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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Iowa from R14 528

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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DSM
Apr 24 — May 11
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Iowa

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2026.

Fri 8/520:25
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops31h 11m
Delta
Fri 15/518:41
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops31h 09m
Delta
Deal found 24/3R21 080
Thu 12/1112:45
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops37h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 16/1116:02
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops32h 38m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/3R23 643
Mon 30/314:55
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops40h 01m
Qatar Airways
Sun 15/1116:02
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops27h 53m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/3R25 221
Wed 6/513:30
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops38h 53m
Emirates
Wed 13/515:20
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops46h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 22/3R29 821
Thu 12/1122:00
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops24h 11m
United Airlines
Mon 16/118:00
DSM
-
JNB
3 stops26h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/3R33 232

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated 25 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R21 080

One-way from

R14 528

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R29 193
Delta
  • Delta
  • 8/5-15/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 62h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Iowa
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1/4
  • 1/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 12m total
  • Johannesburg to Iowa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R65 154 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease (R35 901 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Iowa 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2026.
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Price

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Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

20:25-20:36

2 stops31h 11m

Des Moines

Fri 15/5

18:41-8:50

2 stops31h 09m

R21 080

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

13:30-21:23

2 stops38h 53m

Des Moines

Wed 13/5

15:20-20:35

2 stops46h 15m

R29 821

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

19:20-19:26

3 stops31h 06m

Des Moines

Fri 15/5

11:40-8:35

3 stops37h 55m

R61 984
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

20:55-19:33

2 stops29h 38m

R15 835

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

14:55-22:35

2 stops38h 40m

R16 005

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

19:10-20:11

3 stops56h 01m

R26 766

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/4

21:55-22:38

1 stop31h 43m

R51 800
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

21:55-16:33

1 stop25h 38m

R51 800

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

21:55-16:33

1 stop25h 38m

R187 529

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Iowa

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Iowa?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Iowa (average of R17 040). Flying from Johannesburg to Iowa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R46 691). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 25 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg to Iowa have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 478 reviews
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Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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
1 478 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 478 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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
685 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 478 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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
3 732 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 478 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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
1 552 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 478 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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
9 477 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 478 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,6

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Iowa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Iowa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Iowa in 31h 06m. Fly via Delta, Emirates, or Air Canada to get the fastest option. Johannesburg and Iowa are separated by a distance of 14481 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Iowa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R10 867. However, be on the lookout for offers from KLM and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg to Iowa for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Iowa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Iowa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Iowa?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Iowa?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Iowa (average of R17 040). Flying from Johannesburg to Iowa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R46 691). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Iowa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Iowa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR17 025AverageR19 439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 245AverageR26 512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR17 257AverageR20 540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR17 399AverageR20 702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 921AverageR29 188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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