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R22 348+ 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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DSM
Nov 10 — Nov 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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Thu 6/1119:35JNB - DSM
2 stops29h 18mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/1118:40DSM - JNB
2 stops31h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/10R22 348
Thu 6/1121:30JNB - DSM
2 stops33h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 10/1118:32DSM - JNB
1 stop40h 28mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/10R31 540
Thu 6/1121:30JNB - DSM
2 stops33h 00mDelta
Mon 10/115:35DSM - JNB
1 stop29h 25mDelta
Deal found 9/10R32 042

Flights to Iowa in 2025

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 11 October 2025.

Return from

R22 556

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R17 466
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 6/11-10/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 54m total
  • Johannesburg to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (R71 331 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

19:35-16:53

2 stops29h 18m

Des Moines

Mon 10/11

18:40-10:25

2 stops31h 45m

R22 348

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

21:30-22:30

2 stops33h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 10/11

18:32-19:00

1 stop40h 28m

R31 540

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

21:30-22:30

2 stops33h 00m

Des Moines

Mon 10/11

5:35-19:00

1 stop29h 25m

R32 042

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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 28 hours 10 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 646
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R11 988
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R8 163
Emirates
Emirates
From R9 605

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Iowa?

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

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 11 October 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 11 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, Qatar Airways, andAir France 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
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 401 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 644 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 468 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 973 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 449 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 401 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

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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