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One-way fare
- Lowest observed
- €986, departing 3 Mar 2027 (Last checked: 19 Oct 2026)One-way fare · Priced departure days checked in the last 14 days: 80Check live prices for this route
- Airlines seen
- Aer Lingus, Allegiant Air, Delta Air Lines, EgyptAir, Emirates, Etihad Airways, FlySafair, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue, Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, United Airlines (13)
- Typical journey time
- 37h 29m
About this route
Explore the fares we observed from Johannesburg to Des Moines. Prices move often, so pick your dates to see the latest options.
- Route distance
- 14,478 km
- Typical journey time
- 37h 29m
- Airlines seen
- Aer Lingus, Allegiant Air, Delta Air Lines, EgyptAir, Emirates, Etihad Airways, FlySafair, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue, Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, United Airlines (13)
- Seen on fares with a connection
- Turkish Airlines, Kenya Airways, Allegiant Air, FlySafair, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue, Etihad Airways, Delta Air Lines, Emirates, EgyptAir, Qatar Airways, United Airlines (12)
- Alternative airports
- HLA
Route-level information; individual journeys vary.
We have not observed non-stop service on this route; the fares shown include at least one stop.
A clearer picture of your fare
Airport to city: straight-line distance
- O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) → Johannesburg, city gazetteer reference point (-26.2041, 28.0473): ≈ 21 km.
- Lanseria International Airport (HLA) → Johannesburg, city gazetteer reference point (-26.2041, 28.0473): ≈ 32 km.
- Des Moines International Airport (DSM) → Des Moines, city gazetteer reference point (41.5868, -93.6250): ≈ 6 km.
Approximate distances calculated from coordinates, not road distances or travel times. These airports serve the city; they are not confirmed endpoints of an offer.
Lowest fare by departure month
| Month | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | €625 | 12 |
| November 2026 | €610 | 27 |
| December 2026 | €599 | 29 |
| January 2027 | €777 | 10 |
Lowest fare by day of the week
Cheapest day of the week from Johannesburg to Des Moines: Thursday, from €599 (checked 13 Oct 2026).
| Day | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | €634 | 12 |
| Tuesday | €624 | 13 |
| Wednesday | €618 | 12 |
| Thursday | €599 | 12 |
| Friday | €692 | 10 |
| Saturday | €696 | 11 |
| Sunday | €753 | 10 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. Each figure is the lowest priced departure day we saw, not a guaranteed fare.
Lowest fare by days before departure
Lowest fare from Johannesburg to Des Moines by days until departure (31 to 60 days): €599 (checked 13 Oct 2026).
| Days before departure | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| 0 to 7 days | €747 | 8 |
| 8 to 30 days | €610 | 23 |
| 31 to 60 days | €599 | 25 |
| 61 days or more | €766 | 24 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. Each figure is the lowest stored fare for that distance to departure, not a price forecast.
Fares for different departure dates, checked now; not a guide to when to book.
Lowest one-way fare we saw per airline
Cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Des Moines: Turkish Airlines, from €599 (checked 13 Oct 2026).
| Airline | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | €599Dec 3, 2026 | 32 |
| Frontier Airlines | €618Dec 2, 2026 | 5 |
| Allegiant Air | €693Dec 9, 2026 | 8 |
| FlySafair | €699Nov 11, 2026 | 7 |
| Kenya Airways | €747Oct 20, 2026 | 10 |
| Etihad Airways | €788Oct 21, 2026 | 4 |
| JetBlue | €854Oct 30, 2026 | 3 |
| Emirates | €1,231Jan 9, 2027 | 3 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. An airline listed here had a fare on at least 3 departure days. Each figure is the lowest we saw, not a guaranteed fare. Connecting itineraries are included; the date is the departure day of that fare.
Frequently asked
How much is a flight from Johannesburg to Des Moines?
The lowest fare we have observed is €986, found on 19 Oct 2026. Prices move, so read it as a floor rather than a quote.
When is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Des Moines?
In our observations March 2027 is the cheapest month so far, at €986.
Are there direct flights from Johannesburg to Des Moines?
Our data holds no non-stop flight from Johannesburg to Des Moines. The fares on this page include at least one stop.
Which airlines fly from Johannesburg to Des Moines?
These are the carriers we have seen on the route: Aer Lingus, Allegiant Air, Delta Air Lines, EgyptAir, Emirates, Etihad Airways, FlySafair, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue, Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, United Airlines (13).
How long does the flight from Johannesburg to Des Moines take?
The average journey time across the 83 fares we observed is 50h 18m, including any stops. Individual departures vary; the fastest observed flight is listed in the route facts above.
How many of the observed Johannesburg to Des Moines fares were non-stop?
None of the 83 fares we observed was non-stop; every one included at least one stop. That describes our observations, not every flight that operates.
Which day of the week is cheapest from Johannesburg to Des Moines?
Cheapest day of the week from Johannesburg to Des Moines: Thursday, from €599 (checked 13 Oct 2026).
Which airline has the lowest fare from Johannesburg to Des Moines?
Cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Des Moines: Turkish Airlines, from €599 (checked 13 Oct 2026).
How observed prices work, what "No data" means and what a fare includes: Read the flight price guide
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Last checked: 19 Oct 2026