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R24 797 Cheap flights to Iowa

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Qatar Airways
Jul 23
JNB
38h 38m
2 stops
DSM
Aug 28
DSM
36h 07m
2 stops
JNB
R24 797
Qatar Airways
Jul 17
JNB
38h 33m
2 stops
DSM
Jul 24
DSM
35h 58m
2 stops
JNB
R29 110
Air Canada
Jul 23
JNB
33h 02m
3 stops
DSM
Aug 28
DSM
36h 25m
3 stops
JNB
R34 736
Delta
Jul 23
JNB
28h 34m
2 stops
DSM
Aug 28
DSM
22h 06m
1 stop
JNB
R35 195
Delta
Jul 17
JNB
19h 50m
1 stop
DSM
Jul 24
DSM
22h 15m
1 stop
JNB
R38 344
Delta
Jul 17
JNB
29h 54m
2 stops
DSM
Jul 24
DSM
22h 15m
1 stop
JNB
R40 345
Delta
Jul 23
JNB
26h 57m
1 stop
DSM
Aug 28
DSM
31h 00m
1 stop
JNB
R41 132

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Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 20:18
JNB
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DSM
38h 38m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
13:53 - 9:00
DSM
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JNB
36h 07m
2 stops
R24 797Qatar Airways
Thu, Jul 23 - Fri, Aug 28
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 - 20:13
JNB
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DSM
38h 33m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
9:02 - 4:00
DSM
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JNB
35h 58m
2 stops
R29 110Qatar Airways
Fri, Jul 17 - Fri, Jul 24
Air Canada Logo
19:20 - 21:22
JNB
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DSM
33h 02m
3 stops
Air Canada Logo
13:10 - 8:35
DSM
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JNB
36h 25m
3 stops
R34 736Air Canada
Thu, Jul 23 - Fri, Aug 28
Delta Logo
23:15 - 20:49
JNB
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DSM
28h 34m
2 stops
Delta Logo
14:34 - 19:40
DSM
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JNB
22h 06m
1 stop
R35 195Delta
Thu, Jul 23 - Fri, Aug 28
Delta Logo
21:55 - 10:45
JNB
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DSM
19h 50m
1 stop
Delta Logo
14:25 - 19:40
DSM
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JNB
22h 15m
1 stop
R38 344Delta
Fri, Jul 17 - Fri, Jul 24
Delta Logo
21:55 - 20:49
JNB
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DSM
29h 54m
2 stops
Delta Logo
14:25 - 19:40
DSM
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JNB
22h 15m
1 stop
R40 345Delta
Fri, Jul 17 - Fri, Jul 24
Delta Logo
21:55 - 17:52
JNB
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DSM
26h 57m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:40 - 19:40
DSM
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JNB
31h 00m
1 stop
R41 132Delta
Thu, Jul 23 - Fri, Aug 28

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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 6 June 2026.
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

12:40-20:18

2 stops38h 38m

Des Moines

Fri 28/8

13:53-9:00

2 stops36h 07m

R24 797

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/7

12:40-20:13

2 stops38h 33m

Des Moines

Fri 24/7

9:02-4:00

2 stops35h 58m

R29 110

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

19:20-21:22

3 stops33h 02m

Des Moines

Fri 28/8

13:10-8:35

3 stops36h 25m

R34 736

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

23:15-20:49

2 stops28h 34m

Des Moines

Fri 28/8

14:34-19:40

1 stop22h 06m

R35 195
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/7

21:55-10:45

1 stop19h 50m

Des Moines

Fri 24/7

14:25-19:40

1 stop22h 15m

R38 344

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/7

21:55-20:49

2 stops29h 54m

Des Moines

Fri 24/7

14:25-19:40

1 stop22h 15m

R40 345

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

21:55-17:52

1 stop26h 57m

Des Moines

Fri 28/8

5:40-19:40

1 stop31h 00m

R41 132
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/8

14:05-17:52

2 stops34h 47m

R15 236

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/8

19:00-12:32

3 stops48h 32m

R22 436
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 16/8

21:55-14:05

1 stop23h 10m

R44 674

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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 71% 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 236

Best Round-Trip Price

R24 797

Fastest flight time

34h 47m
The best one-way flight price to Iowa from South Africa in the last 5 days is R15 236 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Des Moines).
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The best round-trip flight price to Iowa from South Africa in the last 5 days is R24 797 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Des Moines).
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The fastest flight to Iowa from South Africa takes 34h 47m (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?

88% 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, Qatar Airways or KLM as these are the most popular among our users. United Airlines is the most favoured with 71% 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 38h 38m 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 June 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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