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$183+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Central America

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DSM — SJO
Jan 21 — Jan 281
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Tue 1/28
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$431
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One-way from

$183
(American Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

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Mon 2/248:00 amDSM - PTY
1 stop10h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/48:55 amPTY - DSM
1 stop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$431
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Mon 1/278:00 amDSM - SAL
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/118:00 amSAL - DSM
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$438
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Sat 3/13:15 pmDSM - PTY
2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/84:40 pmPTY - DSM
2 stops21h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$446
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/192:06 pmDSM - PTY
2 stops22h 24mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/262:30 pmPTY - DSM
2 stops22h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$452
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Wed 3/266:00 amDSM - SAL
1 stop14h 05mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/21:10 pmSAL - DSM
1 stop8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$460
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Tue 4/158:00 amDSM - SAL
1 stop13h 17mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/293:30 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops22h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/14$474
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sun 4/278:00 amDSM - BZE
1 stop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/112:20 pmBZE - DSM
1 stop9h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$503
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Wed 5/76:04 amDSM - BZE
2 stops9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/1311:45 amBZE - DSM
2 stops23h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$507
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Mon 4/145:00 amDSM - GUA
1 stop9h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/292:25 pmGUA - DSM
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$522
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Mon 3/37:00 amDSM - GUA
2 stops25h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/912:53 amGUA - DSM
3 stops21h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$538
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Tue 11/256:54 amDSM - LIR
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/23:25 pmLIR - DSM
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$544
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Sun 3/25:34 amDSM - PTY
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Sun 3/97:24 amPTY - DSM
1 stop10h 21mDelta
Deal found 1/16$551

Find flights from Des Moines to Central America within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Central America 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 January 16, 2025.

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Des MoinesPanama City

DSM - PTY

DSMPTY

Des Moines

Mon 2/24

8:00 am-7:38 pm

1 stop10h 38m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Tue 3/4

8:55 am-10:30 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$431

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Mon 1/27

8:00 am-7:25 pm

1 stop11h 25m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 2/11

8:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$438

Des MoinesPanama City

DSM - PTY

DSMPTY

Des Moines

Sat 3/1

3:15 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops22h 30m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Sat 3/8

4:40 pm-1:32 pm

2 stops21h 52m

$446

Des MoinesPanama City

DSM - PTY

DSMPTY

Des Moines

Wed 2/19

2:06 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops22h 24m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 2/26

2:30 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops22h 51m

$452

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Wed 3/26

6:00 am-7:05 pm

1 stop14h 05m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 4/2

1:10 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$460

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Tue 4/15

6:47 pm-2:23 pm

2 stops20h 36m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 4/29

3:30 pm-2:38 pm

2 stops22h 08m

$474

Des MoinesBelize City

DSM - BZE

DSMBZE

Des Moines

Sun 4/27

6:47 pm-11:15 am

2 stops17h 28m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Thu 5/1

2:35 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$503

Des MoinesBelize City

DSM - BZE

DSMBZE

Des Moines

Wed 5/7

5:30 am-2:04 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Tue 5/13

11:45 am-12:21 pm

2 stops23h 36m

$507

Des MoinesGuatemala City

DSM - GUA

DSMGUA

Des Moines

Mon 4/14

5:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 4/29

2:25 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$522

Des MoinesGuatemala City

DSM - GUA

DSMGUA

Des Moines

Mon 3/3

7:00 am-8:52 am

2 stops25h 52m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 3/9

12:53 am-11:15 pm

3 stops21h 22m

$538

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Central America

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Central America

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines to Central America including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Des Moines to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Central America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Central America as you normally would.

Rainfall in Central America by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Central America ranges from 0.0 - 13.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Central America when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Central America by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Central America, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 73.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Central America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Central America. 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 Central America. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Avianca
6.9
Okay
2,573 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Central America. 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 Central America?

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Central America. Des Moines is conveniently located just 3.6 mi from Des Moines’s city center.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $183. United Airlines flights start at $198 while deals on Delta start at $1,607 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to Central America?

    The most popular flight routes from Des Moines to Central America are Des Moines - Panama City Tocumen Intl, Des Moines - San Salvador El Salvador Intl and Des Moines - San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Central America 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 Central America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Central America (average of $398). Flying from Des Moines to Central America in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Central America

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Central America. 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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$329Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$334Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$350Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$456Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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