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$220+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)

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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PVR
Jun 18 — Jun 251
Thu 6/18
Thu 6/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta

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

This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/195:41 am
DSM
-
PVR
2 stops13h 58m
Aeromexico
Thu 7/231:39 pm
PVR
-
DSM
1 stop7h 50m
Aeromexico
Deal found 5/14$529
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/257:13 pm
DSM
-
PVR
1 stop16h 21m
American Airlines
Sun 8/211:38 am
PVR
-
DSM
1 stop11h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/14$579
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/224:13 pm
DSM
-
PVR
1 stop21h 04m
American Airlines
Sat 8/291:19 pm
PVR
-
DSM
1 stop8h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/14$584
This Rumbo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Rumbo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/306:50 am
DSM
-
PVR
2 stops12h 39m
Aeromexico
Tue 7/71:39 pm
PVR
-
DSM
1 stop7h 50m
Aeromexico
Deal found 5/16$602
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/114:48 pm
DSM
-
PVR
1 stop18h 51m
American Airlines
Wed 6/171:24 pm
PVR
-
DSM
1 stop18h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/14$625
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/166:50 am
DSM
-
PVR
2 stops16h 11m
Aeromexico
Tue 6/239:16 pm
PVR
-
DSM
2 stops24h 15m
Aeromexico
Deal found 5/18$643

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$519
(Aeromexico)

One-way from

$220
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$742
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($84 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta 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 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Sun 7/19

5:41 am-12:29 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 7/23

1:39 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$529

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Tue 6/30

6:50 am-6:29 pm

2 stops12h 39m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Tue 7/7

1:39 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$602

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Thu 6/11

7:02 pm-2:06 pm

2 stops20h 04m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 6/17

3:01 pm-9:11 am

2 stops17h 10m

$629

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Sun 7/19

3:24 pm-1:56 pm

2 stops23h 32m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 7/23

2:52 pm-6:13 pm

2 stops26h 21m

$663

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Sat 7/25

6:00 am-11:10 am

3 stops30h 10m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Sun 8/2

2:52 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$689

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Wed 6/3

5:27 am-12:31 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Wed 6/10

1:42 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$698

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Sun 8/9

5:40 am-12:29 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

Thu 8/13

10:05 am-10:37 pm

2 stops11h 32m

$712
Cheapest one-way

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

2:16 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops51h 29m

$229
Quickest one-way

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Wed 7/1

5:35 am-12:32 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$305

Des MoinesPuerto Vallarta

DSM - PVR

DSMPVR

Des Moines

Wed 10/14

7:32 pm-10:41 am

1 stop16h 09m

$335

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Deals found on 5/15

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Puerto Vallarta flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Puerto Vallarta flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Puerto Vallarta flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Puerto Vallarta flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Puerto Vallarta flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Puerto Vallarta from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta (average of $547). Flying from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta in May is currently the most expensive (average of $742). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta?

Reviews of airlines servicing Puerto Vallarta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Puerto Vallarta. 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 Puerto Vallarta. Reviews last updated May 19, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,733 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,733 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,733 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,645 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,733 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta. 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 Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta?

    Departing from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta will take you 7h 48m. The distance between Des Moines and Puerto Vallarta is about 1591 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 flying from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta round-trip from $437. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is American Airlines. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta for 30% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta 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 Puerto Vallarta?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta (average of $547). Flying from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta in May is currently the most expensive (average of $742). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Puerto Vallarta. 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 May 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$437Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$498Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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