Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Iowa from R23 791

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DSM
Feb 14 — Feb 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for OR Tambo to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated 15 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R23 791

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R17 925
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 11/2-15/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 06m total
  • Johannesburg to Iowa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (R121 818 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease (R33 869 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 January 2026.

Wed 11/219:35
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops49h 30m
British Airways
Sun 15/219:44
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops54h 41m
British Airways
Deal found 12/1R23 872

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JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

22:00-22:19

2 stops32h 19m

Des Moines

Sun 15/2

13:38-10:25

2 stops36h 47m

R23 791

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Deals found on 14/1

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Iowa (average of R16 172). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Iowa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R45 074). 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 15 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Iowa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Iowa?

    British Airways can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Iowa in just under 32h 19m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Iowa are separated by a distance of 14481 km.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R10 491 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air France from R14 254 and Virgin Atlantic from R14 339 one-way.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Iowa (average of R16 172). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Iowa in October is currently the most expensive (average of R45 074). 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 6 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Iowa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapestR16 265AverageR21 257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 469AverageR19 546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 516AverageR19 829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 648AverageR24 269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 038AverageR28 265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR23 361AverageR24 443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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