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R19 383+ Cheap flights to Des Moines

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DSM
Feb 4 — Feb 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Des Moines in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 5 January 2026.

Thu 2/421:55JNB - DSM
2 stops28h 32mKenya Airways
Fri 10/416:25DSM - JNB
2 stops20h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/1R19 383
Wed 11/219:35JNB - DSM
2 stops34h 44mBritish Airways
Sun 15/213:38DSM - JNB
2 stops36h 47mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/1R24 427
Thu 2/421:55JNB - DSM
1 stop25h 38mSAUDIA
Fri 10/417:20DSM - JNB
1 stop19h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 3/1R25 416
Thu 2/419:25JNB - DSM
3 stops46h 19mAir Canada
Fri 10/413:10DSM - JNB
3 stops37h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 3/1R45 178
Thu 2/422:00JNB - DSM
2 stops29h 34mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/48:04DSM - JNB
3 stops27h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/1R60 160

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Find the latest flights to Des Moines in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 5 January 2026.

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R19 383

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R18 032
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 2/4-10/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 47m total
  • Johannesburg to Des Moines
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Return

Price

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

21:55-19:27

2 stops28h 32m

Des Moines

Fri 10/4

16:25-19:40

2 stops20h 15m

R19 383

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

19:35-22:19

2 stops34h 44m

Des Moines

Sun 15/2

13:38-10:25

2 stops36h 47m

R24 427

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

21:55-16:33

1 stop25h 38m

Des Moines

Fri 10/4

17:20-19:40

1 stop19h 20m

R25 416

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

19:25-10:44

3 stops46h 19m

Des Moines

Fri 10/4

13:10-9:20

3 stops37h 10m

R45 178

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

22:00-20:34

2 stops29h 34m

Des Moines

Fri 10/4

8:04-18:30

3 stops27h 26m

R60 160

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Des Moines

How long is the flight to Des Moines?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Des Moines takes 34 hours 44 minutes. Flights to Des Moines from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Des Moines are United Airlines, KLM and Air France.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From R15 420
KLM
KLM
From R16 283
Air France
Air France
From R16 614
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic
From R16 567

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Des Moines?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Des Moines are KLM, Virgin Atlantic and Air France.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 25.0 - 125.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 25.0 mm.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated 5 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andAir France to the United States to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
678 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air France
7,4
Good
1 518 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 138 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 646 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

FAQs about flying to Des Moines

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines?

    For a flight to Des Moines, you will be flying into Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 5,7 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Des Moines if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Des Moines on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Des Moines?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Des Moines.

  • Does Des Moines have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Des Moines can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Des Moines?

    Yes. Des Moines has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is the closest property to Des Moines (0,0 km away from Des Moines).

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