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$159+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Cancún (CUN)

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DSM — CUN
Apr 20 — Apr 271
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Cancún

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Cancún (CUN). 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 April 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$413
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$159
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$542
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Cancun flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Des Moines-Cancun flights.
From Des Moines to Cancun
One-way flight from Des Moines to Cancun
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($21 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/306:30 amDSM - CUN
2 stops25h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/69:12 amCUN - DSM
2 stops32h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$413
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Mon 5/125:27 pmDSM - CUN
1 stop19h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/172:40 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop9h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/14$439
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/111:04 amDSM - CUN
1 stop8h 58mAeromexico
Wed 10/1512:23 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop8h 27mAeromexico
Deal found 4/14$452
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 6/37:01 amDSM - CUN
2 stops12h 02mDelta
Tue 6/108:35 amCUN - DSM
2 stops14h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/14$453
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Mon 4/285:10 pmDSM - CUN
2 stops16h 54mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/53:46 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop7h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$514
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/265:25 amDSM - CUN
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Mon 6/302:45 pmCUN - DSM
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/14$676
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Thu 5/2910:59 amDSM - CUN
3 stops30h 28mWestJet
Thu 6/56:30 pmCUN - DSM
3 stops22h 36mWestJet
Deal found 4/14$860
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/72:14 pmDSM - CUN
2 stops27h 21mLATAM Airlines
Tue 11/111:20 amCUN - DSM
2 stops22h 03mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/14$2,183

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Cancún that are best for you.

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Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Fri 5/30

6:30 am-8:16 am

2 stops25h 46m

Cancun

Fri 6/6

9:12 am-5:18 pm

2 stops32h 06m

$413

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Mon 5/12

5:27 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop19h 48m

Cancun

Sat 5/17

2:40 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$439

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Tue 6/3

7:01 am-7:03 pm

2 stops12h 02m

Cancun

Tue 6/10

8:35 am-11:03 pm

2 stops14h 28m

$453

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Sat 6/21

2:25 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Cancun

Wed 6/25

3:25 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$513

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Mon 4/28

5:10 pm-10:04 am

2 stops16h 54m

Cancun

Mon 5/5

3:46 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$514

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Thu 6/26

5:25 am-3:25 pm

2 stops10h 00m

Cancun

Mon 6/30

2:45 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$676

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Thu 5/29

10:59 am-5:27 pm

3 stops30h 28m

Cancun

Thu 6/5

6:30 pm-5:06 pm

3 stops22h 36m

$860

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Thu 6/5

6:35 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops19h 40m

Cancun

Sun 6/8

1:20 am-11:03 pm

2 stops21h 43m

$2,441

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Sun 5/4

1:27 pm-11:14 am

1 stop21h 47m

$159

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Fri 4/25

7:27 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop18h 53m

$200

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Cancún

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 Cancún in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ScholarTripPrice 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-Cancún flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Cancún flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Cancún flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Cancún 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-Cancún 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 Cancún

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Cancún

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Cancún. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Cancún is 25 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from Des Moines to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Cancún is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Cancún. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Cancún flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cancún by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cancún ranges from 1.1 - 11.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.1 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Cancún when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Cancún by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cancún, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. 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 Cancún. Reviews last updated April 15, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Cancún, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and LATAM Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Cancún round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($439), Delta ($453), and Aeromexico ($513) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Cancún. American Airlines is priced at 24% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $200 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $234 and $241, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from Des Moines to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Cancún

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Cancún. 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 April 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$350Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$409Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$449Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$452Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$460Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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