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$1,311+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Johannesburg

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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — JNB
Jun 28 — Jul 51
Sun 6/28
Sun 7/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Johannesburg

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg
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 29, 2026.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/316:07 pm
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops31h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/179:50 am
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops37h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,316
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Fri 9/1110:35 am
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops39h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 9/202:45 pm
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops35h 36m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/26$1,506
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/36:55 am
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops38h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/712:40 pm
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops42h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,567
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/116:55 pm
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops35h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 9/202:30 pm
JNB
-
DSM
3 stops37h 58m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/27$1,621
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/196:55 am
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops43h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/248:55 pm
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops34h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/25$1,663
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/315:00 am
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops25h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 11/172:30 pm
JNB
-
DSM
3 stops31h 41m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/27$1,715
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/316:15 am
DSM
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 11/1710:00 pm
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops24h 11m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,771
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/316:15 am
DSM
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
Lufthansa
Wed 11/187:45 pm
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops26h 26m
Lufthansa
Deal found 5/27$1,822
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 9/114:15 pm
DSM
-
JNB
1 stop20h 25m
Delta
Sun 9/209:55 pm
JNB
-
DSM
1 stop27h 05m
Delta
Deal found 5/26$1,865

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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 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,316
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$1,311
(KAYAK)
From Des Moines to Johannesburg
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg 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 May 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Thu 9/3

6:55 am-4:00 am

2 stops38h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/7

12:40 pm-12:20 am

2 stops42h 40m

$1,567

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Fri 9/11

4:15 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/20

11:15 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops30h 14m

$1,906

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-8:26 pm

2 stops32h 26m

$1,925

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 8/19

8:00 am-6:30 pm

3 stops27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/24

7:00 pm-9:23 pm

2 stops33h 23m

$1,955
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 6/21

11:28 am-7:40 pm

1 stop25h 12m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/12

9:55 pm-1:34 pm

1 stop22h 39m

$1,985
Cheapest one-way

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Thu 6/4

6:00 am-8:35 am

2 stops43h 35m

$1,311

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Thu 6/4

8:05 pm-9:25 am

2 stops30h 20m

$1,404

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Thu 6/4

9:23 am-10:30 am

2 stops42h 07m

$1,483
Quickest one-way

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Thu 6/4

2:33 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 07m

$1,668

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Thu 6/4

6:00 am-8:35 am

3 stops43h 35m

$1,724

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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 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and Qatar Airways 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,421 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.9
Good
8,421 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,421 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,421 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg. 2 airlines have flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg on a regular basis. Booking flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day.

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

    Airlines like Qatar Airways, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Des Moines to Johannesburg in about 20h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17h 40m. There are 8998 mi between Des Moines and Johannesburg. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Delta, at $1,410, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Johannesburg. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Qatar Airways.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Johannesburg by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Johannesburg

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg. 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 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,410Average$2,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,527Average$1,651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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