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Route
Depart
Return
JohannesburgDes Moines
JNB - DSM
JNBDSM
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 6/11
19:35-22:59
2 stops35h 24m
Des Moines
Mon 10/11
19:05-7:35
2 stops28h 30m
JohannesburgDes Moines
JNB - DSM
JNBDSM
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 6/11
19:35-22:59
2 stops35h 24m
Des Moines
Mon 10/11
19:05-7:35
2 stops28h 30m
JohannesburgDes Moines
JNB - DSM
JNBDSM
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 6/11
19:35-22:59
2 stops35h 24m
Des Moines
Mon 10/11
19:05-7:35
2 stops28h 30m
JohannesburgDes Moines
JNB - DSM
JNBDSM
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 6/11
21:30-22:43
2 stops33h 13m
Des Moines
Mon 10/11
14:14-19:00
1 stop20h 46m
JohannesburgDes Moines
JNB - DSM
JNBDSM
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 6/11
21:30-22:43
2 stops33h 13m
Des Moines
Mon 10/11
14:14-19:00
1 stop20h 46m
JohannesburgDes Moines
JNB - DSM
JNBDSM
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 6/11
21:30-17:54
2 stops28h 24m
Des Moines
Mon 10/11
14:14-19:00
1 stop20h 46m
Best Round-Trip Price | R25 160 |
|---|---|
Fastest flight time | 28h 24m |
Popular in | August |
50% 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.
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.
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 58% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.
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 28h 35m on average, while flying from Cape Town Intl to Des Moines is on average. Des Moines is the most popular airport in Iowa.
Flying to Iowa on a Wednesday or Tuesday is your best option since this is when flight prices tend to be at their lowest for the week. The most expensive day of the week to fly to Iowa is on a Friday.
Prices for flights to Iowa are updated daily.
As of July 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights 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.
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.
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.
Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to Iowa to just show those with flexible booking policies.
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.
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.