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$648+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — JNB
Aug 6 — Aug 131
Wed 8/6
Wed 8/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Johannesburg

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Johannesburg flight deals. Data was last updated August 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,404
(Surpr!ce)

One-way from

$648
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,832
From Iowa to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2025.

This Surpr!ce deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Surpr!ce is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1511:35 amDSM - JNB
2 stops23h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/227:00 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops33h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/1$1,404
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/108:00 amDSM - JNB
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/165:00 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1$1,427
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/112:30 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops26h 35mKLM
Tue 11/1111:59 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops28h 51mKLM
Deal found 8/1$1,448
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/1911:23 amDSM - JNB
1 stop25h 17mDelta
Thu 8/289:55 pmJNB - DSM
1 stop26h 50mDelta
Deal found 7/31$1,470
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/56:25 amOMA - JNB
2 stops30h 15mDelta
Mon 10/139:55 pmJNB - OMA
1 stop33h 04mDelta
Deal found 7/31$1,470
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Mon 10/62:07 pmOMA - JNB
2 stops24h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/136:50 pmJNB - OMA
2 stops29h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,474
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Mon 10/66:33 pmOMA - JNB
2 stops31h 02mLufthansa
Wed 10/157:00 pmJNB - OMA
2 stops29h 34mLufthansa
Deal found 7/31$1,480
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Mon 11/101:05 pmDSM - JNB
3 stops37h 25mAir Canada
Sun 11/168:15 pmJNB - DSM
3 stops46h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 8/1$1,499
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/57:44 pmOMA - JNB
2 stops30h 51mQatar Airways
Mon 10/131:55 pmJNB - OMA
2 stops31h 58mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/31$1,516
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Sun 10/56:00 amOMA - JNB
2 stops28h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/147:00 pmJNB - OMA
2 stops33h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/1$1,518
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 10/57:27 pmOMA - JNB
2 stops28h 33mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/159:15 pmJNB - OMA
2 stops33h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,545
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 9/1211:25 amDSM - JNB
1 stop25h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 9/199:55 pmJNB - DSM
1 stop25h 27mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/31$1,787

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 August 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Mon 9/15

11:35 am-5:45 pm

2 stops23h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/22

7:00 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops33h 45m

$1,404

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Mon 11/10

8:00 am-3:55 am

2 stops35h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/16

5:00 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops29h 55m

$1,427

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sat 11/1

12:30 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

11:59 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops28h 51m

$1,448

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Tue 8/19

11:23 am-7:40 pm

1 stop25h 17m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/28

9:55 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$1,470

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 10/5

6:25 am-7:40 pm

2 stops30h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/13

9:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop33h 04m

$1,470

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 10/6

2:07 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops24h 13m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/13

6:50 pm-5:14 pm

2 stops29h 24m

$1,474

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 10/6

6:33 pm-8:35 am

2 stops31h 02m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/15

7:00 pm-5:34 pm

2 stops29h 34m

$1,480

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Mon 11/10

1:05 pm-10:30 am

3 stops37h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/16

8:15 pm-10:30 am

3 stops46h 15m

$1,499

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 10/5

7:44 pm-9:35 am

2 stops30h 51m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/13

1:55 pm-2:53 pm

2 stops31h 58m

$1,516

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 10/5

6:00 am-5:45 pm

2 stops28h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/14

7:00 pm-9:48 pm

2 stops33h 48m

$1,518

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Johannesburg

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Iowa to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 IA to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa 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 August 1, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to Johannesburg, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 August 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and Qatar Airways from Iowa to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7,983 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,384 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
3,609 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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!
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,230 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
8,904 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 Iowa to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa to Johannesburg one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $792. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Virgin Atlantic, as they are both options that can get you from Iowa to Johannesburg for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Johannesburg?

    When deciding which route to take from Iowa to Johannesburg consider Des Moines - Johannesburg OR Tambo, Omaha Eppley Airfield - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Moline Quad-City - Johannesburg OR Tambo as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa 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 Iowa to Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Iowa to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,675). 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 Iowa to Johannesburg

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 August 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,115Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,322Average$1,492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,410Average$1,883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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