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

Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, and Delta 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 January 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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5:17 pm - 10:25 am

OMA

JNB

33h 08m

2 stops

10:00 pm - 10:46 pm

JNB

OMA

31h 46m

2 stops

$1,074American Airlines

Sat, Mar 7 - Sun, Mar 15

5:40 pm - 10:25 am

OMA

JNB

32h 45m

2 stops

10:00 pm - 10:56 pm

JNB

OMA

32h 56m

2 stops

$1,155American Airlines

Fri, Jan 23 - Sun, Jan 25

1:38 pm - 10:25 am

DSM

JNB

36h 47m

2 stops

10:00 pm - 6:00 pm

JNB

DSM

28h 00m

2 stops

$1,186American Airlines

Sat, Feb 28 - Sat, Mar 7

11:17 am - 10:25 am

DSM

JNB

39h 08m

2 stops

10:00 pm - 6:19 pm

JNB

DSM

28h 19m

2 stops

$1,202British Airways

Fri, Feb 27 - Fri, Mar 6

7:27 pm - 3:55 am

DSM

JNB

48h 28m

2 stops

1:45 pm - 11:48 pm

JNB

DSM

42h 03m

2 stops

$1,311Qatar Airways

Fri, Feb 27 - Fri, Mar 6

1:38 pm - 10:25 am

DSM

JNB

36h 47m

2 stops

10:00 pm - 6:00 pm

JNB

DSM

28h 00m

2 stops

$1,323British Airways

Sat, Feb 28 - Sat, Mar 7

7:27 pm - 9:00 am

DSM

JNB

30h 33m

2 stops

8:55 pm - 12:11 am

JNB

DSM

34h 16m

2 stops

$1,324Qatar Airways

Sun, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 12

3:00 pm - 12:10 pm

OMA

CPT

38h 10m

2 stops

6:50 pm - 4:22 pm

CPT

OMA

28h 32m

2 stops

$1,368Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 18 - Tue, May 19

6:09 pm - 7:15 pm

OMA

CPT

18h 06m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 9:58 am

CPT

OMA

20h 53m

1 stop

$1,544Delta

Mon, Mar 9 - Tue, May 12

11:32 am - 7:15 pm

OMA

CPT

24h 43m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 11:55 pm

CPT

OMA

34h 50m

1 stop

$1,550Delta

Wed, Mar 18 - Tue, May 19

British Airways flights from Iowa to South Africa

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

British Airways

Feb 27

DSM11:17 amDes Moines

39h 08m

2 stops

JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 6

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 19m

2 stops

DSM6:19 pmDes Moines

$1,202

British Airways

Feb 28

DSM1:38 pmDes Moines

36h 47m

2 stops

JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 7

JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 00m

2 stops

DSM6:00 pmDes Moines

$1,323

British Airways

Feb 28

DSM1:38 pmDes Moines

36h 47m

2 stops

JNB10:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 7

JNB7:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

33h 59m

2 stops

DSM9:34 pmDes Moines

$1,358

Air Canada flights from Iowa to South Africa

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Air Canada

Feb 26

DSM11:30 amDes Moines

38h 00m

3 stops

JNB9:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 5

JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

46h 13m

3 stops

DSM10:28 amDes Moines

$1,646

Air Canada

Feb 27

DSM11:30 amDes Moines

38h 00m

3 stops

JNB9:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 6

JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

45h 15m

3 stops

DSM9:30 amDes Moines

$1,768

Air Canada

Feb 27

DSM11:30 amDes Moines

38h 00m

3 stops

JNB9:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Mar 6

JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

45h 15m

3 stops

DSM9:30 amDes Moines

$1,773

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Return

Price

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 3/7

5:17 pm-10:25 am

2 stops33h 08m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/15

10:00 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops31h 46m

$1,074

OmahaJohannesburg

OMA - JNB

OMAJNB

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 1/23

5:40 pm-10:25 am

2 stops32h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/25

10:00 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops32h 56m

$1,155

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

1:38 pm-10:25 am

2 stops36h 47m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/7

10:00 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops28h 00m

$1,186

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Fri 2/27

11:17 am-10:25 am

2 stops39h 08m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/6

10:00 pm-6:19 pm

2 stops28h 19m

$1,202

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Fri 2/27

7:27 pm-3:55 am

2 stops48h 28m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/6

1:45 pm-11:48 pm

2 stops42h 03m

$1,311

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

1:38 pm-10:25 am

2 stops36h 47m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/7

10:00 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops28h 00m

$1,323

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

7:27 pm-9:00 am

2 stops30h 33m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/12

8:55 pm-12:11 am

2 stops34h 16m

$1,324

OmahaCape Town

OMA - CPT

OMACPT

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 3/18

3:00 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops38h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/19

6:50 pm-4:22 pm

2 stops28h 32m

$1,368

OmahaCape Town

OMA - CPT

OMACPT

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 3/9

6:09 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 06m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/12

8:05 pm-9:58 am

1 stop20h 53m

$1,544

OmahaCape Town

OMA - CPT

OMACPT

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 3/18

11:32 am-7:15 pm

1 stop24h 43m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/19

8:05 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop34h 50m

$1,550

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Fastest flight time	22h 34m
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The fastest flight from Iowa to South Africa takes 22h 34m

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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 January 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
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,225	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,156 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,410	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,040 reviews		Search Delta flights

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