HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
OR Tambo

$1,149+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to OR Tambo (JNB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — JNB
abr. 27 — may. 41
dom. 4/27
dom. 5/4
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Des Moines to OR Tambo with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

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 abril 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,247
(British Airways)

One-way from

$1,149
(Gotogate)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,557
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Johannesburg OR Tambo flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Des Moines-Johannesburg OR Tambo flights.
Search Deals
From Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo
Search Deals
One-way flight from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo
Search Deals
High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Des Moines to OR Tambo

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 22, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/36:13 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops29h 47mBritish Airways
mar. 6/109:15 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops29h 58mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/21$1,247
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
mar. 8/196:51 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops30h 44mMultiple Airlines
jue. 8/287:35 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,358
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/1911:35 amDSM - JNB
2 stops23h 10mUnited Airlines
jue. 8/287:00 pmJNB - DSM
3 stops46h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$1,467
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
vie. 6/65:32 pmDSM - JNB
2 stops32h 53mAmerican Airlines
vie. 6/137:25 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops29h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,474
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
mar. 8/192:14 pmDSM - JNB
1 stop22h 26mDelta
jue. 8/286:50 pmJNB - DSM
2 stops33h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/22$1,710
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 6/62:15 pmDSM - JNB
1 stop22h 25mKLM
vie. 6/139:55 pmJNB - DSM
1 stop21h 19mKLM
Deal found 4/22$2,404
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/1911:30 amDSM - JNB
3 stops35h 35mAir Canada
vie. 1/27:35 pmJNB - DSM
3 stops34h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 4/21$5,399

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Des Moines

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

mar. 6/3

6:13 pm-7:00 am

2 stops29h 47m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 6/10

9:15 pm-8:13 pm

2 stops29h 58m

$1,247

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

mar. 8/19

6:51 pm-8:35 am

2 stops30h 44m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 8/28

7:35 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops33h 10m

$1,358

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

mar. 8/19

11:35 am-5:45 pm

2 stops23h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 8/28

7:00 pm-10:39 am

3 stops46h 39m

$1,467

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

vie. 6/6

5:32 pm-9:25 am

2 stops32h 53m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 6/13

7:25 pm-5:26 pm

2 stops29h 01m

$1,474

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

mar. 8/19

2:14 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 26m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 8/28

6:50 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops33h 25m

$1,710

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

vie. 6/6

2:15 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 6/13

9:55 pm-12:14 pm

1 stop21h 19m

$2,404

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

jue. 6/5

1:58 pm-9:35 am

2 stops36h 37m

$1,149

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

jue. 6/5

5:35 am-7:40 pm

1 stop31h 05m

$1,219

Des MoinesJohannesburg

DSM - JNB

DSMJNB

Des Moines

jue. 6/5

8:00 am-8:35 am

3 stops41h 35m

$7,670

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/21

Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to OR Tambo

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to OR Tambo in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

What is the cheapest month 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 $1,173). Flying from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 22, 2025.

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 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 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 abril 22, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,331 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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. 2 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.

  • 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 $1,247. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,467, and American Airlines, from $1,474. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for 27% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

    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.

  • What is the cheapest month 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 $1,173). Flying from Des Moines to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Des Moines?

Book flights to Des Moines if you plan to visit one of these locations
Sandton
Kempton Park
Edenvale
Potchefstroom

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Des Moines to OR Tambo

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Moline to OR Tambo flights
Omaha to OR Tambo flights

Top 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to OR Tambo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to OR Tambo. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated abril 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,322Average$1,522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,440Average$1,883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.