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Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to OR Tambo (JNB) from $1,048

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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 22, 2024.

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$1,192

One-way from

$1,048
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Thursday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport lean towards being more expensive in July. Prices are generally better when you fly from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in May, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,074.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (DSM - JNB)?

It’s optimal to fly from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 30% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Cheap British Airways flights from Des Moines to OR Tambo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Des Moines and OR Tambo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 22, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest British Airways flights traveling from Des Moines to Johannesburg. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Sun 8/116:12 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops32h 13mBritish Airways
Mon 8/197:20 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops26h 13mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/21$1,513
Sat 6/86:11 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops32h 14mBritish Airways
Thu 6/137:20 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops29h 23mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/21$7,333
Sun 6/96:13 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops32h 12mBritish Airways
Thu 6/139:05 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops31h 53mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/21$9,188

Cheap Lufthansa flights from Des Moines to OR Tambo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Lufthansa for the route between Des Moines and OR Tambo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 22, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Lufthansa flights traveling from Des Moines to Johannesburg. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Wed 10/306:45 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops28h 55mLufthansa
Thu 11/147:35 pmJNB - DSM
3 stops34h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 5/21$1,601
Wed 6/1911:30 amDSM - JNB
2 stops38h 00mLufthansa
Wed 6/267:00 pmJNB - DSM
3 stops33h 44mLufthansa
Deal found 5/21$1,669

Cheap Des Moines to OR Tambo flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Des Moines to OR Tambo specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Prices were last updated on May 22, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Johannesburg in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 6/193:10 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/267:35 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops33h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,583
Wed 6/1911:30 amDSM - JNB
2 stops38h 00mLufthansa
Wed 6/267:00 pmJNB - DSM
3 stops33h 44mLufthansa
Deal found 5/21$1,669
Sun 5/266:00 amDSM - JNB
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/287:35 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops33h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$2,149
Wed 6/1911:05 amDSM - JNB
1 stop24h 55mDelta
Wed 6/269:55 pmJNB - DSM
1 stop26h 36mDelta
Deal found 5/21$4,677
Wed 6/1911:53 amDSM - JNB
2 stops24h 07mDelta
Wed 6/269:55 pmJNB - DSM
1 stop26h 36mDelta
Deal found 5/21$4,681
Sat 6/83:10 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops38h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 6/132:30 pmJNB - DSM
3 stops38h 14mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/21$6,564
Sat 6/86:11 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops32h 14mBritish Airways
Thu 6/137:20 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops29h 23mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/21$7,333
Sun 6/93:10 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops38h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 6/138:20 amJNB - DSM
3 stops44h 24mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/21$7,466
Sun 6/96:13 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops32h 12mBritish Airways
Thu 6/139:05 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops31h 53mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/21$9,188

Des Moines to OR Tambo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and OR Tambo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 22, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Johannesburg in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 10/306:07 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops57h 08mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/1410:15 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops31h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,299
Sun 8/116:12 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops32h 13mBritish Airways
Mon 8/197:20 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops26h 13mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/21$1,513
Wed 6/193:10 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/267:35 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops33h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,583
Wed 10/306:45 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops28h 55mLufthansa
Thu 11/147:35 pmJNB - DSM
3 stops34h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 5/21$1,601
Wed 6/1911:30 amDSM - JNB
2 stops38h 00mLufthansa
Wed 6/267:00 pmJNB - DSM
3 stops33h 44mLufthansa
Deal found 5/21$1,669
Wed 10/304:00 pmDSM - JNB
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Thu 11/149:55 pmJNB - DSM
1 stop23h 31mDelta
Deal found 5/22$1,777
Wed 10/304:00 pmDSM - JNB
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Thu 11/149:55 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops30h 50mDelta
Deal found 5/21$1,781
Thu 12/1912:41 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops42h 29mQatar Airways
Fri 1/101:40 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops42h 08mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/21$1,954
Sun 5/266:00 amDSM - JNB
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/287:35 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops33h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/22$2,149

One-way flights to OR Tambo from Des Moines

Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 22, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those needing a return flight from Des Moines to Johannesburg can use the search form above.
Wed 10/96:00 amDSM - JNB
2 stops24h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/21$1,048
Wed 10/911:04 amDSM - JNB
1 stop24h 56mDelta
Deal found 5/22$1,617

Find flights from Des Moines to OR Tambo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to OR Tambo 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 2,730,072 searches. Data last updated May 22, 2024.

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Des MoinesJohannesburg OR Tambo

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 10/30

2 stops57h 08m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/14

2 stops31h 24m

$1,299

Des MoinesJohannesburg OR Tambo

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 8/11

2 stops32h 13m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/19

2 stops26h 13m

$1,513

Des MoinesJohannesburg OR Tambo

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 6/19

2 stops34h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/26

2 stops33h 09m

$1,583

Des MoinesJohannesburg OR Tambo

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 10/30

2 stops28h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/14

3 stops34h 10m

$1,601

Des MoinesJohannesburg OR Tambo

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 6/19

2 stops38h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/26

3 stops33h 44m

$1,669

Des MoinesJohannesburg OR Tambo

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 10/30

1 stop20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/14

1 stop23h 31m

$1,777

Des MoinesJohannesburg OR Tambo

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Wed 10/30

1 stop20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/14

2 stops30h 50m

$1,781

Des MoinesJohannesburg OR Tambo

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 8/11

2 stops45h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/19

3 stops36h 47m

$2,211

Des MoinesJohannesburg OR Tambo

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

Sun 8/11

1 stop24h 56m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/19

1 stop25h 31m

$2,427

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on May 19, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

50 - 68 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated May 22, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with British Airways, Lufthansa and Delta from Des Moines to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,585 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,585 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,585 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Ethiopian Air
7.4
Good
790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,585 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,421 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,585 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Lufthansa
7.0
Good
7,623 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,585 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

British Airways
6.8
Okay
6,794 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,585 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Des Moines (DSM), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo. 3 airlines have flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for under $1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $1,299, but on average you can expect to pay $5,816.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from $1,299. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from $1,513, and Lufthansa, from $1,601. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does DSM to JNB mean?

    Great question - DSM to JNB just means Des Moines Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to OR Tambo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to OR Tambo flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to OR Tambo flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation 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 Des Moines to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to OR Tambo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to OR Tambo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to OR Tambo offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to OR Tambo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to OR Tambo flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/22.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Consider American Airlines, Delta or KLM when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,192). Flying from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to OR Tambo

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American AirlinesCheapest$1,046Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$1,327Average$1,791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest$1,347Average$1,962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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