What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Johannesburg?

American Airlines, Delta, and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Johannesburg

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg?

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg?

As of September 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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18:12 - 10:25DSM-JNB

33h 13m2 stops

22:00 - 23:50JNB-DSM

33h 50m2 stops

R19 825American Airlines

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mié., oct. 29 - mié., nov. 5

18:12 - 10:25DSM-JNB

33h 13m2 stops

22:00 - 23:50JNB-DSM

33h 50m2 stops

R19 877American Airlines

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mié., oct. 29 - mié., nov. 5

13:46 - 7:35DSM-JNB

33h 49m2 stops

22:00 - 18:02JNB-DSM

27h 02m2 stops

R21 802American Airlines

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jue., mar. 5 - lun., mar. 9

15:48 - 15:25DSM-JNB

40h 37m2 stops

9:25 - 14:56JNB-DSM

37h 31m2 stops

R21 923Qatar Airways

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vie., oct. 31 - vie., nov. 7

15:48 - 15:25DSM-JNB

40h 37m2 stops

13:45 - 14:56JNB-DSM

33h 11m2 stops

R23 016Qatar Airways

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vie., oct. 31 - vie., nov. 7

17:15 - 19:00DSM-JNB

18h 45m1 stop

19:40 - 16:30JNB-DSM

28h 50m2 stops

R25 358Delta

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vie., oct. 31 - vie., nov. 7

17:15 - 19:00DSM-JNB

18h 45m1 stop

19:40 - 22:30JNB-DSM

34h 50m2 stops

R25 375Delta

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vie., oct. 31 - vie., nov. 7

17:15 - 19:00DSM-JNB

18h 45m1 stop

22:00 - 22:30JNB-DSM

32h 30m2 stops

R25 566Virgin Atlantic

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vie., oct. 31 - vie., nov. 7

17:15 - 19:00DSM-JNB

18h 45m1 stop

21:55 - 16:30JNB-DSM

26h 35m1 stop

R27 942Virgin Atlantic

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vie., oct. 31 - vie., nov. 7

18:07 - 10:25DSM-JNB

33h 18m2 stops

19:35 - 18:10JNB-DSM

30h 35m2 stops

R29 277British Airways

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jue., oct. 30 - jue., nov. 6

Air Canada flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg

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Air Canada

Dec 7

DSM11:35Des Moines

37h 55m

3 stops

JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 15

JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 38m

3 stops

DSM10:53Des Moines

R28 011

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Air Canada

Oct 31

DSM15:15Des Moines

35h 15m

3 stops

JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 7

JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 15m

3 stops

DSM10:30Des Moines

R30 249

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Air Canada

Oct 31

DSM13:05Des Moines

37h 25m

3 stops

JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 7

JNB20:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 15m

3 stops

DSM10:30Des Moines

R30 266

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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg

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United Airlines

Oct 30

DSM18:50Des Moines

40h 45m

2 stops

JNB18:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 6

JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 35m

2 stops

DSM22:20Des Moines

R25 930

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United Airlines

Dec 13

DSM15:17Des Moines

58h 13m

2 stops

JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 4

JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

47h 10m

2 stops

DSM10:55Des Moines

R46 119

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United Airlines

Dec 13

DSM15:17Des Moines

58h 13m

2 stops

JNB9:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 4

JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

50h 48m

2 stops

DSM14:33Des Moines

R46 240

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Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

mié. 29/10

18:12-10:25

2 stops33h 13m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 5/11

22:00-23:50

2 stops33h 50m

R19 825

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

mié. 29/10

18:12-10:25

2 stops33h 13m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 5/11

22:00-23:50

2 stops33h 50m

R19 877

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

jue. 5/3

13:46-7:35

2 stops33h 49m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 9/3

22:00-18:02

2 stops27h 02m

R21 802

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

vie. 31/10

15:48-15:25

2 stops40h 37m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 7/11

9:25-14:56

2 stops37h 31m

R21 923

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

vie. 31/10

15:48-15:25

2 stops40h 37m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 7/11

13:45-14:56

2 stops33h 11m

R23 016

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

vie. 31/10

17:15-19:00

1 stop18h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 7/11

19:40-16:30

2 stops28h 50m

R25 358

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

vie. 31/10

17:15-19:00

1 stop18h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 7/11

19:40-22:30

2 stops34h 50m

R25 375

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

vie. 31/10

17:15-19:00

1 stop18h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 7/11

22:00-22:30

2 stops32h 30m

R25 566

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

vie. 31/10

17:15-19:00

1 stop18h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 7/11

21:55-16:30

1 stop26h 35m

R27 942

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

jue. 30/10

18:07-10:25

2 stops33h 18m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 6/11

19:35-18:10

2 stops30h 35m

R29 277

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Johannesburg. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R23 085. The month of November is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Des Moines averaging around R24 542.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

The cheapest day to depart from Des Moines to Johannesburg is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as R28 849. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Des Moines because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R34 475.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Des Moines to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as R29 974. Flying to Johannesburg in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg is in the morning when prices are around R38 284.

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How far is Des Moines to Johannesburg by plane?
There are 14467,3 km between Des Moines and Johannesburg. Flights usually cover this in 18h 45m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg?
As of September 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?
The required travel and health documents for your Johannesburg trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Johannesburg. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Johannesburg

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British Airways	PriceFrom R24 208	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 363 reviews		Search British Airways flights

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