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$140+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CUN
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Fri 2/27
Fri 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 January 28, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/94:13 pm
CID
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CUN
1 stop19h 03m
Frontier
Sat 3/149:53 am
CUN
-
CID
1 stop27h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$341
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/157:27 pm
DSM
-
CUN
1 stop20h 50m
Frontier
Thu 2/1912:24 pm
CUN
-
DSM
1 stop30h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$367
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/277:11 pm
CID
-
CUN
2 stops36h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/42:27 pm
CUN
-
CID
1 stop29h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$390
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 3/165:15 pm
MLI
-
CUN
1 stop15h 45m
Delta
Tue 3/248:00 am
CUN
-
MLI
1 stop14h 30m
Delta
Deal found 1/25$402
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/26:36 am
CID
-
CUN
1 stop8h 49m
Aeromexico
Wed 3/48:38 am
CUN
-
CID
2 stops13h 46m
Aeromexico
Deal found 1/27$402
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/217:09 pm
MLI
-
CUN
2 stops14h 52m
American Airlines
Wed 2/251:11 pm
CUN
-
MLI
1 stop11h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$407
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sun 4/268:00 am
CID
-
CUN
1 stop6h 26m
United Airlines
Fri 5/85:22 pm
CUN
-
CID
2 stops17h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$407
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/157:44 pm
DSM
-
CUN
1 stop15h 05m
American Airlines
Thu 2/192:33 pm
CUN
-
DSM
1 stop10h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$412
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 4/256:40 pm
CID
-
CUN
1 stop16h 03m
American Airlines
Wed 5/62:58 pm
CUN
-
CID
1 stop8h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$413
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/66:14 pm
OMA
-
CUN
1 stop20h 06m
Frontier
Tue 2/102:24 pm
CUN
-
OMA
1 stop26h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$417
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/226:20 am
OMA
-
CUN
1 stop9h 00m
American Airlines
Sat 2/286:59 pm
CUN
-
OMA
1 stop14h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$418
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sat 2/216:36 am
CID
-
CUN
2 stops11h 11m
Delta
Wed 2/254:25 pm
CUN
-
CID
1 stop7h 18m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$418

Find 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 January 28, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$341
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$140
(Kiwi.com)

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September

Average price

$565
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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 January 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Playa del Carmen that are best for you.

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MolineCancún

MLI - CUN

MLICUN

Moline Quad-City

Tue 3/17

5:15 pm-9:00 am

1 stop15h 45m

Cancun

Tue 3/24

8:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$402

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Sun 4/26

8:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Cancun

Thu 5/7

12:11 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$402

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Mon 4/20

6:45 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Cancun

Wed 4/29

12:45 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$402

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Wed 4/8

6:45 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Cancun

Tue 4/14

8:00 am-11:10 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$402

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Mon 4/27

8:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Cancun

Thu 5/7

12:55 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$402

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Mon 3/2

6:36 am-4:25 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Cancun

Wed 3/4

8:38 am-9:24 pm

2 stops13h 46m

$402

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Sun 4/26

8:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Cancun

Wed 5/6

12:55 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$402

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Mon 4/20

6:45 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Cancun

Wed 4/29

8:05 am-10:52 pm

2 stops14h 47m

$402

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Tue 4/28

9:15 am-7:19 pm

2 stops10h 04m

Cancun

Thu 5/7

12:55 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$402

MolineCancún

MLI - CUN

MLICUN

Moline Quad-City

Sat 2/21

7:09 pm-11:01 am

2 stops14h 52m

Cancun

Wed 2/25

12:49 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop11h 48m

$407

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Playa del Carmen (average of $259). Flying from Iowa to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $434). 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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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa 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.

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

    Airlines like Delta, United Airlines, and Aeromexico fly from Iowa to Playa del Carmen in about 6h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 30m. The distance from Iowa to Playa del Carmen is about 1467 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 American Airlines ($167), Delta ($187), and United Airlines ($254).

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

    The most popular route from Iowa to Playa del Carmen is Des Moines - Cancun. You may also consider Omaha Eppley Airfield - Cancun or Cedar Rapids - Cancun.

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa 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 Iowa to Playa del Carmen.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Playa del Carmen (average of $259). Flying from Iowa to Playa del Carmen in March is currently the most expensive (average of $434). 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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 January 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$220Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$345Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$367Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$367Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$547Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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