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$668+ 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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — JNB
Mar 21 — Mar 281
Sat 3/21
Sat 3/28
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 February 19, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/11:37 pm
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops31h 23m
Qatar Airways
Wed 4/812:40 pm
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops42h 09m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/15$1,248
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Gurufare 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 9/202:45 pm
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops36h 16m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/18$1,285
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/56:40 am
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops49h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 4/1212:40 pm
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops42h 09m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/18$1,382
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 3/51:38 pm
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops30h 17m
Qatar Airways
Mon 3/912:45 pm
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops41h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/16$1,425
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Sun 3/16:32 am
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops37h 23m
Qatar Airways
Sat 3/78:30 pm
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops33h 04m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/15$1,444
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/46:32 am
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops37h 23m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/81:45 pm
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops39h 49m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/17$1,465
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Wed 3/1110:51 am
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops28h 14m
KLM
Tue 3/247:20 pm
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops34h 18m
KLM
Deal found 2/15$1,525
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 3/119:00 am
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops26h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 3/247:45 pm
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops32h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/18$1,556

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 February 19, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,248
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$668
(Gurufare)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,410
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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 February 19, 2026.
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Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 4/1

1:37 pm-4:00 am

2 stops31h 23m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/8

2:45 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops40h 04m

$1,274

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

6:40 am-3:20 pm

2 stops49h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/12

12:40 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops42h 09m

$1,382

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Thu 3/5

1:38 pm-3:55 am

2 stops30h 17m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/9

1:45 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops40h 55m

$1,425

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

6:32 am-3:55 am

2 stops37h 23m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

1:45 pm-10:34 pm

2 stops39h 49m

$1,465

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 3/11

10:51 am-10:05 pm

2 stops28h 14m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/24

7:20 pm-10:38 pm

2 stops34h 18m

$1,525

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 3/11

9:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/24

7:45 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops32h 55m

$1,556

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Mon 3/2

6:08 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops37h 52m

$681

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 3/4

6:08 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops37h 17m

$681

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

7:27 pm-3:55 am

2 stops48h 28m

$721

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

6:08 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops37h 27m

$749

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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 February 19, 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,212 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,212 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,212 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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. 1 airline 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 fly from Des Moines to Johannesburg in about 31h 23m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 8998 mi between Des Moines and Johannesburg.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Delta, at $1,410, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Johannesburg.. Delta is currently priced 17% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 airline flying from Des Moines to Johannesburg

Discover the top airline 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 February 19, 2026.
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DeltaCheapest$1,410Average$1,973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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