In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Iowa ranges from 25.0 - 125.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Iowa when rainfall is around 25.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Iowa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to Iowa?

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 49 days in advance to save up to 17% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 49 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from South Africa to Iowa 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as R19 825, or R25 008 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Iowa?

The best pricing can be found in the month of November. Prices to Iowa from South Africa average R22 922. You can even find prices in November for less than R22 922, as users have found deals to Iowa from as low as R17 624. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Iowa from South Africa. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 15%.

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.

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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.

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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.

R21 014+ Flights from South Africa to Iowa

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Iowa

Round-trip from	R21 014
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	November
Average price	R26 570

American Airlines
6/11-10/11
4 total stops
59h 45m total
South Africa to Iowa

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R60 092 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 898 potential savings vs. average return price).

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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 8 July 2025.

Thu 6/1122:05JNB - DSM

2 stops30h 07mAmerican Airlines

Mon 10/1117:52DSM - JNB

2 stops29h 38mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/7R21 014

Thu 21/821:55JNB - DSM

1 stop19h 43mDelta

Thu 28/85:44DSM - JNB

2 stops32h 36mDelta

Deal found 7/7R25 132

Thu 21/819:00JNB - DSM

3 stops33h 45mUnited Airlines

Thu 28/88:00DSM - JNB

2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/7R27 493

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Thu 6/1122:05JNB - DSM

2 stops30h 07mAmerican Airlines

Mon 10/1117:52DSM - JNB

2 stops29h 38mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/7R21 014

Thu 21/821:55JNB - DSM

1 stop19h 43mDelta

Thu 28/85:44DSM - JNB

2 stops32h 36mDelta

Deal found 7/7R25 132

Thu 21/819:00JNB - DSM

3 stops33h 45mUnited Airlines

Thu 28/88:00DSM - JNB

2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/7R27 493

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Thu 21/819:25JNB - DSM

2 stops28h 19mAmerican Airlines

Thu 28/818:12DSM - JNB

2 stops32h 13mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/7R22 683

Thu 21/821:55JNB - DSM

1 stop19h 43mDelta

Thu 28/85:44DSM - JNB

2 stops32h 36mDelta

Deal found 7/7R25 132

Thu 21/819:00JNB - DSM

3 stops33h 45mUnited Airlines

Thu 28/88:00DSM - JNB

2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/7R27 493

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Thu 6/11

22:05-20:12

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Mon 10/11

17:52-7:30

2 stops29h 38m

R21 014

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Thu 21/8

21:55-10:38

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5:44-21:20

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R25 132

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19:00-21:45

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8:00-17:45

2 stops26h 45m

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Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines 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.

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 963 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 963 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

United Airlines

7,4

Good

8 844 reviews

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 963 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

American Airlines

7,2

Good

10 000 reviews

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 963 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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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?
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Top 6 airlines flying from South Africa to Iowa

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
KLM	CheapestR17 534	AverageR23 238	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
United Airlines	CheapestR17 586	AverageR25 846	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Air France	CheapestR17 690	AverageR21 479	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Virgin Atlantic	CheapestR17 840	AverageR21 238	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR23 685	AverageR30 571	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	CheapestR24 770	AverageR26 797	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights

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