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KLM
Nov 17
JNB
30h 35m
2 stops
DSM
Jan 5
DSM
27h 45m
2 stops
JNB
R22 093
KLM
Nov 17
JNB
30h 35m
2 stops
DSM
Jan 5
DSM
27h 45m
2 stops
JNB
R22 109
Delta
Nov 17
JNB
21h 31m
1 stop
DSM
Jan 5
DSM
27h 45m
2 stops
JNB
R22 508
Delta
Dec 9
JNB
28h 46m
1 stop
DSM
Jan 2
DSM
28h 30m
2 stops
JNB
R22 619
Delta
Nov 17
JNB
21h 31m
1 stop
DSM
Jan 5
DSM
24h 06m
1 stop
JNB
R22 747
KLM
Nov 17
JNB
29h 14m
2 stops
DSM
Jan 5
DSM
27h 45m
2 stops
JNB
R23 384
KLM
Dec 10
JNB
34h 54m
2 stops
DSM
Jan 3
DSM
27h 25m
2 stops
JNB
R23 432
Delta
Dec 9
JNB
28h 55m
2 stops
DSM
Jan 2
DSM
28h 30m
2 stops
JNB
R23 783
Delta
Nov 17
JNB
21h 31m
1 stop
DSM
Jan 5
DSM
27h 45m
2 stops
JNB
R23 799
United Airlines
Nov 17
JNB
31h 55m
2 stops
DSM
Jan 5
DSM
39h 50m
2 stops
JNB
R23 894
Delta
Nov 17
JNB
21h 31m
1 stop
DSM
Jan 5
DSM
27h 45m
2 stops
JNB
R23 942
Delta
Dec 9
JNB
28h 46m
1 stop
DSM
Jan 2
DSM
23h 36m
1 stop
JNB
R25 807

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23:59 - 22:34JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines
30h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
KLM Logo
10:15 - 22:00DSM  Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
R22 093KLM
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Jan 5
KLM Logo
23:59 - 22:34JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines
30h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
KLM Logo
10:15 - 22:00DSM  Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
R22 109KLM
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Jan 5
KLM Logo
19:40 - 22:38JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines
34h 58m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
KLM Logo
10:15 - 22:00DSM  Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
R22 109KLM
Sun, Dec 20 - Thu, Jan 7
Delta Logo
21:20 - 10:51JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines
21h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:15 - 22:00DSM  Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
R22 508Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Jan 5
Delta Logo
23:59 - 20:54JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines
28h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:40 - 19:10DSM  Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 30m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R22 508Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Jan 2
Delta Logo
21:20 - 18:06JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines
28h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:40 - 19:10DSM  Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 30m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R22 619Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Jan 2
United Airlines Logo
22:00 - 21:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines
31h 55m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
18:45 - 18:35DSM  Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
R23 894United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Jan 5
United Airlines Logo
19:45 - 22:21JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines
34h 36m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
9:32 - 18:35DSM  Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
R26 206United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Jan 2
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 19:09JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines
37h 24m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
9:26 - 8:40DSM  Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 14m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
R29 091Qatar Airways
Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 19:09JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines
37h 24m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
9:26 - 8:40DSM  Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 14m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
R29 139Qatar Airways
Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

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JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DSM Des Moines

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

23:59-22:34

2 stops30h 35m

Des Moines

Tue 5/1

10:15-22:00

2 stops27h 45m

R22 093

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DSM Des Moines

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

23:59-22:34

2 stops30h 35m

Des Moines

Tue 5/1

10:15-22:00

2 stops27h 45m

R22 109

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DSM Des Moines

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/12

19:40-22:38

2 stops34h 58m

Des Moines

Thu 7/1

10:15-22:00

2 stops27h 45m

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JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DSM Des Moines

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

21:20-10:51

1 stop21h 31m

Des Moines

Tue 5/1

10:15-22:00

2 stops27h 45m

R22 508

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DSM Des Moines

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

23:59-20:54

2 stops28h 55m

Des Moines

Sat 2/1

6:40-19:10

2 stops28h 30m

R22 508

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DSM Des Moines

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

21:20-18:06

1 stop28h 46m

Des Moines

Sat 2/1

6:40-19:10

2 stops28h 30m

R22 619

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DSM Des Moines

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/11

22:00-21:55

2 stops31h 55m

Des Moines

Tue 5/1

18:45-18:35

2 stops39h 50m

R23 894

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DSM Des Moines

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/12

19:45-22:21

2 stops34h 36m

Des Moines

Sat 2/1

9:32-18:35

2 stops25h 03m

R26 206

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DSM Des Moines

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/2

13:45-19:09

2 stops37h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 8/2

9:26-8:40

2 stops39h 14m

R29 091

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DSM Des Moines

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/2

13:45-19:09

2 stops37h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 8/2

9:26-8:40

2 stops39h 14m

R29 139

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Which airlines fly to Iowa?

United Airlines, Qatar Airways and KLM 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 76% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Iowa. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Iowa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Best Round-Trip Price

R22 093

Fastest flight time

30h 35m
The best return flight price to Iowa from South Africa in the last 5 days is R22 093 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Des Moines).
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The fastest flight to Iowa from South Africa takes 30h 35m (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?

85% 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 3 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with United Airlines, Qatar Airways or KLM as these are the most popular among our users. United Airlines is the most favoured with 76% 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 30h 35m 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 August 2026, there are 3 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.

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