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$727+ Cheap flights from Iowa to South Africa

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 7/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — JNB
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,444
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$727
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,657
From Iowa to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/265:26 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops32h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/29:15 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops26h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,444
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/192:12 pmDSM - JNB
1 stop22h 28mDelta
Thu 8/289:55 pmJNB - DSM
1 stop22h 32mDelta
Deal found 6/12$1,470
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 8/199:08 amDSM - JNB
2 stops25h 37mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/287:00 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops46h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,485
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/33:14 pmOMA - JNB
2 stops36h 21mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/185:55 pmJNB - OMA
2 stops37h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,535
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 12/12:50 pmOMA - CPT
1 stop20h 25mDelta
Fri 12/59:30 pmCPT - OMA
1 stop25h 40mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,639
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 12/19:05 amOMA - CPT
2 stops23h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/58:50 pmCPT - OMA
2 stops25h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,641
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/206:50 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/37:35 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,695
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/153:15 pmOMA - JNB
2 stops58h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/137:45 pmJNB - OMA
2 stops32h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,712
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 12/151:45 pmOMA - JNB
2 stops35h 45mLufthansa
Tue 1/1310:10 amJNB - OMA
2 stops43h 19mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$1,841
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sun 8/32:50 pmOMA - JNB
1 stop21h 50mDelta
Mon 8/189:55 pmJNB - OMA
1 stop23h 13mDelta
Deal found 6/9$1,858
This CheapTicketsDeal deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 CheapTicketsDeal is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/276:40 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops30h 50mAlaska Airlines
Sun 8/39:55 pmJNB - DSM
1 stop27h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,971
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/247:22 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops37h 48mQatar Airways
Thu 7/311:55 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops35h 47mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/9$1,972

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to South Africa 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to South Africa that are best for you.

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Iowa

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South Africa

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sat 7/26

5:26 pm-9:25 am

2 stops32h 59m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/2

9:15 pm-4:29 pm

2 stops26h 14m

$1,444

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Tue 8/19

2:12 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 28m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/28

9:55 pm-1:27 pm

1 stop22h 32m

$1,470

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Tue 8/19

9:08 am-5:45 pm

2 stops25h 37m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/28

7:00 pm-10:39 am

2 stops46h 39m

$1,485

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/3

3:14 pm-10:35 am

2 stops36h 21m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/18

5:55 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops37h 04m

$1,535

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 7/20

6:50 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops39h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

7:35 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops34h 25m

$1,695

OmahaCape Town

OMA - CPT

OMACPT

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 7/25

11:28 am-3:20 pm

2 stops44h 52m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/1

8:00 pm-10:33 am

2 stops45h 33m

$1,775

OmahaCape Town

OMA - CPT

OMACPT

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 7/25

6:40 am-9:25 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/1

8:05 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$1,796

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/3

2:50 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/18

9:55 pm-2:08 pm

1 stop23h 13m

$1,858

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 8/3

8:10 am-8:30 pm

3 stops29h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/18

7:00 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops34h 59m

$1,875

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 7/27

6:40 pm-8:30 am

2 stops30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

9:55 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$1,971

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to South Africa

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Iowa to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

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

Rainfall in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in South Africa by month

Plan your trip to South Africa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Qatar Airways from Iowa to South Africa have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to South Africa. 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 South Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $947. United Airlines flights start at $1,203 while deals on Delta start at $1,219 one-way.

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

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa to South Africa 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 South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Iowa to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 South Africa

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to South Africa. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,115Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,322Average$1,578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,410Average$1,883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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