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

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Virgin Atlantic 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 March 2026, there are 2 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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2:16 pm - 8:50 am

DSM

JNB

35h 34m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 11:49 pm

JNB

DSM

40h 04m

2 stops

$1,207Qatar Airways

Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 8

12:00 pm - 8:50 am

DSM

JNB

37h 50m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 7:32 pm

JNB

DSM

35h 47m

2 stops

$1,211Qatar Airways

Tue, May 5 - Tue, Jun 2

1:52 pm - 8:15 am

DSM

JNB

59h 23m

2 stops

9:45 am - 1:46 pm

JNB

DSM

35h 01m

2 stops

$1,253Etihad Airways

Sun, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 12

1:52 pm - 8:15 am

DSM

JNB

59h 23m

2 stops

9:45 am - 4:31 pm

JNB

DSM

37h 46m

2 stops

$1,265Etihad Airways

Sun, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 12

9:38 am - 8:20 am

DSM

JNB

39h 42m

2 stops

9:50 am - 5:39 pm

JNB

DSM

38h 49m

2 stops

$1,285Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 20

2:36 pm - 8:20 am

DSM

JNB

34h 44m

2 stops

9:50 am - 5:39 pm

JNB

DSM

38h 49m

2 stops

$1,286Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 20

5:05 pm - 1:05 pm

OMA

JNB

37h 00m

2 stops

8:20 am - 2:20 pm

JNB

OMA

37h 00m

3 stops

$1,444Ethiopian Air

Sat, Apr 11 - Sat, Apr 18

7:00 pm - 1:05 pm

OMA

JNB

35h 05m

2 stops

2:30 pm - 2:16 pm

JNB

OMA

30h 46m

3 stops

$1,544Ethiopian Air

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21

5:24 pm - 3:20 pm

OMA

CPT

38h 56m

3 stops

8:00 pm - 12:16 pm

CPT

OMA

23h 16m

2 stops

$1,610United Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Fri, Sep 25

10:35 am - 6:30 pm

MLI

JNB

24h 55m

2 stops

7:00 pm - 5:06 pm

JNB

MLI

29h 06m

2 stops

$1,775United Airlines

Fri, Apr 24 - Tue, Apr 28

Qatar Airways flights from Iowa to South Africa

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

Qatar Airways

May 1

DSM2:16 pmDes Moines

35h 34m

2 stops

JNB8:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 8

JNB2:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

40h 04m

2 stops

DSM11:49 pmDes Moines

$1,207

Qatar Airways

May 5

DSM12:00 pmDes Moines

37h 50m

2 stops

JNB8:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 2

JNB2:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 47m

2 stops

DSM7:32 pmDes Moines

$1,211

Qatar Airways

May 1

DSM12:00 pmDes Moines

37h 50m

2 stops

JNB8:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

May 8

JNB2:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

40h 04m

2 stops

DSM11:49 pmDes Moines

$1,232

Etihad Airways flights from Iowa to South Africa

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

Etihad Airways

Apr 5

DSM1:52 pmDes Moines

59h 23m

2 stops

JNB8:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 12

JNB9:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 01m

2 stops

DSM1:46 pmDes Moines

$1,253

Etihad Airways

Apr 5

DSM1:52 pmDes Moines

59h 23m

2 stops

JNB8:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 12

JNB9:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

37h 46m

2 stops

DSM4:31 pmDes Moines

$1,265

Etihad Airways

Apr 5

DSM1:52 pmDes Moines

59h 23m

2 stops

JNB8:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 12

JNB9:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

37h 46m

2 stops

DSM4:31 pmDes Moines

$1,266

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Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Fri 5/1

2:16 pm-8:50 am

2 stops35h 34m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/8

2:45 pm-11:49 pm

2 stops40h 04m

$1,207

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

12:00 pm-8:50 am

2 stops37h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/2

2:45 pm-7:32 pm

2 stops35h 47m

$1,211

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

1:52 pm-8:15 am

2 stops59h 23m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/12

9:45 am-1:46 pm

2 stops35h 01m

$1,253

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

1:52 pm-8:15 am

2 stops59h 23m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/12

9:45 am-4:31 pm

2 stops37h 46m

$1,265

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Fri 9/11

9:38 am-8:20 am

2 stops39h 42m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/20

9:50 am-5:39 pm

2 stops38h 49m

$1,285

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Fri 9/11

2:36 pm-8:20 am

2 stops34h 44m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/20

9:50 am-5:39 pm

2 stops38h 49m

$1,286

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 4/11

5:05 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops37h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/18

8:20 am-2:20 pm

3 stops37h 00m

$1,444

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 4/14

7:00 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/21

2:30 pm-2:16 pm

3 stops30h 46m

$1,544

OmahaCape Town

OMA - CPT

OMACPT

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 9/4

5:24 pm-3:20 pm

3 stops38h 56m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/25

8:00 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops23h 16m

$1,610

Quickest round-trip

MolineJohannesburg

MLI - JNB

MLIJNB

Moline Quad-City

Fri 4/24

10:35 am-6:30 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/28

7:00 pm-5:06 pm

2 stops29h 06m

$1,775

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Fastest flight time	20h 59m
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The fastest flight from Iowa to South Africa takes 20h 59m

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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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 March 2026, there are 2 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
Delta	PriceFrom $1,410	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,288 reviews		Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,645	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,431 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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