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$542+ Cheap flights from Africa to Des Moines (DSM)

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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DSM
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Africa to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Africa to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

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August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,190
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($208 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Africa to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Africa to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/69:20 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops32h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/146:24 amDSM - JNB
2 stops28h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,026
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Tue 5/66:50 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/1410:55 amDSM - JNB
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,085
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/69:55 pmJNB - DSM
1 stop31h 35mDelta
Thu 8/1410:55 amDSM - JNB
2 stops27h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/30$1,487

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

Fly from

Africa

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairoDes Moines

CAI - DSM

CAIDSM

Cairo

Wed 5/28

9:10 pm-12:46 pm

3 stops47h 36m

$542

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/21

9:50 am-12:46 pm

2 stops57h 56m

$616

CairoDes Moines

CAI - DSM

CAIDSM

Cairo

Tue 10/14

7:25 am-11:41 pm

2 stops24h 16m

$800

CairoDes Moines

CAI - DSM

CAIDSM

Cairo

Wed 10/15

5:10 am-9:45 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$813

CairoDes Moines

CAI - DSM

CAIDSM

Cairo

Tue 6/17

2:05 am-12:29 pm

2 stops42h 24m

$840

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/19

8:25 pm-11:39 pm

2 stops34h 14m

$886

CairoDes Moines

CAI - DSM

CAIDSM

Cairo

Tue 5/27

5:25 am-9:22 pm

3 stops23h 57m

$1,088

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/21

9:55 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$1,092

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/16

9:15 pm-3:26 pm

2 stops25h 11m

$1,113

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Deals found on 4/29

Best time to book a flight from Africa to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Africa to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 AF to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Africa to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,252 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Lufthansa
6.7
Okay
7,048 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Africa to Des Moines. 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 into for flights to Des Moines from Africa?

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Africa to Des Moines. It is only a 3.6 mi journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Des Moines’s city center.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $800. Lufthansa flights start at $813 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $840 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Cairo - Des Moines, Dakar Blaise Diagne - Des Moines or Conakry - Des Moines when deciding on the best route from Africa to Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Africa to Des Moines 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 Africa to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Africa to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 4 airlines flying from Africa to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Africa to Des Moines. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$748Average$1,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$1,131Average$1,308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$1,470Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,828Average$1,828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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