What is the cheapest airline that flies from Iowa to South Africa?

Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to South Africa

What airlines fly to South Africa?

Delta, United Airlines and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Iowa according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Iowa to South Africa refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to South Africa?

As of June 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to South Africa?

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 Iowa to South Africa.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$748 Cheap Flights from Iowa to South Africa in 2026

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5:31 pm - 7:40 pm

OMA

JNB

19h 09m

1 stop

4:40 pm - 6:59 pm

JNB

OMA

33h 19m

2 stops

$971Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 18

5:31 pm - 7:40 pm

OMA

JNB

19h 09m

1 stop

9:55 pm - 6:59 pm

JNB

OMA

28h 04m

1 stop

$1,117Virgin Atlantic

Wed, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 18

4:05 pm - 8:20 am

MLI

JNB

57h 15m

2 stops

9:45 am - 9:13 pm

JNB

MLI

42h 28m

2 stops

$1,484Etihad Airways

Fri, Aug 7 - Thu, Aug 27

4:05 pm - 8:20 am

MLI

JNB

57h 15m

2 stops

9:45 am - 9:13 pm

JNB

MLI

42h 28m

2 stops

$1,567Etihad Airways

Fri, Aug 7 - Thu, Aug 27

2:13 pm - 9:10 am

OMA

JNB

35h 57m

2 stops

2:05 pm - 7:51 pm

JNB

OMA

36h 46m

2 stops

$1,613Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 17

9:52 am - 9:10 am

OMA

JNB

40h 18m

2 stops

2:05 pm - 1:33 pm

JNB

OMA

30h 28m

2 stops

$1,615Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 18

3:22 pm - 1:25 pm

DSM

JNB

39h 03m

2 stops

2:30 pm - 9:28 pm

JNB

DSM

37h 58m

3 stops

$1,730Ethiopian Air

Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 20

10:23 am - 9:25 pm

OMA

CPT

28h 02m

2 stops

11:15 pm - 11:59 pm

CPT

OMA

31h 44m

2 stops

$1,758KLM

Tue, Jul 28 - Tue, Aug 11

10:23 am - 9:25 pm

OMA

CPT

28h 02m

2 stops

11:15 pm - 11:59 pm

CPT

OMA

31h 44m

2 stops

$1,759KLM

Tue, Jul 28 - Tue, Aug 11

3:22 pm - 1:25 pm

DSM

JNB

39h 03m

2 stops

2:30 pm - 9:28 pm

JNB

DSM

37h 58m

3 stops

$1,803Ethiopian Air

Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 20

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SWISS flights from Iowa to South Africa

Our best SWISS deals on Iowa to South Africa flight tickets

SWISS

Aug 9

OMA3:13 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

35h 07m

2 stops

JNB9:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 16

JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 17m

2 stops

OMA7:37 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,855

SWISS

Aug 9

OMA3:13 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

35h 07m

2 stops

JNB9:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 16

JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 17m

2 stops

OMA7:37 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,860

SWISS

Jul 22

OMA3:13 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

35h 07m

2 stops

JNB9:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jul 29

JNB7:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 08m

2 stops

OMA5:28 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$2,034

Lufthansa flights from Iowa to South Africa

Our best Lufthansa deals on Iowa to South Africa flight tickets

Lufthansa

Aug 1

OMA6:40 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

54h 55m

2 stops

JNB8:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 8

JNB8:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

39h 43m

2 stops

OMA5:28 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,958

Lufthansa

Aug 27

OMA1:55 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

33h 45m

2 stops

JNB6:40 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Sep 2

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

32h 04m

2 stops

OMA8:04 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,960

Lufthansa

Aug 1

OMA1:48 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

35h 47m

2 stops

JNB8:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Aug 8

JNB8:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

40h 34m

2 stops

OMA6:19 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,961

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OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 9/9

5:31 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop19h 09m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/18

4:40 pm-6:59 pm

2 stops33h 19m

$971

Quickest round-trip

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 9/9

5:31 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop19h 09m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/18

9:55 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop28h 04m

$1,117

MolineJohannesburg

MLI - JNB

MLIJNB

Moline Quad-City

Fri 8/7

4:05 pm-8:20 am

2 stops57h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/27

9:45 am-9:13 pm

2 stops42h 28m

$1,484

MolineJohannesburg

MLI - JNB

MLIJNB

Moline Quad-City

Fri 8/7

4:05 pm-8:20 am

2 stops57h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/27

9:45 am-9:13 pm

2 stops42h 28m

$1,567

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 9/9

2:13 pm-9:10 am

2 stops35h 57m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/17

2:05 pm-7:51 pm

2 stops36h 46m

$1,613

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 9/9

9:52 am-9:10 am

2 stops40h 18m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/18

2:05 pm-1:33 pm

2 stops30h 28m

$1,615

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Fri 9/11

3:22 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops39h 03m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/20

2:30 pm-9:28 pm

3 stops37h 58m

$1,730

OmahaCape Town

OMA - CPT

OMACPT

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 7/28

10:23 am-9:25 pm

2 stops28h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/11

11:15 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops31h 44m

$1,758

OmahaCape Town

OMA - CPT

OMACPT

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 7/28

10:23 am-9:25 pm

2 stops28h 02m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/11

11:15 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops31h 44m

$1,759

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Fri 9/11

3:22 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops39h 03m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/20

2:30 pm-9:28 pm

3 stops37h 58m

$1,803

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Fastest flight time	22h 33m
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The fastest flight from Iowa to South Africa takes 22h 33m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Iowa to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Iowa to South Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to South Africa?
As of June 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to South Africa?
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 Iowa to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa 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 South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Iowa to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,527	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,736 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,591	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,450 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,645	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,896 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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