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$230+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)

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 2/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PVR
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR). 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 January 21, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$519
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$230
(Kiwi.com)

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August

Average price

$647
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 6/109:38 amDSM - PVR
1 stop5h 16mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/305:25 pmPVR - DSM
1 stop14h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$495
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 3/45:33 amDSM - PVR
1 stop7h 42mAeromexico
Thu 3/66:02 amPVR - DSM
2 stops16h 44mAeromexico
Deal found 1/21$538
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sun 2/235:34 amDSM - PVR
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Wed 2/265:30 pmPVR - DSM
2 stops18h 01mDelta
Deal found 1/21$542
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 2/215:45 amDSM - PVR
1 stop6h 39mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/271:26 pmPVR - DSM
1 stop10h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$563
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/46:45 pmDSM - PVR
3 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/79:37 amPVR - DSM
2 stops12h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$622
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/165:40 amDSM - PVR
2 stops9h 20mSouthwest
Mon 4/211:30 pmPVR - DSM
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 1/19$633
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/236:45 pmDSM - PVR
2 stops19h 30mAir Canada
Sun 11/303:15 pmPVR - DSM
2 stops22h 56mAir Canada
Deal found 1/20$1,283

Find flights from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta 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 21, 2025.

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Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Tue 6/10

9:38 am-1:54 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 7/30

5:25 pm-8:57 am

1 stop14h 32m

$495

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Tue 3/4

5:33 am-1:15 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Tue 3/11

1:16 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$538

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Sun 2/23

5:34 am-1:15 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 2/26

5:30 pm-11:31 am

2 stops18h 01m

$542

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Tue 2/4

6:45 pm-5:35 pm

3 stops22h 50m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Fri 2/7

9:37 am-10:02 pm

2 stops12h 25m

$622

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Sat 3/1

5:05 pm-12:54 pm

2 stops19h 49m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 3/6

1:50 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$632

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Thu 3/27

5:45 am-6:54 pm

2 stops14h 09m

$276

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Sat 3/15

6:45 pm-11:54 am

2 stops42h 09m

$387

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Fri 3/14

1:32 pm-11:20 am

2 stops22h 48m

$402

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Fri 3/14

5:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop12h 00m

$582

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Deals found on 1/20

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Puerto Vallarta from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta (average of $457). Flying from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta in October is currently the most expensive (average of $556). 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 PVR?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 5% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Puerto Vallarta by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Puerto Vallarta ranges from 0.2 - 14.3 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 14.3 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Puerto Vallarta when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Puerto Vallarta by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Puerto Vallarta, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 69.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Puerto Vallarta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Puerto Vallarta. 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 Puerto Vallarta. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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.

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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
8,985 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

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

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta round-trip from $519. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Aeromexico, from $538, and Delta, from $542. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta for 16% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $276. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta 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 Puerto Vallarta?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta (average of $457). Flying from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta in October is currently the most expensive (average of $556). 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 Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta. 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 21, 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapest$484Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$492Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$498Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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