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$230+ Cheap flights from Central America to Des Moines (DSM)

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SJO — DSM
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Central America to Des Moines

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Round-trip from

$353
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$230
(Kiwi.com)

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January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$666
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Cheapest flights from Central America to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Central America to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1712:23 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop24h 37mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/22:28 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop10h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Tue 4/156:00 amMGA - DSM
1 stop15h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/293:34 pmDSM - MGA
2 stops21h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$440
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sun 4/2712:59 amGUA - DSM
1 stop20h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/47:30 amDSM - GUA
2 stops41h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$488
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 9/81:55 pmSJO - DSM
1 stop27h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/204:05 pmDSM - SJO
1 stop22h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$495
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Fri 6/135:30 amSJO - DSM
1 stop15h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/158:00 amDSM - SJO
2 stops27h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$496
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/98:00 amSAL - DSM
1 stop13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/158:00 amDSM - SAL
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$507
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.
Tue 4/16:35 amSAP - DSM
1 stop15h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/73:12 pmDSM - SAP
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$515
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 6/256:00 amSAP - DSM
2 stops16h 52mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/26:00 amDSM - SAP
2 stops14h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$533
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 6/76:00 amSAL - DSM
1 stop15h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/225:32 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops18h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$541
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Fri 7/116:15 amGUA - DSM
1 stop15h 02mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/156:02 amDSM - GUA
1 stop11h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$558
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 7/312:35 amGUA - DSM
2 stops15h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/85:00 amDSM - GUA
2 stops15h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$563
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/91:25 pmSAL - DSM
2 stops20h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/156:47 pmDSM - SAL
2 stops26h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$567

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

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Central America

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/17

12:23 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop24h 37m

Des Moines

Fri 5/2

2:28 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop10h 22m

$353

ManaguaDes Moines

MGA - DSM

MGADSM

Managua Augusto C Sandino

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-9:52 pm

2 stops14h 52m

Des Moines

Tue 4/29

6:47 pm-12:06 pm

2 stops18h 19m

$440

Guatemala CityDes Moines

GUA - DSM

GUADSM

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 4/27

12:59 am-10:55 pm

1 stop20h 56m

Des Moines

Sun 5/4

7:30 am-12:04 am

2 stops41h 34m

$488

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/8

1:55 pm-6:31 pm

1 stop27h 36m

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

4:05 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$495

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/13

5:30 am-10:22 pm

1 stop15h 52m

Des Moines

Sun 6/15

8:00 am-10:11 am

2 stops27h 11m

$496

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 4/24

8:00 am-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Des Moines

Tue 4/29

8:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$507

San Pedro SulaDes Moines

SAP - DSM

SAPDSM

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Mon 9/8

12:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Des Moines

Wed 9/10

6:15 am-11:32 am

1 stop6h 17m

$517

San Pedro SulaDes Moines

SAP - DSM

SAPDSM

San Pedro Sula Ramon Villeda

Wed 6/25

6:00 am-11:52 pm

2 stops16h 52m

Des Moines

Wed 7/2

6:00 am-7:25 pm

2 stops14h 25m

$533

San SalvadorDes Moines

SAL - DSM

SALDSM

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 6/7

6:00 am-8:13 pm

2 stops13h 13m

Des Moines

Sun 6/22

5:32 pm-11:30 am

2 stops18h 58m

$541

Guatemala CityDes Moines

GUA - DSM

GUADSM

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 7/11

6:15 am-10:17 pm

1 stop15h 02m

Des Moines

Tue 7/15

6:02 am-4:32 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$558

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Central America to Des Moines

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Central America to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 CA to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Central America to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 2, 2025.

When flying from Central America to Des Moines, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, 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 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated April 2, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,615 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,022 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,302 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Des Moines from Central America, you will be flying to Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $274. American Airlines flights start at $283 while deals on Delta start at $435 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Central America to Des Moines is Guatemala City La Aurora - Des Moines. You may also consider San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Des Moines or San Salvador El Salvador Intl - Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Central America to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Central America to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). 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 3 airlines flying from Central America to Des Moines

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Central America to Des Moines. 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 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$396Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$411Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$475Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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