$768 Find Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Africa

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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Africa

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Cairo
Cairo2 stops$1,264
Casablanca
Casablanca3 stops$768
Lagos
Lagos2 stops$1,548
Accra
Accra3 stops$1,672
Cape Town
Cape Town2 stops$1,436
Marrakech
Marrakech2 stops$1,074
Tunis
Tunis2 stops$1,356
Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa2 stops$1,214
Entebbe
Entebbe2 stops$1,210
Kigali
Kigali2 stops$1,284
Cairo
Cairo2 stops$1,264
Casablanca
Casablanca3 stops$768
Lagos
Lagos2 stops$1,548
Accra
Accra3 stops$1,672
Cape Town
Cape Town2 stops$1,436
Marrakech
Marrakech2 stops$1,074
Tunis
Tunis2 stops$1,356
Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa2 stops$1,214
Entebbe
Entebbe2 stops$1,210
Kigali
Kigali2 stops$1,284

Book Cheap Des Moines to Africa Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Africa that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Africa

Tue, Oct 27 - Fri, Nov 20
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 9:30 am
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CMN
19h 30m
3 stops
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12:15 pm - 2:11 pm
CMN
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DSM
32h 56m
2 stops
$768United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Fri, Nov 20
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 9:30 am
DSM
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CMN
19h 30m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:15 pm - 10:20 am
CMN
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DSM
29h 05m
2 stops
$769United Airlines
Tue, Jun 30 - Tue, Jul 7
Air France Logo
5:00 pm - 5:50 pm
DSM
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RAK
18h 50m
2 stops
Air France Logo
6:10 am - 10:29 pm
RAK
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DSM
22h 19m
2 stops
$1,160Air France
Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13
Qatar Airways Logo
2:36 pm - 3:30 pm
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EBB
40h 54m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
1:40 am - 11:28 pm
EBB
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DSM
29h 48m
2 stops
$1,210Qatar Airways
Thu, Jul 2 - Thu, Jul 9
Delta Logo
6:08 am - 2:55 pm
DSM
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RAK
26h 47m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 10:29 pm
RAK
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DSM
22h 19m
2 stops
$1,230Delta
Mon, Jul 27 - Thu, Aug 27
Qatar Airways Logo
8:45 am - 1:30 pm
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KGL
45h 45m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 pm - 12:16 am
KGL
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DSM
38h 56m
2 stops
$1,284Qatar Airways
Wed, Jul 1 - Wed, Jul 8
Lufthansa Logo
6:50 pm - 3:05 am
DSM
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CAI
48h 15m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
4:45 am - 10:51 pm
CAI
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DSM
26h 06m
2 stops
$1,376Lufthansa
Tue, Jun 30 - Mon, Jul 6
Air France Logo
5:00 pm - 1:30 am
DSM
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CAI
24h 30m
2 stops
Air France Logo
3:25 am - 10:29 pm
CAI
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DSM
27h 04m
2 stops
$1,419Air France
Wed, Jul 1 - Wed, Jul 8
Lufthansa Logo
6:50 pm - 3:05 am
DSM
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CAI
48h 15m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
4:45 am - 10:51 pm
CAI
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DSM
26h 06m
2 stops
$1,433Lufthansa
Mon, Jul 20 - Wed, Jul 29
Delta Logo
11:30 am - 9:45 am
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LOS
16h 15m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:10 pm - 8:49 pm
LOS
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DSM
28h 39m
2 stops
$1,764Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Des Moines to Africa flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Africa?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Africa, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Des Moines to Africa is January, when tickets cost $565 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,180 and $1,087 respectively.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$768
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 48% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 31% lower on average.
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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Des Moines to Africa

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Des Moines to Africa? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8452 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.8Comfort
7.2Food
7.8Entertainment
8.5Crew
Airline reviews

I continue to be satisfied with Delta’s excellent service out of LGA. The digit id works well and gets me through security in no time. Whenever possible, I choose Delta.

