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$270+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Africa

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — JNB
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Africa flight deals. Data was last updated julio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$679
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$270
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,898
From Des Moines to Africa
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 30, 2025.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/311:05 pmDSM - CMN
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/119:35 amCMN - DSM
2 stops34h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$679
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/311:05 pmDSM - CMN
2 stops30h 10mLufthansa
lun. 11/102:25 amCMN - DSM
2 stops22h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 7/29$693
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/38:00 amDSM - CMN
2 stops40h 50mAir Canada
dom. 12/79:35 amCMN - DSM
2 stops56h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 7/27$703
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/46:05 amDSM - RBA
2 stops26h 15mDelta
mié. 11/126:00 amRBA - DSM
2 stops21h 50mDelta
Deal found 7/28$802
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/244:20 pmDSM - RAK
2 stops20h 50mBritish Airways
vie. 10/245:20 pmRAK - DSM
2 stops30h 17mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/29$860
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/1310:21 amDSM - RAK
2 stops20h 09mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 9/208:10 pmRAK - DSM
2 stops33h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$903
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/115:25 pmDSM - CMN
2 stops15h 25mAir France
jue. 9/187:30 amCMN - DSM
2 stops21h 07mAir France
Deal found 7/28$905
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/1310:21 amDSM - CMN
2 stops19h 44mIberia
dom. 9/2112:40 pmCMN - DSM
2 stops34h 59mIberia
Deal found 7/30$926
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/2310:16 amDSM - CAI
2 stops29h 34mQatar Airways
mié. 10/222:05 amCAI - DSM
2 stops29h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/30$961
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/125:44 amDSM - RBA
2 stops34h 56mKLM
vie. 9/196:10 amRBA - DSM
2 stops22h 27mKLM
Deal found 7/29$980
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/103:25 pmDSM - NBO
2 stops20h 55mLufthansa
jue. 9/1810:45 pmNBO - DSM
2 stops31h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 7/30$1,033
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/411:01 amDSM - NBO
2 stops25h 19mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/2711:30 pmNBO - DSM
2 stops26h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,037

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Africa that are best for you.

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Des MoinesCasablanca

DSM - CMN

DSMCMN

Des Moines

vie. 10/31

1:05 pm-1:15 am

2 stops30h 10m

Casablanca Mohamed V

mar. 11/11

9:35 am-12:38 pm

2 stops34h 03m

$679

Des MoinesCasablanca

DSM - CMN

DSMCMN

Des Moines

vie. 10/31

1:05 pm-1:15 am

2 stops30h 10m

Casablanca Mohamed V

lun. 11/10

2:25 am-5:25 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$693

Des MoinesCasablanca

DSM - CMN

DSMCMN

Des Moines

mié. 12/3

8:00 am-7:50 am

2 stops40h 50m

Casablanca Mohamed V

dom. 12/7

9:35 am-10:53 am

2 stops56h 18m

$703

Des MoinesRabat

DSM - RBA

DSMRBA

Des Moines

mar. 11/4

6:05 am-3:20 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Rabat Sale

mié. 11/12

6:00 am-8:50 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$802

Des MoinesMarrakech

DSM - RAK

DSMRAK

Des Moines

mié. 9/24

4:20 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops20h 50m

Marrakech Menara

vie. 10/24

5:20 pm-5:37 pm

2 stops30h 17m

$860

Des MoinesMarrakech

DSM - RAK

DSMRAK

Des Moines

sáb. 9/13

10:21 am-12:30 pm

2 stops20h 09m

Marrakech Menara

sáb. 9/20

8:10 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops33h 18m

$903

Des MoinesCasablanca

DSM - CMN

DSMCMN

Des Moines

jue. 9/11

5:25 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops15h 25m

Casablanca Mohamed V

jue. 9/18

7:30 am-10:37 pm

2 stops21h 07m

$905

Des MoinesCasablanca

DSM - CMN

DSMCMN

Des Moines

sáb. 9/13

10:21 am-12:05 pm

2 stops19h 44m

Casablanca Mohamed V

dom. 9/21

12:40 pm-5:39 pm

2 stops34h 59m

$926

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

mar. 9/23

4:25 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Cairo

jue. 10/23

7:50 pm-8:11 pm

2 stops32h 21m

$961

Des MoinesRabat

DSM - RBA

DSMRBA

Des Moines

vie. 9/12

5:44 am-10:40 pm

2 stops34h 56m

Rabat Sale

vie. 9/19

6:10 am-10:37 pm

2 stops22h 27m

$980

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Deals found on 7/29

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Africa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Des Moines to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Africa as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Africa. Reviews last updated julio 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM, and Air France from Des Moines to Africa by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,607 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Africa?

    If you book a flight to Africa from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $512. However, be on the lookout for offers from Virgin Atlantic and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Africa for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Africa?

    The most popular flight routes from Des Moines to Africa are Des Moines - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl, Des Moines - Johannesburg OR Tambo and Des Moines - Accra Kotoka.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Africa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Des Moines to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Des Moines to Africa

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Africa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated julio 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$917Average$1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air FranceCheapest$938Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$1,043Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,047Average$1,583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,090Average$1,466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$1,114Average$1,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,115Average$1,401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,198Average$1,265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
IberiaCheapest$1,282Average$1,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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