Playa del Carmen

$208+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CUN
Apr 18 — Apr 251
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen

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

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/48:23 pm
DSM
-
CUN
1 stop15h 41m
Frontier
Tue 5/123:39 pm
CUN
-
DSM
1 stop21h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 4/155:44 am
DSM
-
CUN
1 stop6h 24m
American Airlines
Wed 4/2212:05 pm
CUN
-
DSM
1 stop11h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16$395
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/108:14 pm
DSM
-
CUN
1 stop15h 10m
Frontier
Mon 4/1310:13 am
CUN
-
DSM
1 stop9h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 3/15$409
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.
Sun 4/122:36 pm
DSM
-
CUN
1 stop20h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/1511:09 am
CUN
-
DSM
2 stops28h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14$431
This Aeromexico 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/35:45 am
DSM
-
CUN
2 stops19h 26m
Aeromexico
Tue 5/56:42 pm
CUN
-
DSM
2 stops23h 03m
Aeromexico
Deal found 3/15$434
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/167:05 pm
DSM
-
CUN
1 stop16h 52m
American Airlines
Wed 5/202:35 pm
CUN
-
DSM
1 stop7h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/17$443

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated March 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$359
(Frontier)

One-way from

$208
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$659
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Cancun flight deals.
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From Des Moines to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Price

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Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Tue 4/28

8:20 am-2:18 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Cancun

Tue 5/5

1:43 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$447

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Mon 5/4

7:00 am-8:15 pm

2 stops13h 15m

Cancun

Tue 5/12

9:14 am-10:32 pm

2 stops13h 18m

$468

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Tue 4/14

5:30 am-2:18 pm

2 stops8h 48m

Cancun

Sat 4/18

3:43 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$492

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Fri 5/8

7:01 am-8:16 pm

2 stops13h 15m

Cancun

Fri 5/15

12:45 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$540

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Sat 7/25

6:30 pm-9:56 am

1 stop15h 26m

Cancun

Tue 7/28

8:00 am-5:42 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$559

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Sun 7/26

6:20 am-12:47 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Cancun

Fri 7/31

8:00 am-8:45 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$564

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Sat 4/25

7:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops12h 40m

Cancun

Sat 5/2

9:12 am-10:34 pm

2 stops13h 22m

$578

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Sat 8/1

6:30 pm-12:01 pm

2 stops17h 31m

Cancun

Wed 8/5

12:29 pm-9:19 am

2 stops20h 50m

$580

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Thu 7/23

6:20 am-12:47 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Cancun

Fri 7/31

8:00 am-8:45 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$594

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Fri 5/8

8:25 pm-10:06 am

2 stops13h 41m

Cancun

Fri 5/15

5:22 pm-9:23 am

2 stops16h 01m

$603

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 25 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen (average of $321). Flying from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen in August is currently the most expensive (average of $527). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Playa del Carmen

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Playa del Carmen. 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 Playa del Carmen. Reviews last updated March 19, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen. 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 from for flights from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen?

    For a flight from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Playa del Carmen per day. 5 airlines have flights to Playa del Carmen from Des Moines on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Delta fly from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen in about 5h 58m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 17m. The distance between Des Moines and Playa del Carmen is about 1470 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen 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 Playa del Carmen?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen (average of $321). Flying from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen in August is currently the most expensive (average of $527). 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 Playa del Carmen

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen. 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
AeromexicoCheapest$233Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$397Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$422Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$457Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$569Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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