Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Cape Town?

Flights from Des Moines to Cape Town usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Cape Town?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Cape Town: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Cape Town pass through?

Most connecting flights from Des Moines to Cape Town pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Cape Town?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Des Moines to Cape Town route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,344 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $2,140, a difference of $796. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Sea Point Pavilion and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Des Moines to Cape Town?

A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 8,788 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Cape Town?

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 Des Moines to Cape Town changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $2,450 to $10,370. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Des Moines to Cape Town looking right now?

One-way fares from Des Moines to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,393, which is 153% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Cape Town?

Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Des Moines (South Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Sixt • GREEN MOTION • Hertz • Woodford

How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Cape Town flight?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Cape Town range from $1,444 to $1,698, with an average of $1,596 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,444 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Cape Town?

British Airways ($2,450) and Ethiopian Air ($2,827) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Cape Town according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Cape Town?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $2,054. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Des Moines to Cape Town which airport offers the shortest layover?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Cape Town layovers at 874 minutes over the past 3 months.

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$2,450

Typical prices: $1,444-$1,698

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$1,164

Typical prices: $943-$949

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Mon 12/31

DSM - CPT • 2 stops

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Cape Town

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26

8:05 pm - 12:10 pmDSM Des Moines-CPT Cape Town Intl

56h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow

10:10 pm - 7:09 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-DSM Des Moines

28h 59m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl

$2,450British Airways

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26

5:00 am - 1:00 pmDSM Des Moines-CPT Cape Town Intl

48h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole

1:50 pm - 7:42 amCPT Cape Town Intl-DSM Des Moines

49h 52m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl

$2,827Ethiopian Air

Wed, Dec 30 - Thu, Dec 31

11:21 am - 6:00 pmDSM Des Moines-CPT Cape Town Intl

22h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

8:20 pm - 5:40 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-DSM Des Moines

29h 20m2 stops Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl

$5,868Multiple Airlines

Thu, Dec 17 - Fri, Jan 1

1:34 pm - 10:35 amDSM Des Moines-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 01m2 stops Denver Intl Frankfurt am Main

9:30 am - 9:23 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-DSM Des Moines

43h 53m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

$6,653Lufthansa

Thu, Dec 17 - Fri, Jan 1

3:26 pm - 8:05 amDSM Des Moines-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl London Heathrow

10:10 pm - 10:43 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-DSM Des Moines

32h 33m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl

$6,837British Airways

Wed, Dec 30 - Thu, Dec 31

8:00 am - 6:00 pmDSM Des Moines-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 00m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark

8:50 pm - 4:16 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-DSM Des Moines

27h 26m2 stops Newark Denver Intl

$7,391United Airlines

Thu, Dec 17 - Fri, Jan 1

5:00 am - 1:00 pmDSM Des Moines-CPT Cape Town Intl

48h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole

1:50 pm - 7:42 amCPT Cape Town Intl-DSM Des Moines

49h 52m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl

$9,762Ethiopian Air

Thu, Dec 17 - Fri, Jan 1

2:58 pm - 6:35 pmDSM Des Moines-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

8:50 pm - 10:49 amCPT Cape Town Intl-DSM Des Moines

21h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$10,326Delta

Thu, Dec 17 - Fri, Jan 1

11:01 am - 6:35 pmDSM Des Moines-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 34m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

8:50 pm - 10:49 amCPT Cape Town Intl-DSM Des Moines

21h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$10,331Delta

Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 31

2:58 pm - 6:35 pmDSM Des Moines-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:30 am - 10:38 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-DSM Des Moines

30h 08m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$10,370Delta

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Cape Town start at $2,450. Prices are above average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,444 to $1,698. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $2,450 on British Airways.

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Low season	March
High season	December
Cheapest flight	$1,164

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When to book flights from Des Moines to Cape Town

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Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Cape Town?
Flights from Des Moines to Cape Town usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Cape Town?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Des Moines to Cape Town:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Cape Town pass through?
Most connecting flights from Des Moines to Cape Town pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Cape Town?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Des Moines to Cape Town route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,344 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $2,140, a difference of $796. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?
Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Sea Point Pavilion and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Des Moines to Cape Town?
A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 8,788 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Cape Town?
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 Des Moines to Cape Town changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $2,450 to $10,370. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Des Moines to Cape Town looking right now?
One-way fares from Des Moines to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,393, which is 153% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Cape Town?
Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Des Moines (South Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?
Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Europcar
• Sixt
• GREEN MOTION
• Hertz
• Woodford
How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Cape Town flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Cape Town range from $1,444 to $1,698, with an average of $1,596 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,444 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average $1,344 - about $796 less than Saturday (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Cape Town trip for November. Fares historically average $1,412 round-trip in that month - typically $1,057 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
- Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
- Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
- Mbalentle

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