Africa

$333+ 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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — JNB
Apr 14 — Apr 211
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Africa

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 March 15, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/166:15 am
DSM
-
CMN
2 stops21h 20m
United Airlines
Fri 11/2012:15 pm
CMN
-
DSM
2 stops32h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$613
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Tue 10/2711:04 am
DSM
-
RAK
1 stop13h 51m
Delta
Wed 11/48:55 am
RAK
-
DSM
1 stop20h 34m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$674
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Mon 10/265:35 pm
DSM
-
RAK
2 stops31h 20m
Delta
Wed 11/48:55 am
RAK
-
DSM
1 stop20h 34m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$678
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Mon 10/266:30 pm
DSM
-
RAK
1 stop30h 25m
Delta
Fri 11/68:55 am
RAK
-
DSM
1 stop20h 34m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$679
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Tue 10/275:45 am
DSM
-
RAK
1 stop19h 10m
Delta
Thu 11/56:00 am
RAK
-
DSM
2 stops21h 52m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$684
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Tue 4/2811:51 am
DSM
-
RAK
1 stop12h 24m
Delta
Tue 5/56:10 am
RAK
-
DSM
2 stops20h 29m
Delta
Deal found 3/13$689
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/285:45 pm
DSM
-
RAK
2 stops23h 30m
Air France
Tue 5/56:55 pm
RAK
-
DSM
2 stops28h 50m
Air France
Deal found 3/14$692
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Tue 10/2711:04 am
DSM
-
RAK
1 stop13h 51m
Delta
Mon 11/22:10 pm
RAK
-
DSM
2 stops36h 50m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$697
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Sun 10/255:35 pm
DSM
-
RAK
2 stops55h 20m
Delta
Tue 11/36:00 am
RAK
-
DSM
2 stops21h 00m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$700
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Mon 10/265:35 pm
DSM
-
RAK
2 stops31h 20m
Delta
Mon 11/22:10 pm
RAK
-
DSM
2 stops36h 50m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$702
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Sun 10/255:35 pm
DSM
-
RAK
2 stops55h 20m
Delta
Mon 11/22:10 pm
RAK
-
DSM
2 stops36h 50m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$713
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/267:16 pm
DSM
-
RAK
2 stops34h 14m
Lufthansa
Sat 5/212:35 am
RAK
-
DSM
2 stops23h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/12$728

Find 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 March 15, 2026.

Round-trip from

$689
(Delta)

One-way from

$333
(Mytrip)
From Des Moines to Africa
One-way flight from Des Moines to Africa

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 15, 2026.
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Price

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Des MoinesMarrakech

DSM - RAK

DSMRAK

Des Moines

Tue 4/28

5:45 am-6:15 am

1 stop18h 30m

Marrakech Menara

Tue 5/5

6:10 am-8:39 pm

2 stops20h 29m

$689

Des MoinesCasablanca

DSM - CMN

DSMCMN

Des Moines

Mon 4/27

8:04 am-7:15 am

2 stops17h 11m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Mon 5/4

9:00 am-11:44 pm

2 stops44h 44m

$734

Des MoinesMarrakech

DSM - RAK

DSMRAK

Des Moines

Mon 4/27

5:45 pm-6:15 am

2 stops30h 30m

Marrakech Menara

Mon 5/4

6:10 am-9:54 am

2 stops33h 44m

$749

Des MoinesCasablanca

DSM - CMN

DSMCMN

Des Moines

Sun 4/26

8:04 am-7:15 am

3 stops17h 11m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Sat 5/2

1:25 am-7:26 pm

3 stops24h 01m

$761

Des MoinesCasablanca

DSM - CMN

DSMCMN

Des Moines

Mon 7/20

6:00 am-7:15 am

2 stops19h 15m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Thu 8/20

9:00 am-10:11 am

2 stops55h 11m

$767

Des MoinesCasablanca

DSM - CMN

DSMCMN

Des Moines

Fri 4/10

6:15 am-2:50 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Fri 4/17

7:35 am-9:54 am

2 stops32h 19m

$770

Des MoinesMarrakech

DSM - RAK

DSMRAK

Des Moines

Thu 9/3

1:22 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops22h 48m

Marrakech Menara

Wed 9/16

5:40 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops35h 48m

$780

Des MoinesCasablanca

DSM - CMN

DSMCMN

Des Moines

Mon 7/20

8:15 pm-7:15 am

2 stops29h 00m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Thu 8/20

9:00 am-5:02 pm

3 stops38h 02m

$821

Des MoinesMarrakech

DSM - RAK

DSMRAK

Des Moines

Sun 4/26

2:16 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops15h 44m

Marrakech Menara

Sun 5/3

1:00 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops40h 49m

$938

Des MoinesCasablanca

DSM - CMN

DSMCMN

Des Moines

Sun 4/26

8:04 am-7:15 am

2 stops17h 11m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Sat 5/2

1:25 am-7:26 pm

3 stops24h 01m

$972

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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 $568). Flying from Des Moines to Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,294). 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.

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 March 15, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines 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.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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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.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Africa?

    Airlines like Delta, Air Canada, and British Airways fly from Des Moines to Africa in about 17h 11m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 37m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4553 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

  • 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 $568). Flying from Des Moines to Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,294). 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 March 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$587Average$1,605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$725Average$786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$741Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$980Average$1,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$985Average$1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$1,043Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,114Average$1,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,198Average$1,265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
IberiaCheapest$1,288Average$1,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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