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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Iowa from R13 486

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DSM
Apr 15 — Apr 221
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 16 March 2026.

Sun 1/1121:55
JNB
-
DSM
1 stop23h 32m
Kenya Airways
Sun 15/116:20
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops31h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/3R20 699
Mon 27/419:00
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops34h 43m
United Airlines
Mon 4/56:15
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops29h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/3R22 058
Fri 1/514:45
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops35h 48m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/514:16
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops42h 54m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/3R22 494
Thu 12/1120:20
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops30h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 16/1116:02
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops27h 53m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/3R23 752
Sun 1/1119:45
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops33h 32m
United Airlines
Sun 15/118:00
DSM
-
JNB
3 stops26h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/3R25 949
Mon 23/319:45
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops48h 38m
United Airlines
Wed 13/515:20
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops34h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/3R27 643
Fri 19/614:45
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops29h 18m
Qatar Airways
Thu 16/713:04
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops43h 16m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/3R27 878
Sun 5/414:55
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops39h 53m
Qatar Airways
Sun 12/414:16
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops35h 34m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/3R28 029
Sun 5/422:00
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops27h 15m
United Airlines
Sun 12/48:04
DSM
-
JNB
3 stops27h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/3R31 283

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 16 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R22 058

One-way from

R13 486

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R28 851
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 27/4-4/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 58m total
  • Johannesburg to Iowa
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 53m total
  • Johannesburg to Iowa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R63 635 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease (R35 062 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

19:00-22:43

2 stops34h 43m

Des Moines

Mon 4/5

8:00-18:30

3 stops27h 30m

R22 058

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

14:45-19:33

2 stops35h 48m

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

14:16-16:10

2 stops42h 54m

R22 494
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

22:00-18:15

2 stops27h 15m

Des Moines

Sun 12/4

8:04-18:30

3 stops27h 26m

R31 283

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

20:25-21:10

2 stops31h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 12/4

5:35-19:40

1 stop31h 05m

R36 903

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

18:50-21:40

2 stops33h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 13/5

14:58-16:15

2 stops42h 17m

R37 037

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

19:00-14:24

2 stops26h 24m

Des Moines

Fri 17/7

6:00-18:30

1 stop29h 30m

R44 837

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

19:45-18:08

2 stops29h 23m

Des Moines

Wed 13/5

8:00-18:30

3 stops27h 30m

R62 785
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

20:40-19:33

2 stops29h 53m

R13 486

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

14:30-12:29

3 stops28h 59m

R20 179
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

21:55-17:45

1 stop26h 50m

R42 757

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Deals found on 15/3

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Iowa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Iowa

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 R16 841). Flying from Johannesburg to Iowa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R46 145). 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 16 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
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

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
1 471 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

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
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

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
3 737 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

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
1 546 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

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
9 428 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,8

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

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Iowa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Iowa in 34h 43m. Fly via United Airlines or Qatar Airways 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 740. 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Iowa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Iowa.

  • 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 R16 841). Flying from Johannesburg to Iowa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R46 145). 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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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 16 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 826AverageR19 992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 044AverageR24 391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR17 055AverageR20 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR17 196AverageR20 459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 641AverageR28 846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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