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$758+ 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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DSM
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Sat 11/22
Sat 11/29
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 October 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,044
(Air France)

One-way from

$758
(Gotogate)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,011
From Africa to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($238 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($31 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 October 23, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/610:00 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops32h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/104:02 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops31h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/22$1,296
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/69:30 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops33h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 11/102:17 pmDSM - JNB
1 stop20h 43mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/22$1,828

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Africa to Des Moines 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 October 23, 2025.
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

Tue 3/31

2:30 am-4:56 pm

2 stops45h 26m

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

5:25 pm-12:30 am

2 stops24h 05m

$1,044

CairoDes Moines

CAI - DSM

CAIDSM

Cairo

Wed 4/1

6:25 am-9:52 pm

2 stops22h 27m

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

5:52 pm-12:20 am

2 stops23h 28m

$1,087

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

10:00 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops32h 59m

Des Moines

Mon 11/10

4:02 pm-7:35 am

2 stops31h 33m

$1,296

CairoDes Moines

CAI - DSM

CAIDSM

Cairo

Sat 1/3

4:55 pm-10:50 am

2 stops49h 55m

Des Moines

Tue 5/12

11:30 am-2:20 am

2 stops30h 50m

$1,568

DakarDes Moines

DSS - DSM

DSSDSM

Dakar Blaise Diagne

Thu 2/12

11:15 pm-4:56 pm

2 stops23h 41m

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

11:04 am-8:35 pm

2 stops27h 31m

$1,614

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

9:30 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops33h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 11/10

2:17 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop20h 43m

$1,828

CairoDes Moines

CAI - DSM

CAIDSM

Cairo

Fri 1/2

2:10 am-4:41 pm

2 stops22h 31m

Des Moines

Tue 5/12

5:25 pm-1:30 am

2 stops24h 05m

$2,321

CairoDes Moines

CAI - DSM

CAIDSM

Cairo

Sat 1/3

4:55 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops29h 38m

Des Moines

Tue 5/12

11:30 am-3:25 pm

3 stops43h 55m

$5,165

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

8:20 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops35h 30m

$758

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Deals found on 10/21

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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Des Moines (average of $936). Flying from Africa to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,323). 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 October 23, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Africa to Des Moines by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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 October 23, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM, and Air France from Africa to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!
KLM
7.7
Good
1,405 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!
Air France
7.4
Good
1,477 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,992 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!

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.

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

    For as low as $1,087, Air France can have you in Des Moines from Africa in 22h 27m. There are 6369 mi between Africa and Des Moines. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Most travelers choose Cairo - Des Moines, Conakry - Des Moines or Dakar Blaise Diagne - 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Africa to Des Moines (average of $936). Flying from Africa to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,323). 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 2 airlines flying from Africa to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 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 October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$744Average$1,100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,338Average$3,821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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