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Cheap flights from Des Moines to South Africa from $808

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American Airlines Logo
6:09 pm - 9:25 amDSM-JNB
32h 16m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 5:35 pmJNB-DSM
29h 10m2 stops
$1,296American Airlines
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dom., sep. 21 - dom., sep. 28
American Airlines Logo
6:09 pm - 9:25 amDSM-JNB
32h 16m2 stops
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9:15 pm - 4:49 pmJNB-DSM
26h 34m2 stops
$1,300American Airlines
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dom., sep. 21 - dom., sep. 28
United Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 5:45 pmDSM-JNB
23h 10m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 5:24 pmJNB-DSM
29h 24m2 stops
$1,417United Airlines
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mié., sep. 17 - mié., sep. 24
United Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 5:45 pmDSM-JNB
23h 10m3 stops
United Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 8:29 pmJNB-DSM
30h 09m2 stops
$1,424United Airlines
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mar., ago. 19 - jue., ago. 28
Delta Logo
11:23 am - 7:40 pmDSM-JNB
25h 17m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:55 pm - 1:27 pmJNB-DSM
22h 32m1 stop
$1,470Delta
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mar., ago. 19 - jue., ago. 28
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5:12 pm - 7:40 pmDSM-JNB
19h 28m1 stop
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11:15 pm - 4:51 pmJNB-DSM
48h 36m2 stops
$1,471
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sáb., sep. 20 - sáb., sep. 27
Delta Logo
10:18 am - 7:40 pmDSM-JNB
26h 22m2 stops
Delta Logo
9:55 pm - 5:45 pmJNB-DSM
26h 50m1 stop
$1,474Delta
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mar., ago. 19 - jue., ago. 28
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2:05 pm - 7:40 pmDSM-JNB
22h 35m1 stop
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6:50 pm - 5:13 pmJNB-DSM
29h 23m2 stops
$1,475
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mié., sep. 17 - mié., sep. 24
Virgin Atlantic Logo
2:05 pm - 7:40 pmDSM-JNB
22h 35m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:55 pm - 4:22 pmJNB-DSM
25h 27m1 stop
$1,492Virgin Atlantic
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vie., sep. 19 - vie., sep. 26
Virgin Atlantic Logo
11:25 am - 7:40 pmDSM-JNB
25h 15m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:55 pm - 4:22 pmJNB-DSM
25h 27m1 stop
$1,505Virgin Atlantic
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vie., sep. 19 - vie., sep. 26

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to South Africa

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to South Africa flight tickets
United Airlines
Sep 17
DSM11:35 amDes Moines
23h 10m
2 stops
JNB5:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Sep 24
JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 24m
2 stops
DSM5:24 pmDes Moines
$1,417
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United Airlines
Aug 19
DSM11:35 amDes Moines
23h 10m
3 stops
JNB5:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Aug 28
JNB9:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
30h 09m
2 stops
DSM8:29 pmDes Moines
$1,424
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United Airlines
Sep 13
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
28h 45m
2 stops
JNB5:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Sep 19
JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
33h 45m
3 stops
DSM9:45 pmDes Moines
$1,430
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Virgin Atlantic flights from Des Moines to South Africa

Our best Virgin Atlantic deals on Des Moines to South Africa flight tickets
Virgin Atlantic
Sep 19
DSM2:05 pmDes Moines
22h 35m
1 stop
JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Sep 26
JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
25h 27m
1 stop
DSM4:22 pmDes Moines
$1,492
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Virgin Atlantic
Sep 19
DSM11:25 amDes Moines
25h 15m
1 stop
JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Sep 26
JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
25h 27m
1 stop
DSM4:22 pmDes Moines
$1,505
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Virgin Atlantic
Sep 21
DSM11:25 amDes Moines
25h 15m
1 stop
JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Sep 28
JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
26h 50m
1 stop
DSM5:45 pmDes Moines
$1,509
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated agosto 7, 2025.
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Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

dom. 9/21

6:09 pm-9:25 am

2 stops32h 16m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 9/28

7:25 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$1,296

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

dom. 9/21

6:09 pm-9:25 am

2 stops32h 16m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 9/28

9:15 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops26h 34m

$1,300

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

mié. 9/17

11:35 am-5:45 pm

2 stops23h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 9/24

7:00 pm-5:24 pm

2 stops29h 24m

$1,417

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

mar. 8/19

11:35 am-5:45 pm

3 stops23h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 8/28

9:20 pm-8:29 pm

2 stops30h 09m

$1,424

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

mar. 8/19

11:23 am-7:40 pm

1 stop25h 17m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 8/28

9:55 pm-1:27 pm

1 stop22h 32m

$1,470

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

sáb. 9/20

5:12 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop19h 28m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 9/27

11:15 pm-4:51 pm

2 stops48h 36m

$1,471

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

mar. 8/19

10:18 am-7:40 pm

2 stops26h 22m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 8/28

9:55 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$1,474

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

mié. 9/17

2:05 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 9/24

6:50 pm-5:13 pm

2 stops29h 23m

$1,475

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

vie. 9/19

2:05 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 9/26

9:55 pm-4:22 pm

1 stop25h 27m

$1,492

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

vie. 9/19

11:25 am-7:40 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 9/26

9:55 pm-4:22 pm

1 stop25h 27m

$1,505

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to South Africa. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,331. The month of November is another great option to travel to South Africa, with average flight prices from Des Moines averaging around $1,424.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,048. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to South Africa on Thursday is $1,697.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,347. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is at noon when prices are around $1,706.

Cheap Des Moines to South Africa flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Des Moines to South Africa

Best Price Found

$808

Fastest flight time

19h 28m

Direct flights

None

Airports in South Africa

1 airport
The best one-way flight to South Africa from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $808. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,296.
The fastest flight from Des Moines to South Africa takes 19h 28m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to South Africa. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Des Moines Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
There is 1 airport near South Africa: Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
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    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to South Africa.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your South 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 South 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 South Africa

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7.2
10,000 reviews
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7.4
8,917 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,410Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,985 reviews
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