10.0 Excellentangela, May 2026
LGA - PBI
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I continue to be satisfied with Delta’s excellent service out of LGA. The digit id works well and gets me through security in no time. Whenever possible, I choose Delta.

Was revoked with Jet Blue due to delay from Kenya Air

The Boarding process was great. Particularly since my wife and I require assistance. The flight attendants were amazing. We travel frequently; they honestly were a cut above. 😀

Enjoyed it very much. Especially liked the free WiFi that Delta offers.

Smooth flight. Left on time, and got in 15 minutes early. Onboard video was great

For some reason, TSA Atlanta didn’t have my bag on the flight on time and they don’t have to provide Delta a reason for that.

WiFi didn’t work on two of four planes. Flight attendants were not overly friendly or welcoming. Planes were extremely slow to board and deplane.

Delta does a great job with entertainment and free wifi. I can still be in touch with my colleagues while in the air.

Aside from a completely packed plane, I really have no complaints.

Bus to plane was delayed for no apparent reason and our luggage was still on the belt when they shut it off. Took about 20 minutes to turn it back on to get our luggage.

Extremely uncomfortable seats with very little cushioning, unable to recline enough to sleep comfortably on this 13 hour overnight flight. My body was in pain by the end.

When we checked in at the Siem Reap Airport in Cambodia, we were only given three boarding passes and told that we would have to check in with American when we arrived in Boston. This was a source of stress for us. After we landed in Boston, we had a long passage from Terminal E to Terminal B (American Airline ticketing counter). Because the electronic ticketing kiosks for check-in would not recognize our Confirmation Code, we had to wait for an hour in a long line where only two AA reps were taking care of Special Services passengers. In many years of both business and recreational travel, I have never had this experience. I would expect more from AA being in partnership with other airlines to do a better job with this.

Our experience on the Doha to Hyderabad segment was extremely stressful due to prolonged delays and a lack of clear communication from the airline. We were traveling as a family, including children, and the uncertainty around timing and next steps caused significant distress. There was very little proactive information provided during the delay, and we were not given clear written explanations about what was happening or how long it might take. This made it difficult to manage the situation, especially while caring for children in a transit environment. In addition, one member of our party was ultimately unable to continue travel, which added to the emotional strain and disruption of the trip. Overall, the experience highlighted gaps in communication, customer care, and handling of unexpected situations. We are sharing this feedback so that future passengers, especially families, are supported with clearer communication and better assistance during irregular operations.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

It would help id flight crew were not rude and showed some courtesy. They were shouting at passengers and yelling instructions as if we were school children at lunch cafeteria!!

All good. Over four hours flight if provided snacks like Qatar Airways would be better

Lobster starter in business class was not good, tough, served cold, and without butter. Movie selection was missing latest releases, did not offer older classic, high quality movies

Food was absolutely pathetic. I wasted so much food which I thought was inedible. I also loathe the inflight entertainment system which has very little content

My entire row did not have power for the full duration of a 14.5 hour flight. Could not charge any devices such as laptop or phones for the entirety of the long flight. The flight attendants tried to remedy the issue by resetting the power, but were not successful. The only other solution provided was to move me to another seat on the plane which was in the middle row. I had paid for a “preferred” seat that was a window seat. This was a downgrade being offered due to the power issue.

Nothing to complain. The staff and flight was good especially the seats which was better compared than the cloth ones on Qatar airways

Everything is good except the seats are tightened no rooms for the legs,

The flight crew was exceptionally friendly and helpful. Also the seats were comfortable and roomier than many other airlines.

The plane's pilots, including the captain himself, thanked me for the flight. I know it's just marketing, but it was really nice to see these people. It's a great idea. Airplane food is never "good," but the entire crew and flight organization were top-notch. I really liked Delta, and I think I've traveled all over the world, and that was something new for me. Maybe even the old planes, the B767, but next time I have a choice, Delta will be my first choice. Thank you, a satisfied passenger :)

Middle seats SUCK!!!! I paid more money than I should have because of your terrible site Kayak.com. I'll try to use your competitors going forward. I am so disappointed you would play off business class.com as business class seats

The boarding was efficient. The entertainment system was a bit unstable but Air France has a good selection of movies.

