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$201+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Punta Cana (PUJ)

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PUJ
Jan 29 — Feb 51
Thu 1/29
Thu 2/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 December 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Wed 12/313:28 pmDSM - PUJ
2 stops18h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/42:27 pmPUJ - DSM
1 stop11h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/30$1,094
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:21 pmDSM - PUJ
1 stop17h 07mDelta
Fri 1/26:03 pmPUJ - DSM
2 stops19h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/29$1,126
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:21 pmDSM - PUJ
1 stop17h 07mDelta
Sun 1/43:38 pmPUJ - DSM
1 stop8h 51mDelta
Deal found 12/29$1,197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:00 amDSM - PUJ
2 stops26h 59mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/45:20 pmPUJ - DSM
2 stops19h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,220
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:00 amDSM - PUJ
2 stops30h 14mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:20 pmPUJ - DSM
2 stops19h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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.
Wed 12/318:31 amDSM - PUJ
2 stops27h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/36:08 pmPUJ - DSM
1 stop25h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:55 pmDSM - PUJ
1 stop18h 40mDelta
Fri 1/23:38 pmPUJ - DSM
2 stops21h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/29$1,335
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/313:00 pmDSM - PUJ
1 stop23h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/45:20 pmPUJ - DSM
2 stops19h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,336
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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.
Tue 12/302:35 pmDSM - PUJ
2 stops21h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/36:08 pmPUJ - DSM
1 stop25h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,346

Find 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 December 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$428
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$424
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$704
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($97 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 2/23

10:29 am-6:00 pm

1 stop29h 31m

Punta Cana

Sat 2/28

4:52 pm-6:42 pm

2 stops27h 50m

$449

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Sun 1/11

2:58 pm-4:36 pm

1 stop23h 38m

Punta Cana

Sat 1/17

5:47 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop30h 59m

$461

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Tue 4/7

6:00 am-1:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Punta Cana

Tue 4/14

11:45 am-9:15 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$496

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Wed 4/1

5:35 am-3:40 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Punta Cana

Tue 4/7

2:45 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$524

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Sat 5/2

8:01 pm-1:46 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Punta Cana

Wed 5/6

3:39 pm-12:11 am

1 stop9h 32m

$528

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Wed 1/28

5:16 pm-4:21 pm

2 stops21h 05m

Punta Cana

Wed 2/4

3:45 pm-9:41 am

2 stops19h 56m

$532

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Sat 1/31

5:51 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops19h 04m

Punta Cana

Fri 2/6

1:11 pm-11:23 pm

2 stops12h 12m

$532

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Mon 5/18

2:35 pm-12:18 pm

2 stops20h 43m

Punta Cana

Thu 5/28

1:45 pm-10:16 am

2 stops21h 31m

$532

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Sun 3/1

7:44 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops18h 11m

Punta Cana

Sun 3/8

4:36 pm-8:59 am

2 stops17h 23m

$535

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Fri 2/13

7:17 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops16h 48m

Punta Cana

Fri 2/20

1:10 pm-9:25 am

1 stop22h 15m

$549

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Deals found on 12/29

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Punta Cana

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 December.
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
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Punta Cana 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 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 December 26, 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 May is currently the most expensive (average of $626). 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.

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 December 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta 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
8,017 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,073 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,017 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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 ($392), and American Airlines ($529) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Punta Cana. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Punta Cana for 48% 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Punta Cana?

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

  • 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 May is currently the most expensive (average of $626). 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 Punta Cana

Discover the top 2 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 December 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$498Average$874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$529Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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