Playa del Carmen

$199+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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DSM — CUN
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Playa del Carmen

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Playa del Carmen flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$359
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$199
(Orbitz)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$565
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From Iowa to Playa del Carmen
One-way flight from Iowa to Playa del Carmen
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($21 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

Find flight deals from Iowa to Playa del Carmen

Cheapest flights from Iowa to Playa del Carmen
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Playa del Carmen. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 5/135:00 amMLI - CUN
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/1610:45 amCUN - MLI
1 stop11h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 5/137:11 amCID - CUN
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/1610:55 amCUN - CID
1 stop12h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 5/1310:55 amMLI - CUN
2 stops8h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/165:22 pmCUN - MLI
2 stops16h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$363
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/911:17 amOMA - CUN
1 stop9h 03mDelta
Fri 5/1612:30 pmCUN - OMA
1 stop8h 30mDelta
Deal found 4/30$370
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/45:30 amCID - CUN
2 stops13h 33mDelta
Sun 6/811:34 amCUN - CID
2 stops11h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/30$380
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/97:19 pmDSM - CUN
1 stop12h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/149:35 amCUN - DSM
1 stop26h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$384
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 8/106:16 amOMA - CUN
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/177:45 amCUN - OMA
1 stop11h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$394
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/65:30 amCID - CUN
2 stops18h 00mAeromexico
Tue 6/109:30 amCUN - CID
2 stops13h 22mAeromexico
Deal found 4/30$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/148:05 amCID - CUN
2 stops11h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/177:51 amCUN - CID
2 stops13h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$442
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/136:00 amMLI - CUN
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Tue 5/209:55 amCUN - MLI
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Deal found 4/30$447
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 5/122:15 pmDSM - CUN
1 stop6h 05mAeromexico
Tue 5/208:00 amCUN - DSM
1 stop9h 50mAeromexico
Deal found 4/28$453
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/126:30 amDSM - CUN
2 stops13h 50mDelta
Tue 5/208:00 amCUN - DSM
2 stops13h 06mDelta
Deal found 4/28$457

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa to Playa del Carmen 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Playa del Carmen

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MolineCancún

MLI - CUN

MLICUN

Moline Quad-City

Tue 5/13

5:00 am-1:40 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Cancun

Fri 5/16

10:45 am-10:14 pm

1 stop11h 29m

$359

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/13

7:11 am-1:40 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Cancun

Fri 5/16

10:55 am-11:08 pm

1 stop12h 13m

$359

MolineCancún

MLI - CUN

MLICUN

Moline Quad-City

Tue 5/13

10:55 am-7:20 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Cancun

Fri 5/16

5:22 pm-10:11 am

2 stops16h 49m

$363

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 5/9

9:30 am-4:45 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Cancun

Fri 5/16

3:01 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$370

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 7/12

6:16 pm-9:40 am

1 stop15h 24m

Cancun

Thu 7/17

4:25 pm-12:34 am

1 stop8h 09m

$377

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 6/10

10:39 am-8:20 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Cancun

Tue 6/17

8:00 am-5:29 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$379

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Fri 6/6

6:25 am-5:30 pm

2 stops11h 05m

Cancun

Tue 6/10

9:30 am-10:53 pm

2 stops13h 23m

$380

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Mon 6/9

7:19 pm-8:16 am

1 stop12h 57m

Cancun

Sat 6/14

9:35 am-11:49 am

1 stop26h 14m

$384

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Tue 5/13

8:05 am-7:20 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Cancun

Sat 8/2

7:51 am-9:50 pm

2 stops13h 59m

$404

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Sat 7/26

7:16 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop21h 04m

Cancun

Fri 8/1

7:00 am-10:56 pm

2 stops15h 56m

$418

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Playa del Carmen

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Iowa 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 IA to PL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa 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 May 1, 2025.

When flying from Iowa 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.

Rainfall in Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Playa del Carmen ranges from 1.1 - 11.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.1 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Playa del Carmen when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Playa del Carmen by month

Plan your trip to Playa del Carmen by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Playa del Carmen, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and LATAM Airlines from Iowa to Playa del Carmen have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Iowa to Playa del Carmen are Frontier ($199), United Airlines ($236), and Air Canada ($658).

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Playa del Carmen?

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Playa del Carmen (average of $360). Flying from Iowa 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 Iowa to Playa del Carmen

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$278Average$566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$324Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$326Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$413Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$460Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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