Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to South Africa from $1,083

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DSM — JNB
May 20 — May 271

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to South Africa?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, May can be a great choice for travel to South Africa. Flights to South Africa from Des Moines in May are about $1,714 on average during May, but can be found for as low as $1,074.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to South Africa (DSM - ZA)?

When flying from Des Moines to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Des Moines to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Des Moines and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
Consider these cheap American Airlines flights we've found departing from Des Moines to South Africa. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Wed 10/302:09 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops37h 06mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/1410:15 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops31h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,290
Wed 10/305:15 amDSM - JNB
2 stops46h 00mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/1410:15 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops31h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,292

Cheap Delta flights from Des Moines to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Des Moines and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Delta flights traveling from Des Moines to South Africa. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Wed 10/304:00 pmDSM - JNB
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Thu 11/149:55 pmJNB - DSM
1 stop23h 31mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,777
Wed 10/304:00 pmDSM - JNB
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Thu 11/149:55 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops31h 20mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,781
Wed 10/306:30 amDSM - JNB
2 stops32h 30mDelta
Thu 11/149:55 pmJNB - DSM
1 stop23h 31mDelta
Deal found 5/14$1,810
Wed 10/304:00 pmDSM - JNB
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Thu 11/149:55 pmJNB - DSM
1 stop23h 31mDelta
Deal found 5/14$1,877

Des Moines to South Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and South Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Des Moines to South Africa in May and June 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 10/302:09 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops37h 06mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/1410:15 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops31h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,290
Wed 10/305:15 amDSM - JNB
2 stops46h 00mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/1410:15 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops31h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,292
Wed 10/306:45 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops28h 55mLufthansa
Thu 11/147:35 pmJNB - DSM
3 stops34h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 5/14$1,599
Wed 10/304:00 pmDSM - JNB
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Thu 11/149:55 pmJNB - DSM
1 stop23h 31mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,777
Wed 10/304:00 pmDSM - JNB
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Thu 11/149:55 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops31h 20mDelta
Deal found 5/15$1,781
Wed 10/306:30 amDSM - JNB
2 stops32h 30mDelta
Thu 11/149:55 pmJNB - DSM
1 stop23h 31mDelta
Deal found 5/14$1,810
Wed 10/304:00 pmDSM - JNB
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Thu 11/149:55 pmJNB - DSM
1 stop23h 31mDelta
Deal found 5/14$1,877

One-way flights to South Africa from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Des Moines to South Africa can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Des Moines to South Africa should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Wed 10/911:18 amDSM - JNB
2 stops39h 32mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/14$1,083
Wed 10/911:04 amDSM - JNB
1 stop24h 56mDelta
Deal found 5/14$1,617
Wed 10/96:00 amDSM - JNB
3 stops28h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$6,382

Find flights from Des Moines to South Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to South Africa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.

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Des MoinesJohannesburg OR Tambo

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 10/30

2 stops37h 06m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/14

2 stops31h 24m

$1,290

Des MoinesJohannesburg OR Tambo

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 10/30

2 stops46h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/14

2 stops31h 24m

$1,292

Des MoinesJohannesburg OR Tambo

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 10/30

2 stops28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/14

3 stops34h 10m

$1,599

Des MoinesJohannesburg OR Tambo

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 10/30

1 stop20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/14

1 stop23h 31m

$1,777

Des MoinesJohannesburg OR Tambo

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 10/30

1 stop20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/14

2 stops31h 20m

$1,781

Des MoinesJohannesburg OR Tambo

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 10/30

2 stops32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/14

1 stop23h 31m

$1,810

Des MoinesJohannesburg OR Tambo

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 10/30

1 stop20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/14

1 stop23h 31m

$1,877

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Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South Africa. Reviews last updated May 15, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines and Delta from Des Moines to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
10,691 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

8.0
Very good
10,691 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,691 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.7
Good
4,393 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,691 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.4
Good
10,946 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,691 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.3
Good
14,535 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,691 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.0
Good
7,665 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,691 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to South Africa?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to South Africa.

  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to South Africa for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to South Africa for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $1,290, but on average you can expect to pay $1,632.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to South Africa one-way?

    $1,083 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $1,617 and $6,382, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to South Africa?

  • What does DSM to JNB mean?

    This is defined as Des Moines Airport (DSM) and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB). Codes like Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), East London Airport (ELS) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to South Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to South Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to South Africa with specific airlines?

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to South Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to South Africa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to South Africa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to South Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to South Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to South Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to South Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to South Africa flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to South Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/15.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,046Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$1,212Average$1,658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,247Average$1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapest$1,347Average$1,962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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