Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines.

Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines pass through?

Most connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R20 622 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R29 448, a difference of R8 826. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines?

A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines takes 00m, covering 23 306 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about R25 265 to R46 363. That means the highest observed fare was about 83% higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 7 hours behind Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Central Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?

Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R521 for economy cars. Top options include: • Hertz • Payless • Budget • Alamo • Avis

How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines flight?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines range from R21 811 to R29 442, with an average of R26 671 over the past 12 months. Anything below R21 811 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines. It’s 23% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines?

Lufthansa (R26 003) and Qatar Airways (R26 020) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R21 940. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines stopovers at 11h 59m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: R21 811-R29 442

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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Des Moines

Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

20:20 - 19:13JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

30h 53m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:36 - 8:40DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

R24 740Qatar Airways

3+ days ago

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Jan 5

19:55 - 21:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

34h 00m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

18:30 - 9:40DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

55h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

R25 954Lufthansa

3+ days ago

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Jan 5

19:55 - 17:28JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

29h 33m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

18:30 - 9:40DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

55h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

R26 003Lufthansa

3+ days ago

Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31

20:20 - 19:13JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

30h 53m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

14:39 - 8:40DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

R26 036Qatar Airways

1 day ago

Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31

20:20 - 19:13JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

30h 53m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

14:39 - 8:40DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

R26 085Qatar Airways

2 days ago

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Jan 5

19:45 - 21:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

34h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

16:46 - 18:35DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

R26 315United Airlines

3+ days ago

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Jan 5

19:45 - 21:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

34h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

16:46 - 18:35DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

41h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

R26 331United Airlines

1 day ago

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Jan 5

19:40 - 16:49JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

29h 09m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

12:30 - 11:25DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

38h 55m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle

R26 905Air France

2 days ago

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Jan 5

23:59 - 22:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

30h 36m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

11:04 - 19:10DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

24h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R29 645Delta

1 day ago

Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

22:00 - 17:35JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-DSM Des Moines

27h 35m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:00 - 18:35DSM Des Moines-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

26h 35m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark

R33 402United Airlines

3+ days ago

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines. It’s 23% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines.
How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines?
A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines takes 00m, covering 23 306 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines flight?
Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines range from R21 811 to R29 442, with an average of R26 671 over the past 12 months. Anything below R21 811 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about R25 265 to R46 363. That means the highest observed fare was about 83% higher than the lowest one.
Which car hire options are available at Des Moines Airport (DSM)?
Des Moines Airport (DSM) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R521 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Payless
• Budget
• Alamo
• Avis
Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines?
Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Des Moines (DSM).
Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines pass through?
Most connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R20 622 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R29 448, a difference of R8 826.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Des Moines?
Des Moines is 7 hours behind Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Central Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average R20 622, about R8 826 less than Thursday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Des Moines trip for January. Fares historically average R20 852 return in that month – typically R24 281 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Des Moines Airport.

• Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
• Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG
• Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

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