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$679+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Africa

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DSM — JNB
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:25 amDSM - CAI
2 stops35h 30mDelta
Sun 3/302:30 amCAI - DSM
2 stops27h 02mDelta
Deal found 11/20$1,136
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:45 pmDSM - CAI
2 stops18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/314:55 pmCAI - DSM
2 stops31h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,172
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/219:02 amDSM - CAI
2 stops26h 13mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/271:45 amCAI - DSM
2 stops40h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,195
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/218:00 amDSM - ACC
2 stops18h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/2811:45 pmACC - DSM
2 stops26h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,198
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/611:43 amDSM - RAK
2 stops23h 22mIberia
Sat 12/289:10 pmRAK - DSM
2 stops32h 00mIberia
Deal found 11/21$1,264
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/411:41 amDSM - NBO
2 stops27h 24mQatar Airways
Sat 12/75:00 pmNBO - DSM
2 stops36h 11mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/611:43 amDSM - RAK
2 stops23h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/286:40 pmRAK - DSM
2 stops34h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,384
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/66:30 pmDSM - CMN
2 stops17h 55mDelta
Sat 12/285:55 amCMN - DSM
2 stops17h 40mDelta
Deal found 11/21$1,389
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/66:54 pmDSM - CMN
2 stops29h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/272:25 amCMN - DSM
2 stops26h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,528
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/67:30 amDSM - RAK
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/286:25 pmRAK - DSM
3 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,551
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/235:09 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops33h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/269:15 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops32h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,565
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2111:25 amDSM - ACC
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/2811:45 pmACC - DSM
3 stops44h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,610

Find flights from Des Moines to Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Africa 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Des MoinesCasablanca

DSM - CMN

DSMCMN

Des Moines

Mon 1/27

12:10 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Mon 2/10

7:15 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops29h 30m

$815

Des MoinesMarrakech

DSM - RAK

DSMRAK

Des Moines

Tue 4/1

6:45 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Marrakech Menara

Tue 4/8

3:25 pm-8:51 pm

2 stops35h 26m

$897

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Tue 3/4

12:15 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Cairo

Tue 3/11

8:05 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops32h 35m

$955

Des MoinesCasablanca

DSM - CMN

DSMCMN

Des Moines

Sun 1/26

6:45 pm-4:00 pm

3 stops38h 15m

Casablanca Mohamed V

Sun 2/9

9:35 am-9:52 pm

3 stops19h 17m

$1,069

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Sat 2/15

12:15 pm-12:05 am

2 stops51h 50m

Cairo

Fri 2/28

6:35 am-4:26 pm

2 stops41h 51m

$1,102

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Tue 12/31

6:25 am-1:55 am

2 stops35h 30m

Cairo

Sun 3/30

2:30 am-10:32 pm

2 stops27h 02m

$1,136

Des MoinesAccra

DSM - ACC

DSMACC

Des Moines

Mon 2/24

6:26 pm-7:00 am

2 stops30h 34m

Accra Kotoka

Tue 3/18

9:15 am-10:23 am

2 stops30h 08m

$1,148

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Tue 12/31

1:45 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops18h 10m

Cairo

Mon 3/31

4:55 pm-5:03 pm

2 stops31h 08m

$1,172

Des MoinesCairo

DSM - CAI

DSMCAI

Des Moines

Tue 3/4

11:29 am-4:20 pm

3 stops20h 51m

Cairo

Mon 3/10

1:45 am-9:38 pm

3 stops26h 53m

$1,220

Des MoinesNairobi

DSM - NBO

DSMNBO

Des Moines

Wed 2/5

12:15 pm-12:05 am

2 stops26h 50m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 3/3

1:35 am-10:29 pm

2 stops29h 54m

$1,234

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Africa

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Africa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines to Africa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Africa (average of $1,183). Flying from Des Moines to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Africa as you normally would.

Rainfall in Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Africa ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Africa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Africa. 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 Africa. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,759 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,759 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,759 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
805 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,759 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,832 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,759 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,525 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,759 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,173 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,759 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Africa from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $679. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Africa for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Africa?

    The most popular flight routes from Des Moines to Africa are Des Moines - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl, Des Moines - Johannesburg OR Tambo and Des Moines - Cairo.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Africa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Africa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Africa.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Africa 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 Des Moines to Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Africa (average of $1,183). Flying from Des Moines to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 8 airlines flying from Des Moines to Africa

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Africa. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$817Average$1,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$879Average$1,604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$905Average$1,648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$952Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air CanadaCheapest$968Average$1,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,027Average$1,526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air FranceCheapest$1,036Average$1,269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,037Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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