Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Des Moines to Punta Cana?

Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $669.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Des Moines and Punta Cana?

Chicago (MDW) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Des Moines to Punta Cana?

Charlotte (CLT) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 52m.

What airlines fly to Punta Cana?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Punta Cana from Des Moines according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 73% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Punta Cana. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Punta Cana on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Des Moines to Punta Cana?

Flights connecting via Charlotte (CLT) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 55m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Punta Cana?

Copa Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Des Moines to Punta Cana

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Punta Cana Airport?

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Punta Cana Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Punta Cana Airport?

As of September 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Punta Cana Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Punta Cana 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 Punta Cana Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Punta Cana Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Punta Cana 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 Punta Cana Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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12:59 pm - 6:50 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

27h 51m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

1:10 pm - 12:09 pmPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

24h 59m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

$582Multiple Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 11

7:33 pm - 2:45 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

17h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:21 pm - 11:41 pmPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

8h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$592American Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 29

7:20 am - 8:25 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

11h 05m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

1:53 pm - 4:46 pmPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

28h 53m2 stops San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Fort Lauderdale

$595Multiple Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 9

12:59 pm - 6:50 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

27h 51m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

1:10 pm - 12:09 pmPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

24h 59m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

$595Multiple Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 11

7:33 pm - 4:05 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

18h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Miami

4:11 pm - 11:41 pmPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

9h 30m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$597American Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 29

3:31 pm - 11:49 amDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

18h 18m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

5:05 pm - 9:07 amPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

18h 02m2 stops Miami Chicago O'Hare Intl

$597American Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 29

6:53 pm - 12:31 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

15h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3:53 pm - 10:38 pmPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

8h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$610Delta

Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 9

7:00 am - 4:10 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

7h 10m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

4:55 pm - 10:29 pmPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

7h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$610Delta

Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25

3:20 pm - 11:45 amDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

18h 25m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

12:56 pm - 9:25 pmPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

10h 29m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$615United Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 11

6:18 pm - 2:15 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

17h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:56 pm - 9:25 pmPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

10h 29m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$615United Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 11

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3:22 pm - 2:27 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

22h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

2:20 pm - 10:16 pmPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

8h 56m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$718United Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Oct 3

3:22 pm - 2:27 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

22h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

4:40 pm - 10:31 amPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

18h 51m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$741United Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 2

7:40 pm - 3:02 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

18h 22m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

1:44 pm - 9:17 amPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

20h 33m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

$743American Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Oct 3

6:22 pm - 12:37 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

17h 15m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

1:44 pm - 9:17 amPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

20h 33m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

$761American Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30

6:22 pm - 12:37 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

17h 15m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

1:44 pm - 11:41 pmPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

10h 57m2 stops Miami Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$761American Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 2

10:24 am - 4:40 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

29h 16m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

1:10 pm - 3:26 pmPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

27h 16m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

$775Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 2

10:24 am - 4:40 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

29h 16m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

1:59 pm - 2:10 pmPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

25h 11m2 stops San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Philadelphia

$797Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30

9:31 pm - 11:00 amDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

36h 29m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

1:10 pm - 3:26 pmPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

27h 16m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

$843Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 2

5:45 am - 1:25 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

6h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

1:07 pm - 10:26 pmPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

10h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$860Delta

Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Oct 3

5:45 am - 2:32 pmDSM Des Moines-PUJ Punta Cana

7h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4:00 pm - 10:26 pmPUJ Punta Cana-DSM Des Moines

