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$1,168+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Des Moines (DSM)

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DSM
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Tue 9/2
Tue 9/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated August 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,168
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,462
From South Africa to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($207 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/57:45 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops47h 08mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/28:00 amDSM - JNB
2 stops26h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/28$1,168
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 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 stops28h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1011:30 amDSM - JNB
2 stops36h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/27$1,189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Fri 12/57:40 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops29h 11mDelta
Fri 1/22:23 pmDSM - JNB
1 stop20h 37mDelta
Deal found 8/28$1,384
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 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 stops28h 14mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 11/102:17 pmDSM - JNB
1 stop20h 43mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 8/27$1,850
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/58:15 pmJNB - DSM
3 stops46h 38mAir Canada
Fri 1/211:35 amDSM - JNB
3 stops37h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 8/28$2,632
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/55:30 pmJNB - DSM
3 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/23:15 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops39h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/28$4,151

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South 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 August 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Des Moines that are best for you.

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JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/5

7:45 pm-10:53 am

2 stops47h 08m

Des Moines

Fri 1/2

8:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$1,168

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

10:00 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops33h 44m

Des Moines

Mon 11/10

6:00 pm-7:35 am

2 stops29h 35m

$1,189

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/5

7:40 pm-4:51 pm

2 stops29h 11m

Des Moines

Fri 1/2

2:23 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop20h 37m

$1,384

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

9:30 pm-5:44 pm

2 stops28h 14m

Des Moines

Mon 11/10

2:17 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop20h 43m

$1,850

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/5

8:15 pm-10:53 am

3 stops46h 38m

Des Moines

Fri 1/2

11:35 am-9:30 am

3 stops37h 55m

$2,632

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/5

5:30 pm-11:45 pm

3 stops38h 15m

Des Moines

Fri 1/2

3:15 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops39h 45m

$4,151

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Deals found on 8/28

Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Des Moines

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from South Africa to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South 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 South Africa?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines (DSM) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Des Moines from South Africa.

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

    United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta can get you from South Africa to Des Moines in just under 29h 11m. Your travel time can differ by up to 17h 57m. The distance from South Africa to Des Moines is about 8998 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from South Africa to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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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