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Cheap flights from South Africa to Iowa from R13 635

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — DSM
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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 10 March 2026.

Sun 5/421:55
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops28h 32m
Kenya Airways
Sun 12/410:51
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops38h 54m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/3R22 159
Fri 1/514:45
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops40h 04m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/512:00
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops45h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3R23 774
Sun 5/420:25
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops31h 45m
Delta
Sun 12/416:25
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops33h 20m
Delta
Deal found 7/3R23 973
Sun 5/420:55
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops33h 47m
Qatar Airways
Sun 12/414:16
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops42h 34m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/3R24 489
Sun 5/414:30
JNB
-
DSM
3 stops28h 59m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 12/46:20
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R28 685
Wed 1/419:10
JNB
-
DSM
2 stops33h 22m
Emirates
Wed 15/415:21
DSM
-
JNB
2 stops35h 54m
Emirates
Deal found 8/3R29 451

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 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R22 159

One-way from

R13 635

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R27 203
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 5/4-12/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 26m total
  • South Africa to Iowa
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 39m total
  • South Africa to Iowa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R64 948 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease (R34 758 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 10 March 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

14:45-23:49

2 stops40h 04m

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

12:00-16:10

2 stops45h 10m

R23 774

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

20:25-21:10

2 stops31h 45m

Des Moines

Sun 12/4

16:25-8:45

2 stops33h 20m

R23 973

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

14:30-12:29

3 stops28h 59m

Des Moines

Sun 12/4

6:20-13:05

2 stops23h 45m

R28 685

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

22:20-22:43

2 stops31h 23m

Des Moines

Wed 29/4

15:21-5:30

2 stops31h 09m

R30 633

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

22:00-21:32

2 stops30h 32m

Des Moines

Sun 12/4

8:04-18:30

3 stops27h 26m

R30 916
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

22:00-14:18

2 stops23h 18m

Des Moines

Tue 5/5

8:00-18:30

3 stops27h 30m

R32 481
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

12:40-18:19

2 stops36h 39m

R13 635

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

14:30-12:29

3 stops28h 59m

R20 028
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/4

21:55-16:33

1 stop25h 38m

R20 610

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Iowa

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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 220). Flying from South Africa to Iowa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R20 294). 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 10 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
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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
1 468 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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
3 744 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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
1 543 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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
9 409 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,8

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

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 Delta fly from South Africa to Iowa in about 31h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 19m. 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 (R4 159), Turkish Airlines (R4 330), and Etihad Airways (R4 987).

  • 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 220). Flying from South Africa to Iowa in November is currently the most expensive (average of R20 294). 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 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestR12 227AverageR22 563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 700AverageR19 842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 928AverageR20 147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR17 067AverageR20 306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR23 464AverageR29 058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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