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Cheap flights from South Africa to Iowa from R13 579

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 19 — Apr 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Iowa

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Iowa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Iowa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 March 2026.

Sun 1/1110:10
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops43h 07m
Lufthansa
Mon 16/1120:15
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops50h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 19/3R20 690
Sun 1/1121:55
JNB
-
DSM
1 stop32h 34m
Kenya Airways
Mon 16/116:20
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops31h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 19/3R22 362
Fri 1/514:45
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops35h 48m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/511:09
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops46h 01m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/3R22 666
Thu 12/1120:20
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops30h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 16/1113:24
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops30h 31m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/3R23 510
Sun 5/414:55
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops39h 53m
Qatar Airways
Sun 12/411:09
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops38h 41m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/3R24 270
Sun 1/1119:45
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops33h 32m
United Airlines
Mon 16/118:00
DSM
-
JNB
3 stops26h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/3R24 405
Sun 1/1121:55
JNB
-
DSM
1 stop32h 34m
SAUDIA
Mon 16/1114:15
DSM
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
SAUDIA
Deal found 19/3R25 723
Sat 2/519:00
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops35h 17m
United Airlines
Sat 9/510:02
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops25h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/3R26 533
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 834

Find flight deals from South Africa to Iowa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Iowa flight deals. Data was last updated 20 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R22 666

One-way from

R13 579

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R29 050
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/5-5/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 81h 49m total
  • South Africa to Iowa
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 53m total
  • South Africa to Iowa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R64 514 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease (R35 539 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 South Africa 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 20 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

14:45-19:33

2 stops35h 48m

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

11:09-16:10

2 stops46h 01m

R22 666

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

19:00-23:17

2 stops35h 17m

Des Moines

Sat 9/5

10:02-18:30

2 stops25h 28m

R26 533
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

22:00-23:17

2 stops32h 17m

Des Moines

Sun 12/4

8:04-18:30

3 stops27h 26m

R31 482

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

21:55-22:38

1 stop31h 43m

Des Moines

Sun 12/4

16:25-8:45

2 stops33h 20m

R45 433
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

20:40-19:33

2 stops29h 53m

R13 579

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

14:30-12:29

3 stops28h 59m

R20 318
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

21:55-17:45

1 stop26h 50m

R43 051

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Iowa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Iowa from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Iowa

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Iowa (average of R12 397). Flying from South Africa to Iowa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R20 588). 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 20 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Virgin Atlantic, andQatar Airways from South Africa to Iowa to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 473 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
1 473 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 473 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
682 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 473 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
3 736 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 473 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
1 547 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 473 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
9 450 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 473 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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 South Africa 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 South Africa to Iowa?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways and United Airlines fly from South Africa to Iowa in about 35h 17m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 31m. There are 14481 km between South Africa and Iowa. 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 South Africa to Iowa one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Iowa are Qatar Airways (R10 814), KLM (R16 523), and British Airways (R16 762).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Iowa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Iowa?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Iowa (average of R12 397). Flying from South Africa to Iowa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R20 588). 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 South Africa to Iowa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 20 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR12 404AverageR22 987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 942AverageR20 130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR17 173AverageR20 439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR17 314AverageR20 600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 804AverageR29 480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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