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$191+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Cancún (CUN)

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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CUN
ene. 11 — ene. 181
dom. 1/11
dom. 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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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 diciembre 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mié. 12/105:45 amDSM - CUN
2 stops11h 05mUnited Airlines
mié. 12/174:51 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$429
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
dom. 12/146:50 amDSM - CUN
2 stops13h 30mDelta
vie. 12/1911:09 amCUN - DSM
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Deal found 12/9$433
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
lun. 12/155:34 amDSM - CUN
1 stop7h 31mDelta
sáb. 12/2012:15 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop9h 29mDelta
Deal found 12/9$474
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/215:30 amDSM - CUN
1 stop9h 15mUnited Airlines
vie. 12/268:15 amCUN - DSM
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$485
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
vie. 12/125:45 amDSM - CUN
1 stop9h 00mUnited Airlines
dom. 12/141:27 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop9h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$519
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/208:29 pmDSM - CUN
1 stop19h 43mFrontier
jue. 12/254:58 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop27h 46mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$533
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mar. 12/305:55 pmDSM - CUN
1 stop17h 15mDelta
mar. 1/68:00 amCUN - DSM
1 stop15h 29mDelta
Deal found 12/9$573
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/178:00 amDSM - CUN
2 stops11h 18mUnited Airlines
mié. 12/248:39 amCUN - DSM
2 stops16h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$583
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mié. 12/176:15 amDSM - CUN
2 stops9h 45mSouthwest
mié. 12/248:20 amCUN - DSM
2 stops14h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$592

Find 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$359
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$191
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$628
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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 diciembre 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

mié. 2/4

11:26 am-9:11 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Cancun

mar. 2/10

11:18 am-10:29 pm

2 stops12h 11m

$435

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

lun. 1/19

8:10 am-3:59 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Cancun

vie. 1/23

12:28 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop11h 02m

$435

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

lun. 2/9

5:35 am-2:03 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Cancun

jue. 2/19

8:00 am-4:27 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$435

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

mié. 2/25

8:08 am-3:59 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Cancun

mié. 3/4

4:51 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$435

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

mar. 2/3

11:26 am-9:11 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Cancun

mar. 2/10

11:18 am-10:29 pm

2 stops12h 11m

$435

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

mié. 2/18

6:50 am-8:02 pm

2 stops12h 12m

Cancun

mié. 2/25

11:00 am-4:27 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$435

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

mar. 1/20

5:35 am-9:11 pm

1 stop14h 36m

Cancun

vie. 1/23

12:25 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$435

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

sáb. 2/21

6:49 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop16h 41m

Cancun

vie. 2/27

8:39 am-8:41 pm

2 stops13h 02m

$440

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

dom. 1/25

2:58 pm-12:16 pm

1 stop20h 18m

$200

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

mar. 12/30

5:55 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$201

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Cancún

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 Cancún in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 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-Cancún flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Cancún flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Cancún flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Cancún flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Cancún 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 Cancún

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cancún from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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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 December 5, 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Cancún (average of $321). Flying from Des Moines to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of $490). 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 diciembre 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 10% on airfare.

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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Cancún, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,643 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Cancún?

    Departing from Des Moines to Cancún will take you 6h 49m. Des Moines and Cancún are separated by a distance of 1470 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Aeromexico ($276), Delta ($398), and American Airlines ($455) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Cancún. Aeromexico is priced at 53% 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?

    $199 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 United Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $217 and $250, 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Cancún (average of $321). Flying from Des Moines to Cancún in August is currently the most expensive (average of $490). 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$398Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$410Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$457Average$611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$464Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$547Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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