What airlines fly to Cancún?

American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cancún from Iowa according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cancún. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Cancún on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Cancún?

Flight times from Iowa to Cancún vary, but if you’re flying out of Des Moines and flying into Cancún (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 6h 05m on average. Another popular route from Iowa to Cancún is flying from Cedar Rapids to Cancún, which will take roughly 7h 38m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Iowa to Cancun?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Cancun

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Cancun Airport?

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Cancun Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Iowa to Cancun Airport is 5 as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa 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 Iowa to Cancun Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cancun Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:59 pm - 3:04 pmOMA-CUN

18h 05m1 stop

9:52 am - 8:04 pmCUN-OMA

10h 12m2 stops

$350Multiple Airlines

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Sat, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 25

8:59 pm - 3:04 pmOMA-CUN

18h 05m1 stop

9:52 am - 6:51 pmCUN-OMA

32h 59m2 stops

$357Multiple Airlines

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Fri, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 29

6:20 am - 8:36 pmOMA-CUN

13h 16m2 stops

8:00 am - 1:48 pmCUN-OMA

6h 48m1 stop

$362Delta

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Sun, Jan 25 - Fri, Jan 30

7:00 am - 4:15 pmCID-CUN

8h 15m1 stop

4:25 pm - 10:36 pmCUN-CID

7h 11m1 stop

$362Delta

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Tue, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 14

7:00 am - 9:20 pmOMA-CUN

13h 20m1 stop

8:00 am - 4:55 pmCUN-OMA

9h 55m1 stop

$377Aeromexico

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Sun, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 14

8:59 pm - 3:04 pmOMA-CUN

18h 05m1 stop

4:14 pm - 8:04 pmCUN-OMA

27h 50m1 stop

$383Frontier

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Sat, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 25

8:59 pm - 3:04 pmOMA-CUN

18h 05m1 stop

4:14 pm - 8:04 pmCUN-OMA

27h 50m1 stop

$384Frontier

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Sat, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 25

6:11 pm - 10:25 amOMA-CUN

15h 14m1 stop

4:05 pm - 10:33 pmCUN-OMA

7h 28m1 stop

$387American Airlines

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Sat, Jan 17 - Thu, Jan 22

8:00 am - 9:10 pmOMA-CUN

12h 10m1 stop

1:49 pm - 9:08 pmCUN-OMA

8h 19m1 stop

$388Aeromexico

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Thu, Jan 8 - Wed, Jan 14

4:20 pm - 10:20 amOMA-CUN

17h 00m1 stop

7:15 pm - 7:53 amCUN-OMA

13h 38m1 stop

$399American Airlines

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Sun, Feb 22 - Sat, Mar 7

Frontier flights from Iowa to Cancún

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Frontier

Oct 18

OMA8:59 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

18h 05m

1 stop

CUN3:04 pmCancun

Oct 25

CUN4:14 pmCancun

27h 50m

1 stop

OMA8:04 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$383

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Frontier

Oct 18

OMA8:59 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

18h 05m

1 stop

CUN3:04 pmCancun

Oct 25

CUN4:14 pmCancun

27h 50m

1 stop

OMA8:04 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$384

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Frontier

Feb 22

DSM7:36 pmDes Moines

19h 07m

1 stop

CUN3:43 pmCancun

Feb 28

CUN4:58 pmCancun

26h 43m

1 stop

DSM6:41 pmDes Moines

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American Airlines flights from Iowa to Cancún

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American Airlines

Jan 17

OMA6:11 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

15h 14m

1 stop

CUN10:25 amCancun

Jan 22

CUN4:05 pmCancun

7h 28m

1 stop

OMA10:33 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

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American Airlines

Feb 22

OMA4:20 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

17h 00m

1 stop

CUN10:20 amCancun

Mar 7

CUN7:15 pmCancun

13h 38m

1 stop

OMA7:53 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

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American Airlines

Dec 6

MLI5:43 pmMoline Quad-City

15h 49m

1 stop

CUN10:32 amCancun

Dec 10

CUN12:03 pmCancun

11h 56m

1 stop

MLI10:59 pmMoline Quad-City

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OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 10/18

8:59 pm-3:04 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Cancun

Sat 10/25

9:52 am-8:04 pm

2 stops10h 12m

$350

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 10/24

8:59 pm-3:04 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Cancun

Wed 10/29

9:52 am-6:51 pm

2 stops32h 59m

$357

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 1/25

6:20 am-8:36 pm

2 stops13h 16m

Cancun

Fri 1/30

8:00 am-1:48 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$362

Cedar RapidsCancún

CID - CUN

CIDCUN

Cedar Rapids

Tue 1/13

7:00 am-4:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Cancun

Wed 1/14

4:25 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$362

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 11/9

7:00 am-9:20 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Cancun

Fri 11/14

8:00 am-4:55 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$377

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 10/18

8:59 pm-3:04 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Cancun

Sat 10/25

4:14 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$383

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 10/18

8:59 pm-3:04 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Cancun

Sat 10/25

4:14 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$384

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 1/17

6:11 pm-10:25 am

1 stop15h 14m

Cancun

Thu 1/22

4:05 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$387

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 1/8

8:00 am-9:10 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Cancun

Wed 1/14

1:49 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$388

OmahaCancún

OMA - CUN

OMACUN

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sun 2/22

4:20 pm-10:20 am

1 stop17h 00m

Cancun

Sat 3/7

7:15 pm-7:53 am

1 stop13h 38m

$399

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in September, then you should wait until May to fly from Iowa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $540.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cancún?

The cheapest day to depart from Iowa to Cancún is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $514. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $631. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cancún.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cancún?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cancún is in the evening. Flights from Iowa to Cancún during this time can be as low as $535. Flights to Cancún are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $596. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cancún from Iowa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around $583 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cancún from Iowa for as low as $495 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Cancun Airport?
Prices for flights from Iowa to Cancun Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Cancun Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Iowa to Cancun Airport is 5 as of September 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa 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 Iowa to Cancun Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cancun Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Iowa to Cancún

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Aeromexico	PriceFrom $276	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,695 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $321	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $338	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,971 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $437	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,922 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $460	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,244 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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