Riviera Maya

$167+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Riviera Maya

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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CUN
Nov 29 — Dec 61
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Riviera Maya
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Riviera Maya. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/115:10 amOMA - CUN
1 stop9h 24mDelta
Fri 11/144:34 pmCUN - OMA
1 stop8h 40mDelta
Deal found 10/27$360
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.
Sun 12/72:56 pmDSM - CUN
1 stop21h 17mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/112:36 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$364
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.
Mon 12/87:58 pmDSM - CUN
2 stops28h 38mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/112:36 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$367
This SmartFares 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/105:10 amOMA - CUN
1 stop9h 24mAeromexico
Thu 11/131:32 pmCUN - OMA
1 stop11h 42mAeromexico
Deal found 10/28$372
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/118:15 amOMA - CUN
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/184:51 pmCUN - OMA
1 stop6h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$381
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.
Wed 11/262:00 pmDSM - CUN
1 stop26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/42:36 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$385
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.
Fri 12/127:58 pmDSM - CUN
2 stops38h 38mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/194:58 pmCUN - DSM
1 stop27h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$389
This Aeromexico 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/95:07 amOMA - CUN
1 stop15h 13mAeromexico
Tue 12/1612:00 pmCUN - OMA
1 stop13h 16mAeromexico
Deal found 10/30$393
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/309:44 pmOMA - CZM
2 stops15h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/72:25 pmCZM - OMA
2 stops21h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$397
This Aeromexico 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/105:54 amCID - CUN
1 stop8h 40mAeromexico
Thu 11/1311:50 amCUN - CID
1 stop11h 48mAeromexico
Deal found 10/30$397
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:23 pmOMA - CZM
1 stop20h 23mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/193:05 pmCZM - OMA
1 stop7h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$399
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.
Thu 11/278:22 pmOMA - CUN
1 stop19h 58mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/42:14 pmCUN - OMA
2 stops24h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$399

Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Riviera Maya

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Iowa to Riviera Maya flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$355
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$167
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$519
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Cancun flight deals.
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From Iowa to Riviera Maya
One-way flight from Iowa to Riviera Maya
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($46 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Riviera Maya that are best for you.

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OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 1/31

8:00 am-5:50 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Cancun

Sat 2/7

4:20 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$362

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 1/22

6:10 am-4:09 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Cancun

Mon 1/26

5:21 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$362

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Wed 1/28

5:35 am-4:45 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Cancun

Thu 2/5

8:38 am-10:45 pm

2 stops15h 07m

$362

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/21

8:15 am-3:59 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Cancun

Mon 1/26

4:20 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$362

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Fri 2/6

5:35 am-4:45 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Cancun

Wed 2/11

8:38 am-10:45 pm

2 stops15h 07m

$362

MolineCancún

MLI - CUN

MLICUN

Moline Quad-City

Sun 1/18

3:58 pm-10:30 am

2 stops17h 32m

Cancun

Fri 1/23

8:45 am-9:58 pm

1 stop14h 13m

$367

WaterlooCancún

ALO - CUN

ALOCUN

Waterloo

Thu 1/8

3:23 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops20h 00m

Cancun

Tue 1/13

8:45 am-10:23 pm

2 stops14h 38m

$367

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 1/20

9:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Cancun

Mon 1/26

12:05 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops12h 53m

$367

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Tue 2/17

6:35 am-3:35 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Cancun

Fri 2/20

8:39 am-8:36 pm

2 stops12h 57m

$367

WaterlooCancún

ALO - CUN

ALOCUN

Waterloo

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-2:51 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Cancun

Tue 2/3

5:11 pm-2:53 pm

2 stops22h 42m

$367

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Riviera Maya

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Riviera Maya

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Iowa to Riviera Maya?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Riviera Maya (average of $247). Flying from Iowa to Riviera Maya in March is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 IA to ETW?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa to Riviera Maya. 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 Iowa to Riviera Maya 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 19% on airfare.

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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Riviera Maya. 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 Iowa to Riviera Maya?

    For as low as $362, United Airlines can have you in Riviera Maya from Iowa in 8h 50m. The distance between Iowa and Riviera Maya is about 1495 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa to Riviera Maya one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Iowa to Riviera Maya are American Airlines ($167), Delta ($167), and United Airlines ($167).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Iowa to Riviera Maya that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Iowa to Riviera Maya flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Iowa to Riviera Maya?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Iowa to Riviera Maya.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Iowa to Riviera Maya?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa to Riviera Maya 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 Iowa to Riviera Maya?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Riviera Maya (average of $247). Flying from Iowa to Riviera Maya in March is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 5 airlines flying from Iowa to Riviera Maya

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Iowa to Riviera Maya. 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
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeromexicoCheapest$326Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$338Average$592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$437Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$547Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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