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R25 503+ Cheap flights to Iowa

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DSM
Jan 5 — Jan 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Iowa in 2025

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Discover carefully curated flight deals to Iowa that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 6 December 2025.

Thu 5/222:00JNB - DSM
2 stops31h 04mBritish Airways
Mon 9/217:01DSM - JNB
2 stops33h 24mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/12R25 503

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Find the latest flights to Iowa in 2025, 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 6 December 2025.

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November

Average price

R20 385
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 5/2-9/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 28m total
  • Johannesburg to Des Moines
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Return

Price

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

22:00-21:04

2 stops31h 04m

Des Moines

Mon 9/2

17:01-10:25

2 stops33h 24m

R25 503

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Deals found on 3/12

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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 31 hours 4 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 United Airlines, KLM and Air France.

Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R8 430
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 635
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R7 991

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Iowa?

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

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 6 December 2025.
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 6 December 2025.
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
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,3

Food

7,2

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
1 430 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,3

Food

7,2

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
675 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,3

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 676 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,3

Food

7,2

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
1 502 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,3

Food

7,2

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
9 071 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 430 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,3

Food

7,2

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 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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