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R21 966 Cheap flights to Iowa

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Qatar Airways
May 22
JNB
42h 32m
2 stops
DSM
May 29
DSM
37h 42m
2 stops
JNB
R21 966
Multiple Airlines
May 20
JNB
29h 48m
2 stops
DSM
May 27
DSM
25h 16m
2 stops
JNB
R23 853
Qatar Airways
Apr 30
JNB
34h 59m
2 stops
DSM
Jan 3
DSM
30h 31m
2 stops
JNB
R24 263
United Airlines
Apr 30
JNB
28h 26m
2 stops
DSM
Jan 3
DSM
26h 35m
3 stops
JNB
R35 320
Delta
Apr 30
JNB
28h 34m
2 stops
DSM
Jan 3
DSM
40h 30m
1 stop
JNB
R40 947
Delta
May 20
JNB
31h 11m
2 stops
DSM
May 27
DSM
22h 07m
1 stop
JNB
R43 293
Multiple Airlines
May 20
JNB
33h 40m
3 stops
DSM
May 27
DSM
30h 45m
2 stops
JNB
R44 769
Air Canada
May 20
JNB
31h 05m
3 stops
DSM
May 27
DSM
37h 15m
3 stops
JNB
R47 656
Delta
May 22
JNB
29h 27m
1 stop
DSM
May 29
DSM
36h 46m
2 stops
JNB
R51 856
Air Canada
May 22
JNB
33h 20m
3 stops
DSM
May 29
DSM
37h 15m
3 stops
JNB
R55 121
Delta
Apr 30
JNB
26h 50m
1 stop
DSM
Jan 3
DSM
40h 30m
1 stop
JNB
R70 476
Air Canada
Apr 30
JNB
33h 03m
3 stops
DSM
Jan 3
DSM
38h 00m
3 stops
JNB
R75 971

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Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 0:12
JNB
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DSM
42h 32m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
13:48 - 10:30
DSM
-
JNB
37h 42m
2 stops
R21 966Qatar Airways
Fri, May 22 - Fri, May 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:00 - 16:48
JNB
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DSM
29h 48m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:04 - 21:20
DSM
-
JNB
25h 16m
2 stops
R23 853Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Wed, May 27
Qatar Airways Logo
19:50 - 23:49
JNB
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DSM
34h 59m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
13:24 - 3:55
DSM
-
JNB
30h 31m
2 stops
R24 263Qatar Airways
Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, Jan 3
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 19:26
JNB
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DSM
28h 26m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:00 - 18:35
DSM
-
JNB
26h 35m
3 stops
R35 320United Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, Jan 3
Delta Logo
23:15 - 20:49
JNB
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DSM
28h 34m
2 stops
Delta Logo
18:30 - 19:00
DSM
-
JNB
40h 30m
1 stop
R40 947Delta
Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, Jan 3
Delta Logo
20:25 - 20:36
JNB
-
DSM
31h 11m
2 stops
Delta Logo
14:33 - 19:40
DSM
-
JNB
22h 07m
1 stop
R43 293Delta
Wed, May 20 - Wed, May 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:00 - 21:40
JNB
-
DSM
33h 40m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:50 - 8:35
DSM
-
JNB
30h 45m
2 stops
R44 769Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Wed, May 27
Air Canada Logo
19:20 - 19:25
JNB
-
DSM
31h 05m
3 stops
Air Canada Logo
13:05 - 9:20
DSM
-
JNB
37h 15m
3 stops
R47 656Air Canada
Wed, May 20 - Wed, May 27
Delta Logo
21:55 - 20:22
JNB
-
DSM
29h 27m
1 stop
Delta Logo
13:04 - 8:50
DSM
-
JNB
36h 46m
2 stops
R51 856Delta
Fri, May 22 - Fri, May 29
Air Canada Logo
19:20 - 21:40
JNB
-
DSM
33h 20m
3 stops
Air Canada Logo
13:05 - 9:20
DSM
-
JNB
37h 15m
3 stops
R55 121Air Canada
Fri, May 22 - Fri, May 29

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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 9 April 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

12:40-0:12

2 stops42h 32m

Des Moines

Fri 29/5

13:48-10:30

2 stops37h 42m

R21 966

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

18:00-16:48

2 stops29h 48m

Des Moines

Wed 27/5

13:04-21:20

2 stops25h 16m

R23 853

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

19:50-23:49

2 stops34h 59m

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

13:24-3:55

2 stops30h 31m

R24 263

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

22:00-19:26

2 stops28h 26m

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

8:00-18:35

3 stops26h 35m

R35 320

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

23:15-20:49

2 stops28h 34m

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

18:30-19:00

1 stop40h 30m

R40 947
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

20:25-20:36

2 stops31h 11m

Des Moines

Wed 27/5

14:33-19:40

1 stop22h 07m

R43 293

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

19:00-21:40

3 stops33h 40m

Des Moines

Wed 27/5

18:50-8:35

2 stops30h 45m

R44 769

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

19:20-19:25

3 stops31h 05m

Des Moines

Wed 27/5

13:05-9:20

3 stops37h 15m

R47 656

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

21:55-20:22

1 stop29h 27m

Des Moines

Fri 29/5

13:04-8:50

2 stops36h 46m

R51 856

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

19:20-21:40

3 stops33h 20m

Des Moines

Fri 29/5

13:05-9:20

3 stops37h 15m

R55 121

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Which airlines fly to Iowa?

United Airlines, KLM and Air France 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 73% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Iowa. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Iowa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Cheapest flights to cities in Iowa

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Cheap Iowa flight deals and tips

Summary info about Iowa flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R15 765

Best Round-Trip Price

R21 966

Fastest flight time

34h 59m
The best one-way flight price to Iowa from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R15 765 (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 R21 966 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Des Moines).
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The fastest flight to Iowa from South Africa takes 34h 59m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Des Moines).
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Iowa

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

79% 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 4 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with United Airlines, KLM or Air France as these are the most popular among our users. United Airlines is the most favoured with 73% 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 34h 59m 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 April 2026, there are 4 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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