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$399+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Punta Cana (PUJ)

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PUJ
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Punta Cana are usually found in September or August, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Punta Cana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Punta Cana (PUJ). 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 April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$538
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$399
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$684
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Punta Cana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Punta Cana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 6/17:15 pmDSM - PUJ
2 stops18h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/811:56 amPUJ - DSM
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$538
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 11/265:18 amDSM - PUJ
1 stop9h 17mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/52:05 pmPUJ - DSM
1 stop10h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$575
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/253:35 pmDSM - PUJ
2 stops20h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/294:35 pmPUJ - DSM
2 stops18h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$633
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/33:38 pmDSM - PUJ
2 stops22h 42mAir Canada
Sun 6/82:25 pmPUJ - DSM
2 stops31h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 4/17$760
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/16:35 pmDSM - PUJ
2 stops19h 45mLATAM Airlines
Sat 6/72:45 amPUJ - DSM
2 stops21h 18mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/17$2,353

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

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Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Sun 6/1

7:15 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops18h 02m

Punta Cana

Sun 6/8

11:56 am-12:46 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$538

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Fri 7/4

10:07 am-2:08 pm

1 stop27h 01m

Punta Cana

Sun 7/13

3:20 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$587

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

3:35 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops20h 05m

Punta Cana

Thu 5/29

4:35 pm-10:20 am

2 stops18h 45m

$633

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Tue 6/3

3:38 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops22h 42m

Punta Cana

Sun 6/8

2:25 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops31h 57m

$760

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Sun 6/1

6:35 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Punta Cana

Sat 6/7

2:45 am-11:03 pm

2 stops21h 18m

$2,353

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Thu 6/5

5:32 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops18h 03m

$399

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Deals found on 4/17

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Punta Cana in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice 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-Punta Cana flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Punta Cana flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Punta Cana flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Punta Cana flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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-Punta Cana 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 Punta Cana

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Punta Cana is 34 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana (average of $443). Flying from Des Moines to Punta Cana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $598). 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 PUJ?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Punta Cana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Punta Cana is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

Rainfall in Punta Cana by month

Plan your trip to Punta Cana by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Punta Cana ranges from 2.1 - 6.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Punta Cana when rainfall is around 2.1 in.

Temperature in Punta Cana by month

Plan your trip to Punta Cana by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Punta Cana, 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 77.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Punta Cana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Punta Cana. 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 Punta Cana. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

MCO - BOG

The problem was the delayed departure for airport reason I understood it was not a Latam responsibility. The crew could give something to drink and not only a candy.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,761 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

MCO - BOG

The problem was the delayed departure for airport reason I understood it was not a Latam responsibility. The crew could give something to drink and not only a candy.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

MCO - BOG

The problem was the delayed departure for airport reason I understood it was not a Latam responsibility. The crew could give something to drink and not only a candy.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

MCO - BOG

The problem was the delayed departure for airport reason I understood it was not a Latam responsibility. The crew could give something to drink and not only a candy.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,142 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

MCO - BOG

The problem was the delayed departure for airport reason I understood it was not a Latam responsibility. The crew could give something to drink and not only a candy.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Punta Cana round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($587), United Airlines ($633), and Air Canada ($760) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Punta Cana. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Punta Cana for 15% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Punta Cana?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Punta Cana 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 Punta Cana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana (average of $443). Flying from Des Moines to Punta Cana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $598). 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 Punta Cana

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$474Average$744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$532Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$589Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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