Latest deals
Insights
When to book
FAQs
Reviews
Price Alerts

Cheap flights from Des Moines to Cancún from $161

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Des Moines to Cancún departing on 8/24. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Find the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Cancún

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:44 pm - 10:03 am
DSM
-
CUN
36h 19m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:59 pm - 6:15 pm
CUN
-
DSM
28h 16m
1 stop
$457Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:19 pm - 12:49 pm
DSM
-
CUN
22h 30m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:50 pm - 1:05 pm
CUN
-
DSM
39h 15m
3 stops
$479Multiple Airlines
Mon, Aug 10 - Tue, Aug 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:41 pm - 9:23 am
DSM
-
CUN
17h 42m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:25 am - 1:34 pm
CUN
-
DSM
32h 09m
2 stops
$482Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Thu, Aug 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:44 pm - 9:55 am
DSM
-
CUN
36h 11m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:59 pm - 6:15 pm
CUN
-
DSM
28h 16m
1 stop
$484Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 13
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 5:50 pm
DSM
-
CUN
8h 50m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:18 pm - 9:17 pm
CUN
-
DSM
6h 59m
1 stop
$517United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:41 pm - 9:23 am
DSM
-
CUN
17h 42m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:23 am - 7:54 pm
CUN
-
DSM
9h 31m
1 stop
$522Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Thu, Aug 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 2:22 pm
DSM
-
CUN
8h 42m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:25 am - 1:34 pm
CUN
-
DSM
32h 09m
2 stops
$524Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:55 am - 12:56 pm
DSM
-
CUN
6h 01m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:25 am - 1:34 pm
CUN
-
DSM
32h 09m
2 stops
$527Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30
Aeromexico Logo
5:40 am - 11:25 am
DSM
-
CUN
5h 45m
1 stop
Aeromexico Logo
12:30 pm - 10:37 pm
CUN
-
DSM
10h 07m
1 stop
$534Aeromexico
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1
Frontier Logo
2:19 pm - 12:49 pm
DSM
-
CUN
22h 30m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
10:17 am - 1:34 pm
CUN
-
DSM
51h 17m
2 stops
$537Frontier
Fri, Jul 31 - Mon, Aug 3

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.
Search flight deals

Aeromexico flights from Des Moines to Cancún

Our best Aeromexico deals on Des Moines to Cancún flight tickets
Aeromexico
Aug 25
DSM5:40 amDes Moines
5h 45m
1 stop
CUN11:25 amCancun
Sep 1
CUN12:30 pmCancun
10h 07m
1 stop
DSM10:37 pmDes Moines
$534
Aeromexico
Aug 21
DSM5:40 amDes Moines
8h 42m
1 stop
CUN2:22 pmCancun
Aug 28
CUN8:01 amCancun
14h 36m
2 stops
DSM10:37 pmDes Moines
$539
Aeromexico
Aug 21
DSM5:40 amDes Moines
8h 42m
1 stop
CUN2:22 pmCancun
Aug 28
CUN8:05 amCancun
9h 45m
1 stop
DSM5:50 pmDes Moines
$544

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Cancún

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to Cancún flight tickets
United Airlines
Jul 19
DSM6:20 amDes Moines
5h 42m
1 stop
CUN12:02 pmCancun
Aug 3
CUN12:55 pmCancun
10h 01m
1 stop
DSM10:56 pmDes Moines
$710
United Airlines
Jul 21
DSM5:50 amDes Moines
8h 50m
1 stop
CUN2:40 pmCancun
Aug 6
CUN7:51 amCancun
14h 44m
1 stop
DSM10:35 pmDes Moines
$734
United Airlines
Jul 21
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
11h 19m
2 stops
CUN7:19 pmCancun
Aug 5
CUN5:22 pmCancun
22h 53m
2 stops
DSM4:15 pmDes Moines
$738

momondo Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Cancún 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Cancún that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Thu 8/6

9:44 pm-10:03 am

2 stops36h 19m

Cancun

Thu 8/13

1:59 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop28h 16m

$457

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Mon 8/10

2:19 pm-12:49 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Cancun

Tue 8/18

9:50 pm-1:05 pm

3 stops39h 15m

$479

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Sun 8/16

3:41 pm-9:23 am

1 stop17h 42m

Cancun

Thu 8/20

5:25 am-1:34 pm

2 stops32h 09m

$482

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Thu 8/6

9:44 pm-9:55 am

2 stops36h 11m

Cancun

Thu 8/13

1:59 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop28h 16m

$484
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Wed 12/2

8:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Cancun

Wed 12/9

3:18 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$517

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Sun 8/16

3:41 pm-9:23 am

1 stop17h 42m

Cancun

Thu 8/20

10:23 am-7:54 pm

1 stop9h 31m

$522

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Sun 8/23

5:40 am-2:22 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Cancun

Sun 8/30

5:25 am-1:34 pm

2 stops32h 09m

$524

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Sun 8/23

6:55 am-12:56 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Cancun

Sun 8/30

5:25 am-1:34 pm

2 stops32h 09m

$527

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Tue 8/25

5:40 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 45m

Cancun

Tue 9/1

12:30 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$534

Des MoinesCancún

DSM - CUN

DSMCUN

Des Moines

Fri 7/31

2:19 pm-12:49 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Cancun

Mon 8/3

10:17 am-1:34 pm

2 stops51h 17m

$537

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2

See travel insights to Cancún from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to Cancún

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Des Moines and Cancún?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in September, then you should wait until October to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $547.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Cancún?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cancún from Des Moines when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around $642 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cancún from Des Moines for as low as $585 on momondo.

How have Des Moines to Cancún flight prices changed over time?

When to book flights from Des Moines to Cancún

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Des Moines to Cancún according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
Estimated round-trip price

Cheap Des Moines to Cancún (DSM to CUN) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Des Moines to Cancún

Fastest flight time

5h 16m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Cancún takes 5h 16m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Cancún. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Cancún.
Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying from Des Moines to Cancún

  • How far is Des Moines to Cancun by plane?

    Des Moines and Cancun are 1465.1 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 5h 16m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Cancun Airport?

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Cancun Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Cancun Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Cancun Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Cancun Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cancun Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cancun Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from Des Moines to Cancún?

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Cancún

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Des Moines to Cancún with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
AeromexicoPriceFrom $276Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,480 reviews
Search Aeromexico flights
American AirlinesPriceFrom $422Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,805 reviews
Search American Airlines flights
DeltaPriceFrom $451Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,459 reviews
Search Delta flights
United AirlinesPriceFrom $470Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,978 reviews
Search United Airlines flights
SouthwestPriceFrom $569Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,248 reviews
Search Southwest flights

Traveling to a place near Cancún?

Book flights to Cancún if you plan to visit one of these locations
Playa del Carmen
Isla Mujeres
Puerto Morelos
Holbox
Akumal
Puerto Aventuras
Punta Sam
Valladolid

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Des Moines to Cancún?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Des Moines to Cancún for you.

Can I find flights from Des Moines to Cancún with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches from Des Moines to Cancún on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Des Moines to Cancún?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from Des Moines to Cancún.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Des Moines to Cancún right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are not ready to book a flight from Des Moines to Cancún now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Cancún and let you know when they change.

An easier way to manage your Cancún trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.
Start using Trips
Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.
1 adult
Mon 8/10
Mon 8/17
By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to Mexico