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R24 710+ Cheap flights to Des Moines

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— DSM
Apr 15 — Apr 221
1 adult

Flights to Des Moines in 2025

Find the latest flights to Des Moines in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 10 April 2025.

Return from

R24 710

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R28 105
Air France
  • Air France
  • 6/5-14/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 32m total
  • Johannesburg to Des Moines
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R82 685 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R13 348 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 10 April 2025.

Tue 6/518:50JNB - DSM
2 stops33h 16mAir France
Thu 14/814:14DSM - JNB
2 stops35h 16mAir France
Deal found 9/4R24 710
Tue 6/521:55JNB - DSM
1 stop26h 55mDelta
Thu 14/85:45DSM - JNB
2 stops32h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/4R68 222

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

18:50-21:06

2 stops33h 16m

Des Moines

Thu 14/8

14:14-8:30

2 stops35h 16m

R24 710

JohannesburgDes Moines

JNB - DSM

JNBDSM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

21:55-17:50

1 stop26h 55m

Des Moines

Thu 14/8

5:45-21:20

2 stops32h 35m

R68 222

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Deals found on 9/4

Best time to book a flight to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Des Moines

When is the best time to book a flight to Des Moines?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Des Moines. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

The price you pay for your flight to Des Moines may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 48 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Des Moines?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Des Moines takes 28 hours 51 minutes. Flights to Des Moines from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Des Moines?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Des Moines are KLM, United Airlines and Air France.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated 10 April 2025.

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,3

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,5

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,3

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,5

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,3

Overall

8,0

Crew

8,5

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

FAQs about flying to Des Moines

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines?

    For a flight to Des Moines, you will be flying into Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 5,7 km from the centre of the city.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Des Moines if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Des Moines on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Des Moines?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, KLM is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Des Moines.

  • Does Des Moines have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Des Moines can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Des Moines?

    Yes. Des Moines has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is the closest property to Des Moines (0,0 km away from Des Moines).

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