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$173+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Central America

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — SJO
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$319
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$173
(United Airlines)

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September

Average price

$679
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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 March 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 4/283:25 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/412:55 amSJO - DSM
1 stop20h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$319
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/148:00 amDSM - PTY
1 stop8h 12mSWISS
Wed 5/217:55 amPTY - DSM
1 stop14h 50mSWISS
Deal found 3/30$399
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/148:00 amDSM - PTY
1 stop8h 12mLufthansa
Wed 5/213:20 pmPTY - DSM
2 stops18h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 3/30$400
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 5/148:00 amDSM - PTY
1 stop8h 12mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/217:55 amPTY - DSM
1 stop14h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$403
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/142:01 pmDSM - PTY
2 stops22h 18mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/211:20 pmPTY - DSM
2 stops10h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$406
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/142:01 pmDSM - MGA
2 stops22h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/2112:21 pmMGA - DSM
2 stops23h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$406
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 5/148:00 amDSM - SAL
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/213:30 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops17h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$409
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/153:45 pmDSM - GUA
2 stops19h 31mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/2212:33 pmGUA - DSM
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$419
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Tue 6/243:47 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops20h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/112:30 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops19h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$474
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/145:27 pmDSM - GUA
1 stop20h 33mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/212:05 pmGUA - DSM
1 stop25h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$475
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Sat 5/246:30 amDSM - PTY
2 stops13h 23mDelta
Sat 5/318:00 amPTY - DSM
1 stop9h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/30$486
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 5/1411:26 amDSM - MGA
2 stops25h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/211:20 pmMGA - DSM
1 stop8h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$497

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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 March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Central America that are best for you.

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Central America

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Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Mon 4/28

3:25 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/4

12:55 am-9:58 pm

1 stop20h 03m

$319

Des MoinesPanama City

DSM - PTY

DSMPTY

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

8:00 am-4:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/21

7:55 am-10:45 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$399

Des MoinesPanama City

DSM - PTY

DSMPTY

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

8:00 am-4:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/21

3:20 pm-10:10 am

2 stops18h 50m

$400

Des MoinesPanama City

DSM - PTY

DSMPTY

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

8:00 am-4:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/21

7:55 am-10:45 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$403

Des MoinesPanama City

DSM - PTY

DSMPTY

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

2:01 pm-12:19 pm

2 stops22h 18m

Panama City Tocumen Intl

Wed 5/21

1:20 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops10h 38m

$406

Des MoinesManagua

DSM - MGA

DSMMGA

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

2:01 pm-11:21 am

2 stops22h 20m

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Wed 5/21

12:21 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$406

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

11:26 am-2:23 pm

2 stops27h 57m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 5/21

3:30 pm-10:10 am

2 stops17h 40m

$409

Des MoinesGuatemala City

DSM - GUA

DSMGUA

Des Moines

Thu 5/15

3:45 pm-10:16 am

2 stops19h 31m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 5/22

12:33 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$419

Des MoinesSan Salvador

DSM - SAL

DSMSAL

Des Moines

Tue 6/24

3:47 pm-11:30 am

2 stops20h 43m

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 7/1

12:30 pm-9:04 am

2 stops19h 34m

$474

Des MoinesGuatemala City

DSM - GUA

DSMGUA

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

5:27 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 33m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 5/21

2:05 pm-4:37 pm

1 stop25h 32m

$475

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

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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 March 31, 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 March 31, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,400 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
770 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,570 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $173. American Airlines flights start at $179 while deals on Delta start at $259 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 - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, Des Moines - Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson and Des Moines - Liberia.

  • 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.

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  • 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$349Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$349Average$676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$354Average$664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$456Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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