$1,261+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Johannesburg
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DSM — JNB
Jun 10 — Jun 171
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 11, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Sun 9/207:34 am
DSM
- JNB
2 stops42h 26m
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/52:45 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops37h 59m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,480
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/182:36 pm
DSM
- JNB
2 stops30h 24m
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/52:45 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops37h 59m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,502
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Sat 9/192:36 pm
DSM
- JNB
2 stops35h 24m
Qatar Airways
Mon 10/58:55 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops31h 49m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,520
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 9/112:36 pm
DSM
- JNB
2 stops30h 24m
Qatar Airways
Sun 9/208:55 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops33h 33m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,524
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/197:34 am
DSM
- JNB
2 stops48h 46m
Qatar Airways
Sun 10/412:40 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops38h 31m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,553
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/169:38 am
DSM
- JNB
2 stops40h 22m
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/12:45 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops39h 43m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,587
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/196:00 am
DSM
- JNB
2 stops24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 10/22:30 pm
JNB
- DSM
3 stops29h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/9![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,594
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/196:00 am
DSM
- JNB
2 stops31h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 10/42:30 pm
JNB
- DSM
3 stops30h 41m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/9![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,600
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Sun 9/209:38 am
DSM
- JNB
2 stops35h 22m
Qatar Airways
Sat 10/32:45 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops31h 28m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,623
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/187:34 am
DSM
- JNB
2 stops37h 26m
Qatar Airways
Fri 10/22:45 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops39h 43m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,627
Best flights from Des Moines to JohannesburgDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Johannesburg that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Johannesburg that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 11, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 9/222:15 pm
DSM
- JNB
1 stop22h 25m
Delta
Sun 10/49:55 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops53h 57m
Delta
Deal found 5/9![Delta logo]()
$1,834
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/2012:25 pm
DSM
- JNB
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/276:50 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops32h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,002
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Thu 9/38:00 am
DSM
- JNB
3 stops27h 30m
United Airlines
Mon 9/77:00 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops32h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/9![United Airlines logo]()
$2,076
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Wed 9/162:15 pm
DSM
- JNB
1 stop22h 25m
Delta
Sun 10/49:55 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops53h 57m
Delta
Deal found 5/9![Delta logo]()
$1,834
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 9/182:15 pm
DSM
- JNB
1 stop22h 25m
Delta
Fri 10/29:55 pm
JNB
- DSM
1 stop22h 27m
Delta
Deal found 5/9![Delta logo]()
$1,866
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 9/182:15 pm
DSM
- JNB
1 stop22h 25m
Delta
Thu 10/19:55 pm
JNB
- DSM
1 stop26h 47m
Delta
Deal found 5/9![Delta logo]()
$1,946
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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.
Sun 6/216:08 am
DSM
- JNB
2 stops32h 12m
Delta
Sun 7/129:55 pm
JNB
- DSM
1 stop31h 34m
Delta
Deal found 5/10![Delta logo]()
$2,127
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to JohannesburgDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Johannesburg. Data last updated May 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Johannesburg. Data last updated May 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2210:56 am
DSM
- JNB
2 stops27h 24m
KLM
Sun 6/711:15 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops28h 26m
KLM
Deal found 5/8![KLM logo]()
$1,952
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2210:56 am
DSM
- JNB
2 stops27h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/266:00 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops30h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,953
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/47:02 pm
DSM
- JNB
2 stops32h 28m
Qatar Airways
Mon 6/157:50 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops34h 02m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,651
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/214:50 pm
DSM
- JNB
2 stops33h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 6/2812:40 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops36h 59m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,856
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/217:02 pm
DSM
- JNB
2 stops30h 58m
Qatar Airways
Sun 7/128:55 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops34h 06m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,857
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/249:41 am
DSM
- JNB
2 stops40h 19m
Qatar Airways
Wed 7/18:55 pm
JNB
- DSM
2 stops30h 23m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,868
One-way flights from Des Moines to JohannesburgSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 11, 2026.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/46:00 am
DSM
- JNB
2 stops24h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/6![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,261
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/235:00 am
DSM
- JNB
2 stops43h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,306
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/41:51 pm
DSM
- JNB
2 stops31h 09m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 6/232:25 pm
DSM
- JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Delta
Deal found 5/9![Delta logo]()
$1,418
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Thu 6/46:00 am
DSM
- JNB
3 stops43h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/7![United Airlines logo]()
$1,474
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Tue 6/2311:26 am
DSM
- JNB
3 stops38h 09m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/9![Air Canada logo]()
$1,477
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Thu 6/411:57 am
DSM
- JNB
1 stop24h 43m
Delta
Deal found 5/8![Delta logo]()
$1,918
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Johannesburg
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 11, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,480 (FlightHub) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $1,261 (oojo) |
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Des MoinesJohannesburg
DSM - JNB
DSMJNB
Des Moines
Tue 9/22
2:15 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop22h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 10/4
9:55 pm-8:52 pm
2 stops53h 57m
$1,834
Des MoinesJohannesburg
DSM - JNB
DSMJNB
Des Moines
Wed 9/16
2:15 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop22h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 10/4
9:55 pm-8:52 pm
2 stops53h 57m
$1,834
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesJohannesburg
DSM - JNB
DSMJNB
Des Moines
Fri 9/18
2:15 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop22h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 10/2
9:55 pm-1:22 pm
1 stop22h 27m
$1,866
Des MoinesJohannesburg
DSM - JNB
DSMJNB
Des Moines
Fri 9/18
2:15 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop22h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 10/1
9:55 pm-5:42 pm
1 stop26h 47m
$1,946
Des MoinesJohannesburg
DSM - JNB
DSMJNB
Des Moines
Sat 6/20
12:25 pm-9:20 pm
2 stops25h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 6/27
6:50 pm-8:41 pm
2 stops32h 51m
$2,002
Des MoinesJohannesburg
DSM - JNB
DSMJNB
Des Moines
Thu 9/3
8:00 am-6:30 pm
3 stops27h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 9/7
7:00 pm-8:17 pm
2 stops32h 17m
$2,076
Des MoinesJohannesburg
DSM - JNB
DSMJNB
Des Moines
Sun 6/21
6:08 am-9:20 pm
2 stops32h 12m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 7/12
9:55 pm-10:29 pm
1 stop31h 34m
$2,127
Cheapest one-way
Des MoinesJohannesburg
DSM - JNB
DSMJNB
Des Moines
Thu 6/4
6:00 am-1:25 pm
2 stops24h 25m
$1,261
Des MoinesJohannesburg
DSM - JNB
DSMJNB
Des Moines
Tue 6/23
5:00 am-7:55 am
2 stops43h 55m
$1,306
Des MoinesJohannesburg
DSM - JNB
DSMJNB
Des Moines
Thu 6/4
1:51 pm-4:00 am
2 stops31h 09m
$1,350
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Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated May 11, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta from Des Moines to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
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| Cheapest$1,410 | Average$2,086 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |