Punta Cana

$205+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Punta Cana (PUJ)

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DSM — PUJ
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Punta Cana are usually found in January or October, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Punta Cana

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Punta Cana (PUJ). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$388
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$205
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$860
From Des Moines to Punta Cana
One-way flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Punta Cana

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Punta Cana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Punta Cana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/142:00 pmDSM - PUJ
2 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/183:25 pmPUJ - DSM
2 stops26h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$388
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 7/215:17 pmDSM - PUJ
1 stop16h 44mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/2912:05 pmPUJ - DSM
1 stop11h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$417
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 6/196:45 pmDSM - PUJ
2 stops16h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/254:35 pmPUJ - DSM
2 stops18h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$538
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sun 6/155:40 amDSM - PUJ
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Tue 6/171:06 pmPUJ - DSM
1 stop10h 57mDelta
Deal found 6/11$969
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/221:05 pmDSM - PUJ
2 stops22h 40mAir Canada
Sat 11/2911:05 pmPUJ - DSM
2 stops17h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$1,106
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/192:20 pmDSM - PUJ
2 stops25h 00mLATAM Airlines
Tue 6/242:45 amPUJ - DSM
2 stops21h 18mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,664

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Punta Cana that are best for you.

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Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Mon 7/14

2:00 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops23h 30m

Punta Cana

Fri 7/18

3:25 pm-5:16 pm

2 stops26h 51m

$388

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Mon 7/21

5:17 pm-11:01 am

1 stop16h 44m

Punta Cana

Tue 7/29

12:05 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop11h 56m

$417

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Tue 7/1

6:24 am-3:05 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Punta Cana

Sun 7/6

1:50 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$589

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Sat 11/22

1:05 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops22h 40m

Punta Cana

Sat 11/29

11:05 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops17h 14m

$1,106

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Tue 11/11

2:14 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops23h 01m

Punta Cana

Mon 11/17

2:45 am-10:23 pm

2 stops21h 38m

$2,892

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Fri 7/25

6:30 am-1:05 pm

2 stops29h 35m

$205

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Tue 11/25

5:52 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops17h 33m

$291

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Fri 7/25

5:30 am-1:27 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$316

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Punta Cana is 34 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana (average of $443). Flying from Des Moines to Punta Cana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $596). 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 PUJ?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Punta Cana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Punta Cana is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

Rainfall in Punta Cana by month

Plan your trip to Punta Cana by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Punta Cana ranges from 2.1 - 6.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Punta Cana when rainfall is around 2.1 in.

Temperature in Punta Cana by month

Plan your trip to Punta Cana by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Punta Cana, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Punta Cana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Punta Cana. 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 Punta Cana. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, LATAM Airlines and United Airlines from Des Moines to Punta Cana. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Punta Cana round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($417), United Airlines ($589), and Air Canada ($1,106) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Punta Cana. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Punta Cana for 43% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Punta Cana?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana (average of $443). Flying from Des Moines to Punta Cana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $596). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Punta Cana

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Punta Cana. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$502Average$825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$531Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$556Average$828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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