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$421+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Punta Cana (PUJ)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PUJ
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 30, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 12/1310:38 amDSM - PUJ
1 stop30h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/206:08 pmPUJ - DSM
1 stop16h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$421
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/144:21 pmDSM - PUJ
2 stops22h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/2111:35 amPUJ - DSM
1 stop12h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$458
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 12/112:56 pmDSM - PUJ
1 stop23h 54mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/186:08 pmPUJ - DSM
2 stops46h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$459
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/127:28 pmDSM - PUJ
2 stops19h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/191:10 pmPUJ - DSM
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$472
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Fri 11/78:40 amDSM - PUJ
2 stops54h 27mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1110:45 amPUJ - DSM
1 stop25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$480

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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$421
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$621
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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 Moines

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Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Sat 12/13

10:38 am-6:50 pm

1 stop30h 12m

Punta Cana

Sat 12/20

6:08 pm-8:56 am

1 stop16h 48m

$432

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Thu 12/11

2:56 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop23h 54m

Punta Cana

Thu 12/18

6:08 pm-2:57 pm

2 stops46h 49m

$459

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Sun 12/14

4:21 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops27h 08m

Punta Cana

Sun 12/21

11:35 am-10:26 pm

1 stop12h 51m

$460

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Fri 12/12

7:28 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops19h 22m

Punta Cana

Fri 12/19

1:10 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$472

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Fri 11/7

8:40 am-5:07 pm

2 stops54h 27m

Punta Cana

Tue 11/11

10:45 am-10:05 am

1 stop25h 20m

$480

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Deals found on 10/29

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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 Punta Cana in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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-Punta Cana flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Punta Cana flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Punta Cana flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Punta Cana flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Punta Cana 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 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 October 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Des Moines to Punta Cana is 83 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana (average of $461). Flying from Des Moines to Punta Cana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $615). 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 October 30, 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 50% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Punta Cana?

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 October 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to Punta Cana by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

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, Delta ($498), American Airlines ($536), and United Airlines ($559) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Punta Cana. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Punta Cana for 32% 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?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Punta Cana 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 Punta Cana?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana (average of $461). Flying from Des Moines to Punta Cana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $615). 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$498Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$536Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$559Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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