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$612+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Africa

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — JNB
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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$612
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Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,883
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 September 11, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 11/45:56 pmDSM - RBA
2 stops14h 24mDelta
Wed 11/126:00 amRBA - DSM
2 stops23h 33mDelta
Deal found 9/11$612
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 10/275:56 pmDSM - RBA
2 stops39h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/34:55 pmRBA - DSM
2 stops54h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$667
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/275:56 pmDSM - RBA
2 stops15h 54mDelta
Mon 11/36:00 amRBA - DSM
2 stops22h 03mDelta
Deal found 9/11$767
This TravelUp deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/255:15 pmDSM - RBA
2 stops48h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/12:10 pmRBA - DSM
2 stops58h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$978
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/276:05 amDSM - TUN
2 stops28h 00mDelta
Mon 11/35:30 amTUN - DSM
2 stops22h 05mDelta
Deal found 9/11$979
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/262:40 pmDSM - TUN
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/25:15 pmTUN - DSM
2 stops36h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$995
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/109:00 amDSM - CAI
2 stops30h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 10/162:05 amCAI - DSM
2 stops29h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/10$1,011
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/2512:30 pmDSM - RBA
2 stops21h 05mDelta
Sat 11/16:00 amRBA - DSM
2 stops16h 52mDelta
Deal found 9/10$1,035
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 11/25:56 pmDSM - ACC
2 stops31h 04mDelta
Sun 11/99:10 amACC - DSM
2 stops31h 32mDelta
Deal found 9/11$1,046
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Tue 11/41:05 pmDSM - NBO
3 stops24h 40mLufthansa
Tue 1/2711:55 pmNBO - DSM
2 stops30h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 9/11$1,050
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/266:05 amDSM - TUN
2 stops28h 00mDelta
Sun 11/25:30 amTUN - DSM
2 stops22h 05mDelta
Deal found 9/11$1,064
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/255:47 amDSM - TUN
2 stops22h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/15:30 amTUN - DSM
2 stops17h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,067

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Africa that are best for you.

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Africa

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Des MoinesRabat

DSM - RBA

DSMRBA

Des Moines

Tue 11/4

10:00 am-3:20 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Rabat Sale

Wed 11/12

6:00 am-5:12 pm

2 stops18h 12m

$612

Des MoinesRabat

DSM - RBA

DSMRBA

Des Moines

Mon 10/27

5:56 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops39h 24m

Rabat Sale

Mon 11/3

4:55 pm-4:52 pm

2 stops54h 57m

$667

Des MoinesRabat

DSM - RBA

DSMRBA

Des Moines

Mon 10/27

5:56 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops15h 54m

Rabat Sale

Mon 11/3

6:00 am-9:03 pm

2 stops22h 03m

$767

Des MoinesRabat

DSM - RBA

DSMRBA

Des Moines

Sat 10/25

5:15 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops48h 40m

Rabat Sale

Sat 11/1

2:10 pm-6:44 pm

2 stops58h 34m

$978

Des MoinesTunis

DSM - TUN

DSMTUN

Des Moines

Mon 10/27

6:05 am-4:05 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Tunis Carthage

Mon 11/3

5:30 am-8:35 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$979

Des MoinesTunis

DSM - TUN

DSMTUN

Des Moines

Sun 10/26

2:40 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops19h 25m

Tunis Carthage

Sun 11/2

5:15 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops36h 15m

$995

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Fri 10/10

9:00 am-11:50 pm

2 stops30h 50m

Cairo

Thu 10/16

2:05 am-11:23 pm

2 stops29h 18m

$1,011

Des MoinesRabat

DSM - RBA

DSMRBA

Des Moines

Sat 10/25

11:06 am-3:35 pm

2 stops22h 29m

Rabat Sale

Sat 11/1

6:00 am-10:30 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$1,035

Des MoinesAccra

DSM - ACC

DSMACC

Des Moines

Sun 11/2

5:56 pm-7:00 am

2 stops31h 04m

Accra Kotoka

Sun 11/9

9:10 am-10:42 am

2 stops31h 32m

$1,046

Des MoinesNairobi

DSM - NBO

DSMNBO

Des Moines

Tue 11/4

1:05 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops24h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 1/27

11:55 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops30h 55m

$1,050

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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 September 11, 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 September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Qatar Airways, 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
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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
3,624 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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
7.4
Good
1,469 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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!
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,409 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Africa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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, Qatar Airways, and Lufthansa fly from Des Moines to Africa in about 22h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4566 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $705. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines 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 - Cairo, Des Moines - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$587Average$1,513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$701Average$786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$917Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air FranceCheapest$938Average$1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$999Average$1,527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$1,043Average$1,299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,114Average$1,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,235Average$1,535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
IberiaCheapest$1,282Average$1,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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