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$184+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Cancún (CUN)

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DSM — CUN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Cancún

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Cancún (CUN). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$373
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$184
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$649
From Des Moines to Cancun
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 7/116:30 amDSM - CUN
1 stop28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1812:26 pmCUN - DSM
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$373
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 9/77:00 amDSM - CUN
2 stops14h 03mAeromexico
Tue 9/169:00 amCUN - DSM
2 stops13h 23mAeromexico
Deal found 6/10$397
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 11/2410:15 amDSM - CUN
2 stops9h 47mDelta
Thu 11/278:10 amCUN - DSM
2 stops14h 14mDelta
Deal found 6/11$402
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 12/65:51 pmDSM - CUN
1 stop17h 12mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/124:25 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$439
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/287:33 pmDSM - CUN
1 stop20h 47mFrontier
Sun 8/33:25 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop27h 23mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$448
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 10/86:15 amDSM - CUN
1 stop13h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/147:51 amCUN - DSM
1 stop14h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$487
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 7/225:25 amDSM - CUN
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Sun 7/271:05 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop11h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$563

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Cancún 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Cancún that are best for you.

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Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Fri 7/11

6:30 am-11:20 am

1 stop28h 50m

Cancun

Fri 7/18

12:26 pm-5:16 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$373

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Mon 11/24

2:14 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Cancun

Wed 11/26

11:14 am-10:23 pm

2 stops12h 09m

$397

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Wed 9/10

7:00 am-9:03 pm

2 stops14h 03m

Cancun

Thu 9/11

7:52 am-10:23 pm

2 stops14h 31m

$414

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Mon 7/28

7:33 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop20h 47m

Cancun

Sun 8/3

3:25 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop27h 23m

$448

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Wed 11/19

6:54 am-3:40 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Cancun

Tue 12/2

7:05 pm-11:57 am

1 stop17h 52m

$458

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

6:15 am-7:20 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Cancun

Tue 10/14

7:51 am-10:28 pm

1 stop14h 37m

$487

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Tue 7/22

5:25 am-1:55 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Cancun

Sun 7/27

1:05 pm-12:05 am

1 stop11h 00m

$563

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Sat 11/1

7:43 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop17h 27m

$184

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Fri 7/25

7:33 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop20h 47m

$196

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Fri 7/25

2:00 pm-9:50 am

2 stops19h 50m

$215

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Cancún

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Cancún

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Cancún. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Cancún is 25 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 Cancún?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from Des Moines to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Cancún is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

Rainfall in Cancún by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cancún 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 Cancún when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Cancún by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cancún, 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 Cancún

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. 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 Cancún. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Cancún, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and Aeromexico. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,706 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Cancún. 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 flying from Des Moines to Cancún round-trip?

    According to our current data, Aeromexico ($397), Delta ($402), and American Airlines ($439) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Cancún. Aeromexico is priced at 31% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $184 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and United Airlines, with prices starting from $196 and $258, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Cancún 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 Cancún?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from Des Moines to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Cancún

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Cancún. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$350Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$419Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$449Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$460Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$469Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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