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$254+ 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 12/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — PUJ
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Punta Cana are usually found in September or October, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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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 November 13, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Tue 12/95:40 amDSM - PUJ
1 stop8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/165:16 pmPUJ - DSM
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11$528
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/156:35 amDSM - PUJ
3 stops26h 01mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/158:05 pmPUJ - DSM
2 stops27h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$595
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/233:45 pmDSM - PUJ
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/304:27 pmPUJ - DSM
2 stops23h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$632
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/75:30 amDSM - PUJ
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/121:02 pmPUJ - DSM
1 stop11h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$640
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Tue 12/235:45 amDSM - PUJ
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/303:51 pmPUJ - DSM
1 stop9h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$675

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 November 13, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$495
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$254
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$865
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Punta Cana 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 November 13, 2025.
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 12/15

7:05 am-4:27 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Punta Cana

Thu 1/15

4:09 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$528

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

6:45 am-3:56 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Punta Cana

Tue 3/3

5:11 pm-10:17 am

1 stop19h 06m

$528

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

7:00 am-4:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Punta Cana

Fri 1/23

4:31 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$528

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Sun 2/22

5:39 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops19h 46m

Punta Cana

Tue 3/3

5:18 pm-10:43 am

2 stops19h 25m

$532

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Tue 2/24

5:15 pm-3:53 pm

2 stops20h 38m

Punta Cana

Tue 3/3

5:11 pm-10:17 am

1 stop19h 06m

$532

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Wed 2/18

6:00 am-3:46 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Punta Cana

Tue 2/24

4:22 pm-10:46 am

2 stops20h 24m

$532

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Mon 3/2

5:39 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop18h 21m

Punta Cana

Thu 3/5

5:11 pm-10:17 am

1 stop19h 06m

$552

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Mon 12/15

7:58 pm-5:33 pm

2 stops19h 35m

$254

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Sun 2/15

3:32 pm-5:33 pm

3 stops48h 01m

$282

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM - PUJ

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Mon 12/15

6:00 am-3:48 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$292

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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 November.
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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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 November 7, 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 $466). 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 November 13, 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.

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 November 13, 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
8,007 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,017 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
11,051 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Punta Cana. 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 Punta Cana?

    American Airlines and Delta can get you from Des Moines to Punta Cana in just under 7h 11m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11m. The distance between Des Moines and Punta Cana is about 2175 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 33% 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 $466). 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 November 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$498Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$536Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$559Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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