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$282+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Mexico City (MEX)

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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MEX
Apr 18 — Apr 251
Sat 4/18
Sat 4/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Mexico City

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Mexico City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Mexico City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 19, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/110:14 pm
DSM
-
MEX
1 stop22h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/811:00 am
MEX
-
DSM
1 stop9h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$441
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/303:02 pm
DSM
-
MEX
1 stop30h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/68:40 am
MEX
-
DSM
1 stop9h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$489
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/69:45 pm
DSM
-
MEX
2 stops15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/138:40 am
MEX
-
DSM
1 stop9h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14$494
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/32:16 pm
DSM
-
MEX
1 stop28h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/1011:05 am
MEX
-
DSM
2 stops33h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$525

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Mexico City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Mexico City (MEX). 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 March 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$441
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$282
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$549
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Mexico City 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 March 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Mexico City that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesMexico City

DSM - MEX

DSMMEX

Des Moines

Mon 4/6

9:45 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops15h 35m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 4/13

8:40 am-7:14 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$494

Des MoinesMexico City

DSM - MEX

DSMMEX

Des Moines

Fri 7/31

5:00 am-12:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 8/5

1:20 pm-12:52 pm

1 stop22h 32m

$555

Des MoinesMexico City

DSM - MEX

DSMMEX

Des Moines

Sun 5/3

11:00 am-11:10 pm

2 stops13h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 5/10

8:40 am-1:31 pm

1 stop27h 51m

$574

Des MoinesMexico City

DSM - MEX

DSMMEX

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

11:00 am-8:05 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 5/7

8:40 am-1:31 pm

1 stop27h 51m

$576

Des MoinesMexico City

DSM - MEX

DSMMEX

Des Moines

Wed 6/3

5:27 am-5:55 pm

2 stops13h 28m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 6/10

6:55 am-8:45 pm

2 stops12h 50m

$607
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesMexico City

DSM - MEX

DSMMEX

Des Moines

Tue 6/9

1:35 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops10h 35m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 6/30

8:05 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$622

Des MoinesMexico City

DSM - MEX

DSMMEX

Des Moines

Fri 7/31

2:15 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 8/5

8:40 am-8:45 pm

2 stops11h 05m

$637

Des MoinesMexico City

DSM - MEX

DSMMEX

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

5:45 am-8:45 pm

2 stops16h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 5/7

10:00 am-10:32 pm

2 stops11h 32m

$646

Des MoinesMexico City

DSM - MEX

DSMMEX

Des Moines

Wed 4/15

1:10 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 4/19

8:05 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$651

Des MoinesMexico City

DSM - MEX

DSMMEX

Des Moines

Sat 5/2

1:35 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops10h 35m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 5/9

8:05 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$664

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Deals found on 3/16

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Mexico City

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 Mexico City in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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-Mexico City flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Mexico City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Mexico City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Mexico City 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-Mexico City 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 Mexico City

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Mexico City from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Mexico City

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Mexico City?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Mexico City (average of $375). Flying from Des Moines to Mexico City in January is currently the most expensive (average of $568). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Mexico City?

Reviews of airlines servicing Mexico City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mexico City. 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 Mexico City. Reviews last updated March 19, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to Mexico City by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,439 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,439 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,439 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,472 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,439 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Mexico City. 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 Mexico City?

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Mexico City can take about 8h 06m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $555. The distance between Des Moines and Mexico City is about 1559 mi.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Mexico City, with prices starting at $379. Another option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $382 round trip. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Mexico City for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Mexico City 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 Mexico City?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Mexico City (average of $375). Flying from Des Moines to Mexico City in January is currently the most expensive (average of $568). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Mexico City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Mexico City. 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 March 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$379Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$382Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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