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 77% 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.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Iowa?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Iowa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Iowa?

As of September 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Iowa.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa 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 from South Africa to Iowa.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Iowa 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 Iowa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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19:00 - 21:23JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

33h 23m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 - 18:30DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

R19 096United Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

19:00 - 21:23JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

33h 23m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:00 - 18:30DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 30m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark

R19 096United Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

21:20 - 19:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

29h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul

6:20 - 19:10DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 50m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R20 314Delta

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Jan 5

21:20 - 10:51JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

21h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:20 - 19:10DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 50m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R20 314Delta

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Jan 5

21:55 - 14:09JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

23h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:55 - 19:40DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 45m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R20 314Delta

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13:45 - 19:03JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

37h 18m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:37 - 8:40DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

R28 917Qatar Airways

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20:20 - 0:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

36h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

13:51 - 8:40DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

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37h 18m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

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39h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

R29 285Qatar Airways

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22:00 - 14:34JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

24h 34m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:00 - 18:35DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 35m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark

R32 073United Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

22:00 - 14:34JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

24h 34m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:00 - 18:35DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 35m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark

R32 393United Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

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Delta flights from South Africa to Iowa

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Delta

Nov 17

JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 47m

1 stop

DSM18:07Des Moines

Jan 5

DSM11:04Des Moines

24h 06m

1 stop

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R20 314

Delta

Nov 17

JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

29h 55m

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DSM19:15Des Moines

Jan 5

DSM6:20Des Moines

28h 50m

2 stops

JNB19:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

R20 330

Delta

Nov 17

JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 31m

1 stop

DSM10:51Des Moines

Jan 5

DSM6:20Des Moines

31h 40m

2 stops

JNB22:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R22 605

Air Canada flights from South Africa to Iowa

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Air Canada

Nov 17

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 15m

3 stops

DSM21:55Des Moines

Jan 5

DSM13:02Des Moines

36h 38m

3 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R35 966

Air Canada

Nov 17

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 15m

3 stops

DSM21:55Des Moines

Jan 5

DSM13:02Des Moines

36h 38m

3 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R35 982

Air Canada

Nov 17

JNB20:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 15m

3 stops

DSM21:55Des Moines

Jan 5

DSM13:02Des Moines

36h 38m

3 stops

JNB9:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Sun 11/10

19:00-21:23

2 stops33h 23m

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2 stops29h 30m

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2 stops28h 50m

R20 314

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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DSM Des Moines

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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21:55-14:09

1 stop23h 14m

Des Moines

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6:55-19:40

2 stops29h 45m

R20 314

JohannesburgDes Moines

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13:45-19:03

2 stops37h 18m

Des Moines

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9:37-8:40

2 stops39h 03m

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JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DSM Des Moines

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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20:20-0:40

2 stops36h 20m

Des Moines

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13:51-8:40

2 stops34h 49m

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JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DSM Des Moines

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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2 stops37h 18m

Des Moines

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9:37-8:40

2 stops39h 03m

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JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DSM Des Moines

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/2

22:00-14:34

2 stops24h 34m

Des Moines

Mon 8/2

8:00-18:35

3 stops26h 35m

R32 073

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - DSM Des Moines

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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22:00-14:34

2 stops24h 34m

Des Moines

Mon 8/2

8:00-18:35

3 stops26h 35m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Iowa?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Iowa from South Africa, with most prices found around R0. If you aren’t able to travel to Iowa during the month of February, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R18 343.

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Best price found	R19 096
Fastest flight time	29h 55m
Direct flights	None

The best flight deal from South Africa to Iowa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R19 096

The fastest flight from South Africa to Iowa takes 29h 55m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to Iowa. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Iowa.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from South Africa to Iowa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Iowa?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Iowa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Iowa?
As of September 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Iowa.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa 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 from South Africa to Iowa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?
The required travel and health documents for your Iowa 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 Iowa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from South Africa to Iowa

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from South Africa to Iowa with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom R11 768	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 10 170 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 590	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 571 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R20 935	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 731 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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