYD, explore our selection of hotel options including:
Winston Hills Lions Park and Rumsey Rose Garden are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Sydney must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Westmead Hospital: Emergency Room.
Complete your Sydney trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Sydney trip.
