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

American Airlines, Lufthansa, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating 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 October 2025, 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.

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6:08 pm - 10:25 amOMA-JNB

32h 17m2 stops

10:00 pm - 10:41 pmJNB-OMA

31h 41m2 stops

$1,163American Airlines

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Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9

1:47 pm - 10:25 amOMA-JNB

36h 38m2 stops

10:00 pm - 8:21 pmJNB-OMA

29h 21m2 stops

$1,164American Airlines

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Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9

5:40 pm - 8:40 amOMA-JNB

31h 00m2 stops

8:20 pm - 6:20 pmJNB-OMA

30h 00m2 stops

$1,202Qatar Airways

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Tue, Feb 10 - Thu, Feb 19

9:30 am - 8:40 amOMA-JNB

40h 10m2 stops

9:25 am - 2:53 pmJNB-OMA

36h 28m2 stops

$1,206Qatar Airways

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Sun, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 31

10:50 am - 7:00 pmDSM-JNB

25h 10m1 stop

7:40 pm - 10:30 pmJNB-DSM

34h 50m2 stops

$1,483Delta

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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6

7:00 am - 7:00 pmOMA-JNB

28h 00m1 stop

9:55 pm - 5:51 pmJNB-OMA

27h 56m1 stop

$1,491Delta

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Mon, Feb 16 - Wed, Feb 25

8:40 am - 11:15 pmDSM-JNB

30h 35m3 stops

1:45 pm - 11:41 pmJNB-DSM

41h 56m2 stops

$1,493Multiple Airlines

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Fri, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 21

8:40 am - 11:15 pmDSM-JNB

30h 35m3 stops

8:20 pm - 11:41 pmJNB-DSM

35h 21m2 stops

$1,494Multiple Airlines

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Fri, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 21

1:00 pm - 6:35 pmMLI-JNB

21h 35m2 stops

10:00 pm - 9:17 pmJNB-MLI

31h 17m2 stops

$1,526United Airlines

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Fri, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 21

8:02 am - 6:35 pmDSM-JNB

26h 33m2 stops

10:00 pm - 9:32 pmJNB-DSM

31h 32m2 stops

$1,526United Airlines

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Fri, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 21

American Airlines flights from Iowa to South Africa

Our best American Airlines deals on Iowa to South Africa flight tickets

American Airlines

Mar 5

OMA6:08 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

32h 17m

2 stops

JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 9

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 41m

2 stops

OMA10:41 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,163

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American Airlines

Mar 5

OMA1:47 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

36h 38m

2 stops

JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 9

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

29h 21m

2 stops

OMA8:21 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,164

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American Airlines

Mar 5

MLI11:16 amMoline Quad-City

36h 19m

2 stops

JNB7:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 9

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 31m

2 stops

MLI9:31 pmMoline Quad-City

$1,216

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Delta flights from Iowa to South Africa

Our best Delta deals on Iowa to South Africa flight tickets

Delta

Oct 30

DSM10:50 amDes Moines

25h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 6

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

34h 50m

2 stops

DSM10:30 pmDes Moines

$1,483

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Delta

Feb 16

OMA7:00 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

28h 00m

1 stop

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 25

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 56m

1 stop

OMA5:51 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,491

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Delta

Feb 16

OMA6:15 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

28h 45m

2 stops

JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 25

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

27h 56m

1 stop

OMA5:51 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$1,496

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OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 3/5

6:08 pm-10:25 am

2 stops32h 17m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/9

10:00 pm-10:41 pm

2 stops31h 41m

$1,163

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 3/5

1:47 pm-10:25 am

2 stops36h 38m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/9

10:00 pm-8:21 pm

2 stops29h 21m

$1,164

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 2/10

5:40 pm-8:40 am

2 stops31h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/19

8:20 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops30h 00m

$1,202

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 10/26

9:30 am-8:40 am

2 stops40h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/31

9:25 am-2:53 pm

2 stops36h 28m

$1,206

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Thu 10/30

10:50 am-7:00 pm

1 stop25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

7:40 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops34h 50m

$1,483

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 2/16

7:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop28h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/25

9:55 pm-5:51 pm

1 stop27h 56m

$1,491

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Fri 11/14

8:40 am-11:15 pm

3 stops30h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/21

1:45 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops41h 56m

$1,493

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Fri 11/14

8:40 am-11:15 pm

3 stops30h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/21

8:20 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops35h 21m

$1,494

MolineJohannesburg

MLI - JNB

MLIJNB

Moline Quad-City

Fri 11/14

1:00 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops21h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/21

10:00 pm-9:17 pm

2 stops31h 17m

$1,526

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Fri 11/14

8:02 am-6:35 pm

2 stops26h 33m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/21

10:00 pm-9:32 pm

2 stops31h 32m

$1,526

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Iowa to South 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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Iowa 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 Iowa averaging around $1,415.

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.

Can stopping save me money on Iowa to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 27% on your flight if you consider stops on a Iowa to South Africa flight.

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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 October 2025, 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
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,322	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,933 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,410	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,962 reviews		Search Delta flights

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