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R13 635+ Cheap flights to Iowa

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DSM
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Iowa in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Iowa. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 10 March 2026.

Sun 5/421:55
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops28h 32m
Kenya Airways
Sun 12/410:51
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops38h 54m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/3R22 159
Fri 1/514:45
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops40h 04m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/512:00
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops45h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3R23 774
Sun 5/420:25
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops31h 45m
Delta
Sun 12/416:25
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops33h 20m
Delta
Deal found 7/3R23 973
Sun 5/420:55
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops33h 47m
Qatar Airways
Sun 12/414:16
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops42h 34m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/3R24 489
Sun 5/414:30
JNB
-
DSM
3 stops28h 59m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 12/46:20
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R28 685
Wed 1/419:10
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops33h 22m
Emirates
Wed 15/415:21
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops35h 54m
Emirates
Deal found 8/3R29 451

Find flight deals to Iowa

Find the latest flights to Iowa 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 10 March 2026.

Return from

R22 159

One-way from

R13 635

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R27 203
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 5/4-12/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 26m total
  • Johannesburg to Des Moines
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 39m total
  • Johannesburg to Iowa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R3 901 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease (R2 088 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

14:45-23:49

2 stops40h 04m

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

12:00-16:10

2 stops45h 10m

R23 774

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

20:25-21:10

2 stops31h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 12/4

16:25-8:45

2 stops33h 20m

R23 973

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

14:30-12:29

3 stops28h 59m

Des Moines

Sun 12/4

6:20-13:05

2 stops23h 45m

R28 685

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

22:20-22:43

2 stops31h 23m

Des Moines

Wed 29/4

15:21-5:30

2 stops31h 09m

R30 633

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

22:00-21:32

2 stops30h 32m

Des Moines

Sun 12/4

8:04-18:30

3 stops27h 26m

R30 916

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

21:30-10:48

2 stops44h 18m

Des Moines

Sun 22/11

14:15-8:00

2 stops33h 45m

R31 249
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

22:00-14:18

2 stops23h 18m

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

8:00-18:30

3 stops27h 30m

R32 481
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

12:40-18:19

2 stops36h 39m

R13 635

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Iowa

How long is the flight to Iowa?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Iowa takes 33 hours 47 minutes. Flights to Iowa 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 Iowa?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Iowa are Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air.

Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R8 315
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 582
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R7 858

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Iowa?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Iowa are Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways.

Rainfall in Iowa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa 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 Iowa when rainfall is around 25.0 mm.

Temperature in Iowa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, 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).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Iowa?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Iowa in the last few years. This data was updated on 10 March 2026.
The most popular places in Iowa to fly to are Des Moines and Cedar Rapids.

Reviews of airlines servicing Iowa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Iowa. 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 Iowa. Reviews last updated 10 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways to the United States to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
680 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 744 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Air France
7,4
Good
1 543 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 409 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

FAQs about flying to Iowa

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Iowa 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 Iowa on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Iowa?

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

  • 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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