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$168+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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 11/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CUN
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Playa del Carmen

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Iowa (USIA) to Playa del Carmen (PL9). 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 November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/72:27 pmCID - CUN
1 stop23h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/113:35 pmCUN - CID
1 stop9h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$370
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/65:07 pmDSM - CUN
1 stop19h 01mFrontier
Thu 12/269:53 amCUN - DSM
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Deal found 11/21$409
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 11/296:05 amOMA - CUN
1 stop9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/45:19 pmCUN - OMA
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$410
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/65:07 pmDSM - CUN
1 stop19h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/138:10 amCUN - DSM
1 stop10h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$414
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Thu 11/288:00 amOMA - CUN
2 stops11h 18mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/56:30 amCUN - OMA
1 stop8h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$445
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/75:30 pmCID - CUN
2 stops18h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/116:30 amCUN - CID
2 stops15h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$458
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Mon 12/165:50 amDSM - CUN
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Thu 1/91:45 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Deal found 11/21$482
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 12/135:50 amDSM - CUN
1 stop8h 25mAeromexico
Thu 1/94:25 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop7h 26mAeromexico
Deal found 11/21$507
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/185:00 amDSM - CUN
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/221:30 pmCUN - DSM
2 stops10h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$512
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 11/265:42 amCID - CUN
2 stops13h 24mDelta
Tue 12/311:15 amCUN - CID
2 stops12h 40mDelta
Deal found 11/20$518
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/46:00 amDSM - CUN
2 stops13h 18mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/112:44 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$527
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 11/205:27 amCID - CUN
2 stops17h 56mAeromexico
Mon 11/2512:10 pmCUN - CID
1 stop10h 44mAeromexico
Deal found 11/20$534

Find flights from Iowa to Playa del Carmen within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Playa del Carmen 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Wed 4/23

5:15 am-5:20 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Cancun

Wed 4/30

1:00 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$346

WaterlooCancún

ALO - CUN

ALOCUN

Waterloo

Sat 2/22

6:26 pm-3:08 pm

2 stops19h 42m

Cancun

Thu 2/27

3:05 pm-9:11 am

2 stops19h 06m

$351

MolineCancún

MLI - CUN

MLICUN

Moline Quad-City

Mon 1/13

6:00 am-2:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Cancun

Fri 1/17

11:40 am-10:22 pm

1 stop11h 42m

$354

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Thu 1/23

5:32 pm-11:25 am

2 stops16h 53m

Cancun

Thu 2/13

3:18 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$361

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 2/26

3:58 pm-2:34 pm

1 stop21h 36m

Cancun

Tue 3/4

3:49 pm-2:58 pm

1 stop24h 09m

$402

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Fri 12/6

5:07 pm-1:08 pm

1 stop19h 01m

Cancun

Thu 12/26

9:53 am-6:18 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$409

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 2/26

5:20 am-6:26 pm

2 stops12h 06m

Cancun

Tue 3/4

11:14 am-11:58 pm

2 stops13h 44m

$414

MolineCancún

MLI - CUN

MLICUN

Moline Quad-City

Fri 1/10

5:48 am-3:15 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Cancun

Fri 1/17

8:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$416

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Thu 1/23

5:38 am-6:36 pm

2 stops11h 58m

Cancun

Thu 2/13

8:59 am-10:27 pm

2 stops14h 28m

$416

MolineCancún

MLI - CUN

MLICUN

Moline Quad-City

Thu 2/20

5:47 am-10:29 pm

2 stops15h 42m

Cancun

Wed 2/26

8:59 am-10:38 pm

2 stops14h 39m

$427

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Playa del Carmen

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Travel insights for flights from Iowa to Playa del Carmen

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Iowa to Playa del Carmen including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Iowa to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $462). 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 IA to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Playa del Carmen. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

When flying from Iowa to Playa del Carmen, 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 Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Playa del Carmen 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 Playa del Carmen when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Playa del Carmen, 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 Playa del Carmen

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Playa del Carmen. 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 Playa del Carmen. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and Frontier from Iowa to Playa del Carmen have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
2,004 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,811 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Playa del Carmen. 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 to fly from Iowa to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Iowa to Playa del Carmen are American Airlines ($168), United Airlines ($206), and Delta ($232).

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Playa del Carmen?

    The most popular route from Iowa to Playa del Carmen is Des Moines - Cancun. You may also consider Omaha Eppley Airfield - Cancun or Cedar Rapids - Cancun.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Iowa to Playa del Carmen that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Iowa to Playa del Carmen flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Playa del Carmen?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Iowa to Playa del Carmen.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Iowa to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa to Playa del Carmen 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 Iowa to Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Iowa to Playa del Carmen in June is currently the most expensive (average of $462). 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 Iowa to Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Playa del Carmen. 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$129Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$360Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$388Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$414Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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