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

United Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Delta 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 40% 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 October 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.

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6:49 am - 8:25 amDSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 36m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 am - 3:41 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

36h 51m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

$1,336Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 16

5:00 am - 7:25 amCID Cedar Rapids-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

42h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

11:00 am - 7:58 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CID Cedar Rapids

40h 58m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,448Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23

7:14 am - 10:30 amDSM Des Moines-CPT Cape Town Intl

43h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 pm - 7:02 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-DSM Des Moines

37h 27m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,468Qatar Airways

Tue, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 16

9:45 am - 10:30 amDSM Des Moines-CPT Cape Town Intl

40h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 pm - 7:02 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-DSM Des Moines

37h 27m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,477Qatar Airways

Wed, Feb 24 - Mon, Mar 15

9:45 am - 10:30 amDSM Des Moines-CPT Cape Town Intl

40h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 pm - 7:02 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-DSM Des Moines

37h 27m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,477Qatar Airways

Tue, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 15

10:08 am - 7:25 amCID Cedar Rapids-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 17m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

11:00 am - 10:18 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CID Cedar Rapids

42h 18m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,548Multiple Airlines

Sun, Feb 28 - Fri, Mar 19

10:15 am - 10:00 pmDSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 45m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol

9:20 pm - 4:27 pmJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

26h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,840Delta

Wed, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 16

6:43 pm - 7:10 pmDSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

40h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:20 pm - 10:18 amJNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

20h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,841Delta

Sun, Dec 27 - Tue, Jan 19

6:00 am - 4:10 pmCID Cedar Rapids-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8:50 pm - 2:28 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-CID Cedar Rapids

25h 38m2 stops Newark Denver Intl

$2,080United Airlines

Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7

11:10 am - 4:10 pmCID Cedar Rapids-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8:50 pm - 2:48 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-CID Cedar Rapids

24h 58m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Harrisburg Chicago O'Hare Intl

$8,970United Airlines

Mon, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 19

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Ethiopian Air flights from Iowa to South Africa

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Ethiopian Air

Feb 28

CID6:15 amCedar Rapids

23h 15m

2 stops

JNB1:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 19

JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 22m

3 stops

CID11:52 amCedar Rapids

$1,681

Ethiopian Air

Mar 3

DSM6:15 amDes Moines

29h 55m

2 stops

JNB8:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 16

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

34h 52m

3 stops

DSM12:12 pmDes Moines

$1,900

Ethiopian Air

Dec 27

DSM5:00 amDes Moines

24h 30m

2 stops

JNB1:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 19

JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

33h 21m

3 stops

DSM3:51 pmDes Moines

$2,207

Qatar Airways flights from Iowa to South Africa

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Iowa to South Africa flight tickets

Qatar Airways

Feb 23

DSM7:14 amDes Moines

43h 16m

2 stops

CPT10:30 amCape Town Intl

Mar 16

CPT12:35 pmCape Town Intl

37h 27m

2 stops

DSM7:02 pmDes Moines

$1,468

Qatar Airways

Feb 22

DSM2:03 pmDes Moines

36h 27m

2 stops

CPT10:30 amCape Town Intl

Mar 16

CPT12:35 pmCape Town Intl

37h 27m

2 stops

DSM7:02 pmDes Moines

$1,477

Qatar Airways

Nov 30

DSM9:31 amDes Moines

47h 54m

2 stops

CPT5:25 pmCape Town Intl

Dec 7

CPT12:35 pmCape Town Intl

38h 26m

2 stops

DSM7:01 pmDes Moines

$1,501

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Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM Des Moines - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 3/3

6:49 am-8:25 am

2 stops41h 36m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/16

9:50 am-3:41 pm

2 stops36h 51m

$1,336

Cedar RapidsJohannesburg

CID Cedar Rapids - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CIDJNB

Cedar Rapids

Mon 11/16

5:00 am-7:25 am

2 stops42h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/23

11:00 am-7:58 pm

2 stops40h 58m

$1,448

Des MoinesCape Town

DSM Des Moines - CPT Cape Town Intl

DSMCPT

Des Moines

Tue 2/23

7:14 am-10:30 am

2 stops43h 16m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/16

12:35 pm-7:02 pm

2 stops37h 27m

$1,468

Des MoinesCape Town

DSM Des Moines - CPT Cape Town Intl

DSMCPT

Des Moines

Wed 2/24

9:45 am-10:30 am

2 stops40h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/15

12:35 pm-7:02 pm

2 stops37h 27m

$1,477

Des MoinesCape Town

DSM Des Moines - CPT Cape Town Intl

DSMCPT

Des Moines

Tue 2/23

9:45 am-10:30 am

2 stops40h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/15

12:35 pm-7:02 pm

2 stops37h 27m

$1,477

Cedar RapidsJohannesburg

CID Cedar Rapids - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

CIDJNB

Cedar Rapids

Sun 2/28

10:08 am-7:25 am

2 stops37h 17m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/19

11:00 am-10:18 pm

2 stops42h 18m

$1,548

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM Des Moines - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 3/3

10:15 am-10:00 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/16

9:20 pm-4:27 pm

1 stop26h 07m

$1,840

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM Des Moines - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 12/27

6:43 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop40h 27m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/19

9:20 pm-10:18 am

1 stop20h 58m

$1,841

Cedar RapidsCape Town

CID Cedar Rapids - CPT Cape Town Intl

CIDCPT

Cedar Rapids

Mon 11/30

6:00 am-4:10 pm

2 stops26h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/7

8:50 pm-2:28 pm

2 stops25h 38m

$2,080

Quickest round-trip

Cedar RapidsCape Town

CID Cedar Rapids - CPT Cape Town Intl

CIDCPT

Cedar Rapids

Mon 3/1

11:10 am-4:10 pm

2 stops21h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/19

8:50 pm-2:48 pm

3 stops24h 58m

$8,970

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Best Price Found	$805
Fastest flight time	24h 30m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Iowa in the past 72 hours is $805. The best round-trip flight deal from Iowa to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,336.

The fastest flight from Iowa to South Africa takes 24h 30m

There are no direct flights from Iowa to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Iowa to South Africa.

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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 October 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Iowa to South Africa with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,527	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,712 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,591	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,650 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,645	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,387 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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