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$198+ 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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CUN
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$349
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$198
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$571
From Des Moines to Playa del Carmen
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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 August 18, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Sun 10/1910:41 amDSM - CUN
1 stop26h 03mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/289:09 amCUN - DSM
1 stop25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$349
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/205:51 pmDSM - CUN
2 stops18h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/281:49 pmCUN - DSM
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$357
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/302:05 pmDSM - CUN
1 stop6h 10mAeromexico
Tue 10/78:00 amCUN - DSM
1 stop9h 44mAeromexico
Deal found 8/16$372
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Thu 10/210:41 amDSM - CUN
1 stop26h 18mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/91:49 pmCUN - DSM
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$395
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Thu 11/1310:50 amDSM - CUN
1 stop24h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/151:35 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$399

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Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Sun 10/19

10:41 am-12:44 pm

1 stop26h 03m

Cancun

Tue 10/28

9:09 am-10:29 am

1 stop25h 20m

$349

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Mon 10/20

5:51 pm-12:44 pm

2 stops18h 53m

Cancun

Tue 10/28

1:49 pm-10:29 am

2 stops20h 40m

$357

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

2:05 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Cancun

Tue 10/7

8:00 am-5:44 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$372

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Thu 11/13

10:50 am-9:32 am

2 stops21h 42m

Cancun

Sat 11/15

11:42 am-10:00 am

2 stops23h 18m

$379

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

5:10 am-3:03 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$198

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

10:20 am-8:15 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$198

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Thu 8/21

6:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$359

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Thu 8/21

8:30 am-9:39 am

3 stops25h 09m

$403

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Deals found on 8/16

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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 August 8, 2025.

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen?

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 August 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Aeromexico 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,718 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $198. Delta flights start at $198 while deals on Southwest start at $359 one-way.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Des Moines to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$350Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$397Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$452Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$453Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$460Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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