7h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,157Delta

Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30

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Dec 4

DSM6:53 pmDes Moines

15h 38m

1 stop

PUJ12:31 pmPunta Cana

Dec 10

PUJ3:53 pmPunta Cana

8h 45m

1 stop

DSM10:38 pmDes Moines

$610

Delta

Dec 8

DSM5:20 amDes Moines

7h 08m

1 stop

PUJ2:28 pmPunta Cana

Dec 9

PUJ3:53 pmPunta Cana

8h 45m

1 stop

DSM10:38 pmDes Moines

$690

Delta

Dec 7

DSM5:29 pmDes Moines

18h 59m

2 stops

PUJ2:28 pmPunta Cana

Dec 9

PUJ4:55 pmPunta Cana

18h 55m

2 stops

DSM9:50 amDes Moines

$695

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Punta Cana

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Dec 5

DSM6:18 pmDes Moines

17h 57m

1 stop

PUJ2:15 pmPunta Cana

Dec 11

PUJ12:56 pmPunta Cana

10h 29m

2 stops

DSM9:25 pmDes Moines

$615

United Airlines

Jan 18

DSM6:30 pmDes Moines

16h 38m

2 stops

PUJ1:08 pmPunta Cana

Jan 23

PUJ3:25 pmPunta Cana

9h 05m

1 stop

DSM10:30 pmDes Moines

$710

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Jan 18

DSM6:30 pmDes Moines

15h 15m

2 stops

PUJ11:45 amPunta Cana

Jan 23

PUJ12:56 pmPunta Cana

10h 45m

2 stops

DSM9:41 pmDes Moines

$714

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Des Moines

Sat 12/5

12:59 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop27h 51m

Punta Cana

Fri 12/11

1:10 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop24h 59m

$582

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM Des Moines - PUJ Punta Cana

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Des Moines

Sat 1/23

7:33 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop17h 12m

Punta Cana

Fri 1/29

5:21 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$592

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DSM Des Moines - PUJ Punta Cana

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Fri 12/4

7:20 am-8:25 pm

1 stop11h 05m

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Wed 12/9

1:53 pm-4:46 pm

2 stops28h 53m

$595

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DSM Des Moines - PUJ Punta Cana

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Des Moines

Sat 12/5

12:59 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop27h 51m

Punta Cana

Fri 12/11

1:10 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop24h 59m

$595

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM Des Moines - PUJ Punta Cana

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Sat 1/23

7:33 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops18h 32m

Punta Cana

Fri 1/29

4:11 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$597

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM Des Moines - PUJ Punta Cana

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Sat 1/23

3:31 pm-11:49 am

2 stops18h 18m

Punta Cana

Fri 1/29

5:05 pm-9:07 am

2 stops18h 02m

$597

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM Des Moines - PUJ Punta Cana

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Fri 12/4

6:53 pm-12:31 pm

1 stop15h 38m

Punta Cana

Wed 12/9

3:53 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$610

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DSM Des Moines - PUJ Punta Cana

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Fri 1/22

7:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Punta Cana

Mon 1/25

4:55 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$610

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM Des Moines - PUJ Punta Cana

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Sat 12/5

3:20 pm-11:45 am

2 stops18h 25m

Punta Cana

Fri 12/11

12:56 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops10h 29m

$615

Des MoinesPunta Cana

DSM Des Moines - PUJ Punta Cana

DSMPUJ

Des Moines

Sat 12/5

6:18 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop17h 57m

Punta Cana

Fri 12/11

12:56 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops10h 29m

$615

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If you’re not able to fly to Punta Cana in April, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Des Moines to Punta Cana during August average around $648.

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Best Price Found	$454
Fastest flight time	7h 04m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Punta Cana from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $454. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Punta Cana found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $582.

The fastest flight from Des Moines to Punta Cana takes 7h 04m

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How far is Des Moines to Punta Cana by plane?
Des Moines and Punta Cana are 2166.5 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 7h 04m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Punta Cana Airport?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Punta Cana Airport were last updated today.
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As of September 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Punta Cana Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Punta Cana 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 Punta Cana Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Punta Cana Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Punta Cana 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 Punta Cana 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 Punta Cana?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Des Moines and Punta Cana, the leading airline is American Airlines, making up 71% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 11%, Delta with 10%, and Southwest with 8%.

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