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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg from $1,235

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American Airlines Logo
11:26 am - 10:25 amDSM-JNB
38h 59m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 6:02 pmJNB-DSM
27h 02m2 stops
$1,235American Airlines
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Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
Qatar Airways Logo
5:52 pm - 4:10 pmDSM-JNB
39h 18m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 4:14 pmJNB-DSM
33h 19m2 stops
$1,447Qatar Airways
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Sun, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 12
American Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 7:00 amDSM-JNB
29h 40m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
9:15 pm - 6:04 pmJNB-DSM
27h 49m2 stops
$1,510American Airlines
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Sun, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 12
British Airways Logo
5:01 pm - 10:25 amDSM-JNB
33h 24m2 stops
British Airways Logo
10:00 pm - 6:11 pmJNB-DSM
28h 11m2 stops
$1,583British Airways
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Tue, Dec 16 - Tue, Dec 23
Delta Logo
11:28 am - 7:00 pmDSM-JNB
23h 32m1 stop
Delta Logo
7:20 pm - 9:27 pmJNB-DSM
33h 07m2 stops
$1,633Delta
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Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
British Airways Logo
5:01 pm - 7:35 amDSM-JNB
30h 34m2 stops
British Airways Logo
7:35 pm - 11:35 pmJNB-DSM
36h 00m2 stops
$1,656British Airways
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Wed, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 24
Delta Logo
11:04 am - 7:40 pmDSM-JNB
25h 36m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:15 pm - 9:17 pmJNB-DSM
29h 02m2 stops
$1,733Delta
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Sun, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 12
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 7:40 pmDSM-JNB
19h 25m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:55 pm - 10:24 pmJNB-DSM
31h 29m1 stop
$1,797Delta
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Sun, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 12
Air Canada Logo
11:30 am - 8:35 amDSM-JNB
38h 05m3 stops
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7:30 pm - 9:36 pmJNB-DSM
33h 06m3 stops
$2,131Air Canada
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Sun, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 12
Air Canada Logo
11:35 am - 9:30 amDSM-JNB
37h 55m3 stops
Air Canada Logo
7:45 pm - 9:40 pmJNB-DSM
33h 55m3 stops
$3,997Air Canada
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Wed, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 24

Qatar Airways flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Apr 5
DSM5:52 pmDes Moines
39h 18m
2 stops
JNB4:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 12
JNB1:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
33h 19m
2 stops
DSM4:14 pmDes Moines
$1,447
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Qatar Airways
Nov 5
DSM2:19 pmDes Moines
29h 36m
2 stops
JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Nov 7
JNB1:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
33h 11m
2 stops
DSM2:56 pmDes Moines
$1,912
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Delta flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Delta
Mar 5
DSM11:28 amDes Moines
23h 32m
1 stop
JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 9
JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
33h 07m
2 stops
DSM9:27 pmDes Moines
$1,633
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Delta
Apr 5
DSM11:04 amDes Moines
25h 36m
1 stop
JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 12
JNB11:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 02m
2 stops
DSM9:17 pmDes Moines
$1,733
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Delta
Apr 5
DSM5:15 pmDes Moines
19h 25m
1 stop
JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 12
JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
31h 29m
1 stop
DSM10:24 pmDes Moines
$1,797
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Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Thu 3/5

11:26 am-10:25 am

2 stops38h 59m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/9

10:00 pm-6:02 pm

2 stops27h 02m

$1,235

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

5:52 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops39h 18m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/12

1:55 pm-4:14 pm

2 stops33h 19m

$1,447

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

6:20 pm-7:00 am

2 stops29h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/12

9:15 pm-6:04 pm

2 stops27h 49m

$1,510

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Tue 12/16

5:01 pm-10:25 am

2 stops33h 24m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/23

10:00 pm-6:11 pm

2 stops28h 11m

$1,583

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Thu 3/5

11:28 am-7:00 pm

1 stop23h 32m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/9

7:20 pm-9:27 pm

2 stops33h 07m

$1,633

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 12/17

5:01 pm-7:35 am

2 stops30h 34m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/24

7:35 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$1,656

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

11:04 am-7:40 pm

1 stop25h 36m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/12

11:15 pm-9:17 pm

2 stops29h 02m

$1,733

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

5:15 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/12

9:55 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop31h 29m

$1,797

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

11:30 am-8:35 am

3 stops38h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/12

7:30 pm-9:36 pm

3 stops33h 06m

$2,131

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 12/17

11:35 am-9:30 am

3 stops37h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/24

7:45 pm-9:40 pm

3 stops33h 55m

$3,997

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Des Moines, with most prices found around $1,331. The month of November is another great option to travel to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with average flight prices from Des Moines averaging around $1,405.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Des Moines. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $1,048. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from Des Moines because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,697.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is in the afternoon. Flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during this time can be as low as $1,347. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,706 per ticket.

Can stopping save me money on Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight.

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  • How far is Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo by plane?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo is 8996.9 mi away from Des Moines. 19h 25m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,322Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,997 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,410Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,002 reviews
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