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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Africa from $443

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11:23 am - 6:55 amDSM-RAK
12h 32m1 stop
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6:00 am - 5:03 pmRAK-DSM
18h 03m2 stops
$505Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11
Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:33 pm - 6:55 amDSM-RAK
29h 22m1 stop
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8:55 am - 5:47 pmRAK-DSM
15h 52m1 stop
$526Virgin Atlantic
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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
Delta Logo
4:59 pm - 6:55 amDSM-RAK
30h 56m2 stops
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8:55 am - 9:40 amRAK-DSM
31h 45m2 stops
$540Delta
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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
Delta Logo
5:34 am - 6:55 amDSM-RAK
18h 21m1 stop
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6:00 am - 5:03 pmRAK-DSM
18h 03m2 stops
$546Delta
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Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11
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6:50 pm - 12:10 amDSM-TUN
22h 20m2 stops
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12:20 pm - 9:37 pmTUN-DSM
16h 17m2 stops
$566Lufthansa
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Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11
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6:50 pm - 12:10 amDSM-TUN
22h 20m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
12:20 pm - 9:37 pmTUN-DSM
16h 17m2 stops
$567Lufthansa
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Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11
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11:42 am - 11:05 pmDSM-CAI
27h 23m2 stops
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7:35 pm - 9:56 pmCAI-DSM
34h 21m2 stops
$986Qatar Airways
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Tue, Jan 6 - Fri, Feb 20
Qatar Airways Logo
11:42 am - 11:05 pmDSM-CAI
27h 23m2 stops
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1:20 am - 11:03 amCAI-DSM
41h 43m2 stops
$992Qatar Airways
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Tue, Jan 6 - Thu, Feb 19
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3:17 pm - 10:00 pmDSM-NBO
45h 43m2 stops
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11:55 pm - 10:29 pmNBO-DSM
31h 34m2 stops
$1,224United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 10:00 pmDSM-NBO
29h 00m2 stops
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11:55 pm - 9:50 pmNBO-DSM
30h 55m2 stops
$1,268United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 6 - Wed, Jan 14

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Africa

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American Airlines
Mar 5
DSM5:59 pmDes Moines
32h 26m
2 stops
JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 9
JNB7:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
33h 18m
2 stops
DSM9:53 pmDes Moines
$1,237
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American Airlines
Dec 2
DSM3:18 pmDes Moines
32h 17m
2 stops
JNB7:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Dec 9
JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
32h 29m
2 stops
DSM10:29 pmDes Moines
$1,240
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American Airlines
Dec 3
DSM5:05 pmDes Moines
33h 20m
2 stops
JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Dec 10
JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
32h 29m
2 stops
DSM10:29 pmDes Moines
$1,311
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Virgin Atlantic flights from Des Moines to Africa

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Virgin Atlantic
Dec 3
DSM6:33 pmDes Moines
29h 22m
1 stop
RAK6:55 amMarrakech Menara
Dec 10
RAK8:55 amMarrakech Menara
15h 52m
1 stop
DSM5:47 pmDes Moines
$526
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Virgin Atlantic
Dec 3
DSM11:23 amDes Moines
16h 02m
1 stop
ACC9:25 amAccra Kotoka
Dec 10
ACC11:35 amAccra Kotoka
16h 59m
1 stop
DSM10:34 pmDes Moines
$1,245
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Virgin Atlantic
Dec 3
DSM11:23 amDes Moines
16h 02m
1 stop
ACC9:25 amAccra Kotoka
Dec 10
ACC11:35 amAccra Kotoka
16h 59m
1 stop
DSM10:34 pmDes Moines
$1,248
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated October 22, 2025.
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Des MoinesMarrakech

DSM - RAK

DSMRAK

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

11:23 am-6:55 am

1 stop12h 32m

Marrakech Menara

Thu 12/11

6:00 am-5:03 pm

2 stops18h 03m

$505

Des MoinesMarrakech

DSM - RAK

DSMRAK

Des Moines

Wed 12/3

6:33 pm-6:55 am

1 stop29h 22m

Marrakech Menara

Wed 12/10

8:55 am-5:47 pm

1 stop15h 52m

$526

Des MoinesMarrakech

DSM - RAK

DSMRAK

Des Moines

Wed 12/3

4:59 pm-6:55 am

2 stops30h 56m

Marrakech Menara

Wed 12/10

8:55 am-9:40 am

2 stops31h 45m

$540

Des MoinesMarrakech

DSM - RAK

DSMRAK

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

5:34 am-6:55 am

1 stop18h 21m

Marrakech Menara

Thu 12/11

6:00 am-5:03 pm

2 stops18h 03m

$546

Des MoinesTunis

DSM - TUN

DSMTUN

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

6:50 pm-12:10 am

2 stops22h 20m

Tunis Carthage

Thu 12/11

12:20 pm-9:37 pm

2 stops16h 17m

$566

Des MoinesTunis

DSM - TUN

DSMTUN

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

6:50 pm-12:10 am

2 stops22h 20m

Tunis Carthage

Thu 12/11

12:20 pm-9:37 pm

2 stops16h 17m

$567

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

11:42 am-11:05 pm

2 stops27h 23m

Cairo

Fri 2/20

7:35 pm-9:56 pm

2 stops34h 21m

$986

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Tue 1/6

11:42 am-11:05 pm

2 stops27h 23m

Cairo

Thu 2/19

1:20 am-11:03 am

2 stops41h 43m

$992

Des MoinesNairobi

DSM - NBO

DSMNBO

Des Moines

Thu 12/4

3:17 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops45h 43m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 12/11

11:55 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops31h 34m

$1,224

Des MoinesNairobi

DSM - NBO

DSMNBO

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

8:00 am-10:00 pm

2 stops29h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 1/14

11:55 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops30h 55m

$1,268

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to Africa

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to Africa from Des Moines is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,062, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Africa in September, then you should wait until March to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,140.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Africa?

The cheapest day to depart from Des Moines to Africa is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,149. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Africa on Saturday is $1,367.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Africa?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Africa is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,200. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Africa, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,221 per ticket.

Can stopping save me money on Des Moines to Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 58% on your flight if you consider stops on a Des Moines to Africa flight.

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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Africa?

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Africa?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Africa.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Africa?

    The required travel and health documents for your Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Africa

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DeltaPriceFrom $587Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,978 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $701Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,404 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $917Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,653 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $938Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,477 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $994Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,988 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $1,043Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,507 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,114Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,466 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,233Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,028 reviews
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IberiaPriceFrom $1,282Free CancellationRating
7.0
2,996 reviews
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Can I find flights from Des Moines to Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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