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$1,197+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Johannesburg

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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — JNB
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
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Cheap 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,197
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,937
From Des Moines to Johannesburg
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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 July 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 12/612:43 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops34h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/1410:05 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops32h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,197
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1210:18 amDSM - JNB
2 stops28h 02mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/196:50 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$1,490
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/1211:23 amDSM - JNB
1 stop25h 17mDelta
Tue 8/196:50 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops32h 40mDelta
Deal found 7/1$1,512
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/62:29 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops33h 01mBritish Airways
Mon 1/127:45 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops34h 12mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,547
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 12/68:00 amDSM - JNB
2 stops26h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/147:45 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops33h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,581
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/147:20 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops31h 15mQatar Airways
Thu 8/218:25 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops49h 36mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/29$1,608
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:50 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops30h 40mLufthansa
Tue 1/1310:10 amJNB - DSM
2 stops43h 26mLufthansa
Deal found 7/1$1,802
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/1211:25 amDSM - JNB
3 stops38h 10mAir Canada
Tue 8/197:35 pmJNB - DSM
3 stops46h 04mAir Canada
Deal found 7/1$2,065

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

12:43 pm-7:30 am

2 stops34h 47m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/14

10:05 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops32h 35m

$1,197

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Tue 8/12

10:18 am-9:20 pm

2 stops28h 02m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/19

6:50 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops29h 55m

$1,490

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Tue 8/12

11:23 am-7:40 pm

1 stop25h 17m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/19

6:50 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$1,512

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

2:29 pm-7:30 am

2 stops33h 01m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/12

7:45 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops34h 12m

$1,547

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

8:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/14

7:45 pm-9:36 pm

2 stops33h 51m

$1,581

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Thu 8/14

7:20 pm-9:35 am

2 stops31h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/21

8:25 pm-3:01 pm

2 stops49h 36m

$1,608

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

6:50 pm-9:30 am

2 stops30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/13

10:10 am-9:36 pm

2 stops43h 26m

$1,802

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Tue 8/12

11:25 am-8:35 am

3 stops38h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/19

7:35 pm-10:39 am

3 stops46h 04m

$2,065

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Deals found on 7/1

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Johannesburg

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Johannesburg

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Des Moines to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 DSM to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 1, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to Johannesburg in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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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 July 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines 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
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,593 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,665 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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. 3 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.

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

    American Airlines, at $1,197, was found to be the cheapest airline from Des Moines to Johannesburg.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and British Airways. American Airlines is currently priced 27% 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Des Moines to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Johannesburg

Discover the top 3 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,115Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,322Average$1,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,410Average$1,881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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