Mexico City

$195+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MEX
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Mexico City

Cheapest flights from Iowa to Mexico City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Mexico City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/243:44 pmOMA - MEX
1 stop18h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/246:00 amMEX - OMA
1 stop10h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$630
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Mon 12/227:48 pmCID - MEX
2 stops26h 57mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/158:10 amMEX - CID
1 stop11h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$693
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/248:45 amCID - MEX
2 stops15h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/3110:05 amMEX - CID
2 stops24h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$694
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/216:42 amOMA - MEX
1 stop6h 58mDelta
Tue 1/134:05 pmMEX - OMA
1 stop7h 49mDelta
Deal found 12/15$699
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:50 amDSM - MEX
2 stops11h 40mDelta
Mon 12/228:40 amMEX - DSM
2 stops12h 04mDelta
Deal found 12/17$708
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/265:47 amCID - MEX
1 stop16h 03mAeromexico
Wed 12/317:55 amMEX - CID
2 stops13h 33mAeromexico
Deal found 12/17$709
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/176:00 amMLI - MEX
2 stops12h 55mDelta
Fri 12/267:05 amMEX - MLI
1 stop15h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/16$724
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/247:48 pmCID - MEX
1 stop21h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/318:10 amMEX - CID
1 stop10h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$728
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/182:40 pmDSM - MEX
1 stop9h 30mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/226:02 amMEX - DSM
1 stop11h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$740
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/176:00 amMLI - MEX
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/264:16 pmMEX - MLI
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$741
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/258:45 amCID - MEX
2 stops15h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/313:20 pmMEX - CID
2 stops19h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$741
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/259:05 amOMA - MEX
2 stops15h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/315:45 pmMEX - OMA
2 stops17h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$741

Find flight deals from Iowa to Mexico City

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Mexico City flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$404
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$195
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$948
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Mexico City Benito Juarez flight deals.
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From Iowa to Mexico City Benito Juarez
One-way flight from Iowa to Mexico City Benito Juarez
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($181 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Mexico City that are best for you.

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Iowa

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Mexico City

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesMexico City

DSM - MEX

DSMMEX

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

2:58 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops31h 32m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 1/29

10:10 am-10:09 pm

1 stop11h 59m

$433

Des MoinesMexico City

DSM - MEX

DSMMEX

Des Moines

Sun 1/18

8:30 am-9:10 pm

1 stop12h 40m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 1/21

10:20 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops24h 26m

$482

Des MoinesMexico City

DSM - MEX

DSMMEX

Des Moines

Fri 1/30

8:30 am-7:20 am

2 stops22h 50m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 2/5

12:40 am-9:21 pm

2 stops20h 41m

$489

OmahaMexico City

OMA - MEX

OMAMEX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 2/23

7:19 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops50h 41m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 2/28

7:00 am-12:48 pm

2 stops29h 48m

$492

Cedar RapidsMexico City

CID - MEX

CIDMEX

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/19

5:45 am-9:21 pm

1 stop16h 36m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 5/25

10:50 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$534

Cedar RapidsMexico City

CID - MEX

CIDMEX

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/19

5:45 am-6:21 pm

1 stop13h 36m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 5/27

7:05 am-9:50 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$534

OmahaMexico City

OMA - MEX

OMAMEX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 4/1

1:49 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops10h 21m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 4/8

6:30 am-2:21 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$534

Cedar RapidsMexico City

CID - MEX

CIDMEX

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/19

5:45 am-4:15 pm

2 stops11h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 5/21

6:01 am-9:50 pm

2 stops14h 49m

$534

OmahaMexico City

OMA - MEX

OMAMEX

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 4/1

5:35 am-6:05 pm

2 stops13h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 4/8

12:45 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops10h 13m

$534

Cedar RapidsMexico City

CID - MEX

CIDMEX

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/19

5:45 am-8:05 pm

2 stops15h 20m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 5/26

11:00 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$534

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Mexico City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Mexico City

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Mexico City (average of $289). Flying from Iowa to Mexico City in January is currently the most expensive (average of $591). 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 MEX?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Mexico City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Iowa to Mexico City in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) if they book a flight to Mexico City from Iowa. Benito Juarez is conveniently located just 5.5 mi from Mexico City’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Mexico City?

    For as low as $534, Frontier can have you in Mexico City from Iowa in 13h 30m. The distance between Iowa and Mexico City is about 1521 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Mexico City?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa 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 Iowa to Mexico City?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Mexico City (average of $289). Flying from Iowa to Mexico City in January is currently the most expensive (average of $591). 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 Iowa to Mexico City

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$373Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$379Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$420Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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