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R17 197 Cheap flights to Iowa

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Flights to Des Moines

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Delta
Feb 23
JNB
29h 07m
2 stops
DSM
Mar 2
DSM
31h 20m
2 stops
JNB
R17 197
Delta
Feb 23
JNB
29h 07m
2 stops
DSM
Mar 2
DSM
23h 14m
1 stop
JNB
R18 943
British Airways
Feb 11
JNB
33h 40m
2 stops
DSM
Feb 15
DSM
33h 57m
2 stops
JNB
R24 214
British Airways
Feb 11
JNB
36h 05m
2 stops
DSM
Feb 15
DSM
36h 47m
2 stops
JNB
R24 296
British Airways
Feb 11
JNB
36h 05m
2 stops
DSM
Feb 15
DSM
36h 47m
2 stops
JNB
R24 362
Air Canada
Feb 23
JNB
46h 38m
3 stops
DSM
Mar 2
DSM
38h 00m
3 stops
JNB
R47 423
Multiple Airlines
Feb 23
JNB
38h 10m
3 stops
DSM
Mar 2
DSM
39h 34m
2 stops
JNB
R49 169

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19:20 - 16:27
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DSM
29h 07m2 stops
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17:15 - 8:35
DSM
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JNB
31h 20m2 stops
R17 197Delta
Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 2
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19:20 - 16:27
JNB
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DSM
29h 07m2 stops
Delta Logo
11:46 - 19:00
DSM
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JNB
23h 14m1 stop
R18 943Delta
Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 2
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22:00 - 23:40
JNB
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DSM
33h 40m2 stops
British Airways Logo
13:38 - 7:35
DSM
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JNB
33h 57m2 stops
R24 214British Airways
Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 15
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 23:40
JNB
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DSM
36h 05m2 stops
British Airways Logo
13:38 - 10:25
DSM
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JNB
36h 47m2 stops
R24 296British Airways
Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 15
British Airways Logo
19:35 - 23:40
JNB
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DSM
36h 05m2 stops
British Airways Logo
13:38 - 10:25
DSM
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JNB
36h 47m2 stops
R24 362British Airways
Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 15
Air Canada Logo
20:15 - 10:53
JNB
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DSM
46h 38m3 stops
Air Canada Logo
11:30 - 9:30
DSM
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JNB
38h 00m3 stops
R47 423Air Canada
Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:30 - 23:40
JNB
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DSM
38h 10m3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:26 - 15:00
DSM
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JNB
39h 34m2 stops
R49 169Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 2

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Locate flights to Iowa that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, momondo users made a total of 13 550 searches and data was last updated on 11 January 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

19:20-16:27

2 stops29h 07m

Des Moines

Mon 2/3

17:15-8:35

2 stops31h 20m

R17 197

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

19:20-16:27

2 stops29h 07m

Des Moines

Mon 2/3

11:46-19:00

1 stop23h 14m

R18 943

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

22:00-23:40

2 stops33h 40m

Des Moines

Sun 15/2

13:38-7:35

2 stops33h 57m

R24 214

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:35-23:40

2 stops36h 05m

Des Moines

Sun 15/2

13:38-10:25

2 stops36h 47m

R24 296

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:35-23:40

2 stops36h 05m

Des Moines

Sun 15/2

13:38-10:25

2 stops36h 47m

R24 362

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

20:15-10:53

3 stops46h 38m

Des Moines

Mon 2/3

11:30-9:30

3 stops38h 00m

R47 423

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

17:30-23:40

3 stops38h 10m

Des Moines

Mon 2/3

15:26-15:00

2 stops39h 34m

R49 169

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

17:00-14:19

3 stops53h 19m

R11 580

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

17:00-14:19

3 stops53h 19m

R11 909

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/2

9:50-9:39

3 stops55h 49m

R12 305

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Which airlines fly to Iowa?

United Airlines, KLM and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Iowa from South Africa according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Iowa. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Iowa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Cheap Iowa flight deals and tips

Summary info about Iowa flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R11 580

Best Round-Trip Price

R17 197

Fastest flight time

53h 19m

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The best one-way flight price to Iowa from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R11 580 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Des Moines).
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The best round-trip flight price to Iowa from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R17 197 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Des Moines).
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The fastest flight to Iowa from South Africa takes 53h 19m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Des Moines).
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August has the highest demand for flights to Iowa, with a 7% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Iowa

What is the best airport to fly into to visit Des Moines?

61% of momondo users visit Des Moines more often than any other city in Iowa. When travelling to Des Moines, typically the most convenient airport to fly into is Des Moines Airport.

What is the weather like in Iowa?

The temperatures in Iowa range from 23 °F to 77 °F depending on the time of year. The warmest month in Iowa is July, and the coldest month in Iowa is January. Those looking for a drier month during their visit should travel during the months of January, February, or December, when rain is least likely compared to the rest of the year.

Which airlines fly to Iowa?

You can find flights to Iowa from 6 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with United Airlines, KLM or Qatar Airways as these are the most popular among our users. United Airlines is the most favoured with 54% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

How long is the flight from South Africa to Iowa?

The average flight duration from South Africa to Iowa depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Des Moines is 29h 07m on average, while flying from Cape Town Intl to Des Moines is on average. Des Moines is the most popular airport in Iowa.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Iowa?

Prices for flights to Iowa are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Iowa?

As of January 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights to Iowa.

How old do you have to be to fly to Iowa?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Iowa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Iowa trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Iowa?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Iowa.

Can I find flights to Iowa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to Iowa to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Iowa?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight to Iowa.

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Yes. momondo can track flight prices for Iowa and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.

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