Cancún

$165+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CUN
Nov 6 — Nov 131
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Cancún

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Cancún flight deals. Data was last updated October 7, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$349
(Aeromexico)

One-way from

$165
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$519
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From Iowa to Cancun
One-way flight from Iowa to Cancun
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($46 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

Find flight deals from Iowa to Cancún

Cheapest flights from Iowa to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 7, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 12/95:07 amOMA - CUN
1 stop9h 26mDelta
Tue 12/164:34 pmCUN - OMA
1 stop8h 43mDelta
Deal found 10/6$358
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 12/135:56 pmCID - CUN
1 stop19h 34mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/193:24 pmCUN - CID
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/7$358
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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.
Sun 10/266:20 amMLI - CUN
1 stop10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/303:00 pmCUN - MLI
1 stop8h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/7$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Mon 10/206:00 amOMA - CUN
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/3011:28 amCUN - OMA
1 stop7h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/6$360
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 11/85:55 pmCID - CUN
1 stop17h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/123:54 pmCUN - CID
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/7$360
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Mon 10/205:25 amOMA - CUN
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Thu 10/301:00 pmCUN - OMA
2 stops10h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 10/6$365
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 11/16:23 pmOMA - CUN
1 stop21h 43mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/78:45 amCUN - OMA
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/6$368
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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 11/245:10 amOMA - CUN
1 stop15h 10mDelta
Wed 12/38:00 amCUN - OMA
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Deal found 10/6$371
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. 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 11/156:09 pmOMA - CUN
1 stop16h 56mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/195:20 pmCUN - OMA
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/7$381
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/6. 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.
Fri 11/285:55 pmOMA - CUN
1 stop15h 02mDelta
Wed 12/33:10 pmCUN - OMA
1 stop8h 54mDelta
Deal found 10/6$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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 11/196:00 amDSM - CUN
1 stop9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/265:20 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/5$382
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/5. 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.
Thu 11/275:54 amCID - CUN
1 stop14h 26mAeromexico
Thu 12/43:07 pmCUN - CID
1 stop8h 29mAeromexico
Deal found 10/5$392

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 October 7, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Cancún that are best for you.

Fly from

Iowa

Fly to

Cancún

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Sat 12/13

5:56 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop19h 34m

Cancun

Fri 12/19

5:10 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$358

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 10/20

6:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Cancun

Thu 10/30

11:28 am-6:49 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$360

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Sat 11/8

5:55 pm-11:03 am

1 stop16h 08m

Cancun

Wed 11/12

3:54 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$360

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Tue 10/21

8:24 am-3:20 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Cancun

Fri 10/24

6:05 pm-9:11 am

1 stop15h 06m

$360

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 11/24

5:10 am-9:20 pm

1 stop15h 10m

Cancun

Wed 12/3

8:00 am-2:23 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$371

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Thu 11/27

5:54 am-9:20 pm

1 stop14h 26m

Cancun

Thu 12/4

3:07 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$392

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 12/14

6:00 am-2:18 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Cancun

Sun 12/21

4:51 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$392

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 11/27

12:00 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Cancun

Fri 12/5

4:34 pm-12:17 am

1 stop8h 43m

$392

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 11/28

5:55 pm-11:03 am

1 stop16h 08m

Cancun

Wed 12/3

8:49 am-12:17 am

2 stops16h 28m

$392

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 11/14

6:00 am-3:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Cancun

Wed 11/19

12:28 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$392

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Cancún

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Cancún

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to Cancún?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Cancún (average of $247). Flying from Iowa to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa 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 October 7, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Iowa to Cancún by exploring options for tickets at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Iowa to Cancún?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cancún from Iowa?

    Cancun (CUN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Iowa to Cancún. It is only a 8.9 mi journey from Cancun (CUN) to Cancún’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Cancún?

    Departing from Iowa to Cancún will take you 7h. Iowa and Cancún are separated by a distance of 1495 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $165. Users have also found prices from $165 and $199 on American Airlines and Aeromexico, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Cancún?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Cancún?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa 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 Iowa to Cancún?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Cancún (average of $247). Flying from Iowa to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$276Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$338Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$437Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$460Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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