They lost my bag and I still haven’t received it yet

They lost my bag and I still have not received it

Not consistent with the food quality (I mean taste not freshness)

Safe and stable made me sleepy and I slept and dreamt 😂😂😂😂

Food was really mediocre for premium economy in comparison to other airlines… the crew was nowhere to be found… 14 hour flight…

Late plane. Only one crew on the ground so we b had to wait for Denver flight to come in, board, and depart. At 78 yrs of age I was not pleased trying to get my connection. What really made me angry was the notification you sent me to hurry up or I would miss my connection. Why tell me to hurry up when you got me in late. It was not a good way of treating customers.

No complaints other than luggage carousel was incorrectly guiding passengers to the wrong carousel on the screen.

Did not like that we couldn't complete check in on-line without providing pictures of our passports. Worry about identity theft. We had no delays and boarding was handled In an efficient manner.

We were a little disappointed to not be able to complete check in online without uploading pics of passports. Also we have KTN's and they weren't on our boarding passes when we got to security. Had to trek back to counter to have them fix.

Excellent service in Polaris class IAD to ZRH. Arrived rested and well fed after the overnight flight.

My flight time was changed without any notification to me which ruined my time sensitive plans so I ended up completely changing my travel plans and no reimbursement.

Excellent! I got to Munich and was transferred to my Lufthansa flight quickly, in 15 to 20 minutes, so I did not miss my flight. However, I had checked my overhead bag at the boarding gate in Tampa. That got to Tunis the next day. That is to be expected.

It's a short hop. My carryon was checked at the gate, I didn't have to drag it all over the airport. Excellent wheelchair assist.

WiFi didn’t exist , seats were super cramped, lights stayed on near my seat for a long time while others were dimmed, the food/trash/drink cart hit my shoulder at least a couple of times while moving, food options were down to just one option by the time it got to my row, the utensils were garbage (knife bent at a couple of places by the time I was done eating) the spoon was very flimsy plastic

Friendliest Flight Attendant I’ve seen since I flew on Southwest Airlines. The whole trip was outstanding…and arrived Early!

Good food, overall very comfy. The flight was full so obviously not optimal, but it is what it is.

Perfect airline, super friendly, great service, tasty food. Would fly again.

Parents with permanently crying baby on board. Neither parents nor crew did anything to calm the baby. The food was extremely disappointing. Seafood stew was very, very small! Not even appetizer size! Seat had a gap in the back. Had to use a pillow to fill it.

Food choices limited & not enticing Seats quite uncomfortable & difficult to control

Definitely get premium economy on a flight this long if you can. Your legs and while body will thank you.

Flight was delayed by several hours and then cancelled due to weather. But Staff was very helpful getting me on a different flight. United should offer food coupons and tooth brush and paste for stranded passengers

I upgraded to the business class cabin. It was the poorest business class I have ever experienced. No access to any business lounge in Tampa airport. Seats are not comfortable. I had a window seat and had to step/crawl over the next seat. Food was mediocre and service below average for business class. Bathroom location was ridiculous. No place to wait. I cannot believe I paid this kind of money and will never fly Lufthansa Discover again. They really should reimburse me somehow.

Boarding was disorganized. The door to one to the toilets wouldn’t lock. The plane was shockingly cramped, and clearly used for domestic flights due to the menus for items to sell domestic travelers. United should be ashamed of its small seats, tiny unclean toilets, and money grubbing stance toward services, compared to Lufthansa, Emirates, and most international carriers United is awful.

Was never allowed on and not refunded the full amount of the ticket plus charged a $300 processing fee.

Terrible. Lost our luggage for 4 days. Did not advise passengers there was a strike in Barcelona Airport and had zero personnel on hand at airport to advise passengers on where to go to file claims. We had to fend for ourselves. No assistance at all other than an online claims submission process that we had to find out about on our own.

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