What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Central America?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Central America

What airlines fly to Central America?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Central America from Des Moines 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 Central America. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Central America on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Central America?

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Central America are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Central America?

As of January 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Central America.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Central America?

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 Central America.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Central America?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Central America may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Central America. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:00 am - 7:38 pmDSM-PTY

10h 38m1 stop

8:55 am - 10:30 pmPTY-DSM

14h 35m1 stop

$431United Airlines

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Mon, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 4

6:50 pm - 5:07 pmDSM-PTY

21h 17m2 stops

4:40 pm - 2:29 pmPTY-DSM

22h 49m2 stops

$436United Airlines

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Mon, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 4

8:00 am - 4:00 pmDSM-SAL

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8:00 am - 10:30 pmSAL-DSM

14h 30m1 stop

$438

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Mon, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 25

3:23 pm - 12:15 pmDSM-PTY

20h 52m2 stops

3:30 pm - 11:29 amPTY-DSM

19h 59m2 stops

$471American Airlines

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Tue, Mar 11 - Tue, Mar 18

3:23 pm - 12:15 pmDSM-PTY

20h 52m2 stops

1:05 pm - 11:29 amPTY-DSM

22h 24m2 stops

$481American Airlines

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Tue, Mar 11 - Tue, Mar 18

8:00 am - 12:20 pmDSM-SJO

28h 20m2 stops

11:24 am - 12:42 pmSJO-DSM

24h 18m1 stop

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Sat, Feb 22 - Sun, Mar 9

3:00 pm - 6:23 amDSM-SAL

15h 23m2 stops

2:52 pm - 10:31 pmSAL-DSM

7h 39m1 stop

$594Delta

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Sat, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 6

5:33 am - 12:41 pmDSM-GUA

7h 08m1 stop

1:01 pm - 10:56 pmGUA-DSM

8h 55m1 stop

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Thu, Mar 6 - Thu, Mar 13

8:00 am - 9:20 amDSM-SJO

26h 20m2 stops

1:40 am - 9:52 pmSJO-DSM

19h 12m2 stops

$1,572Avianca

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8:10 am - 2:05 pmDSM-SJO

30h 55m2 stops

1:40 am - 9:52 pmSJO-DSM

19h 12m2 stops

$1,620Avianca

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2:07 pm - 12:15 pmDSM-PTY

22h 08m2 stops

$183American Airlines

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2:57 pm - 4:07 pmDSM-PTY

25h 10m1 stop

$198United Airlines

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3:35 pm - 9:20 amDSM-GUA

41h 45m2 stops

$252

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8:00 am - 12:56 amDSM-GUA

16h 56m1 stop

$321

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37h 06m3 stops

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5:34 am - 1:45 pmDSM-GUA

8h 11m1 stop

$348Delta

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6:45 pm - 1:45 pmDSM-PTY

19h 00m2 stops

$354United Airlines

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6:45 pm - 12:56 pmDSM-SJO

18h 11m1 stop

$407United Airlines

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11:29 am - 11:14 pmDSM-GUA

35h 45m2 stops

$423United Airlines

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5:45 am - 12:55 pmDSM-PTY

7h 10m1 stop

$1,607Delta

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8:00 am - 12:26 pmDSM-SJO

28h 26m1 stop

11:24 am - 7:17 pmSJO-DSM

30h 53m2 stops

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Sun, Jan 26 - Wed, Mar 26

8:00 am - 12:26 pmDSM-SJO

28h 26m1 stop

12:26 pm - 7:17 pmSJO-DSM

29h 51m2 stops

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Sun, Jan 26 - Wed, Mar 19

8:00 am - 12:26 pmDSM-SJO

28h 26m1 stop

4:09 am - 10:32 pmSJO-DSM

17h 23m2 stops

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Sun, Jan 26 - Fri, Mar 28

8:00 am - 6:16 pmDSM-SJO

10h 16m2 stops

5:30 am - 9:38 pmSJO-DSM

15h 08m2 stops

$722United Airlines

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Fri, Jan 24 - Wed, Mar 26

8:00 am - 2:28 pmDSM-BZE

6h 28m1 stop

1:45 pm - 11:59 pmBZE-DSM

10h 14m1 stop

$726United Airlines

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Wed, Jan 22 - Sat, Feb 1

6:17 am - 2:20 pmDSM-SJO

8h 03m1 stop

1:11 pm - 10:29 pmSJO-DSM

9h 18m1 stop

$780American Airlines

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6:46 am - 8:50 pmDSM-SJO

14h 04m1 stop

8:00 am - 10:08 pmSJO-DSM

14h 08m2 stops

$784American Airlines

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Wed, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 29

5:33 am - 12:54 pmDSM-SJO

7h 21m1 stop

7:00 am - 5:45 pmSJO-DSM

9h 45m1 stop

$953Delta

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Wed, Jan 22 - Thu, Mar 27

8:00 am - 12:15 amDSM-SJO

16h 15m2 stops

2:15 am - 9:52 pmSJO-DSM

19h 37m2 stops

$1,030Avianca

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Wed, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 28

5:33 am - 12:54 pmDSM-SJO

7h 21m1 stop

7:00 am - 10:40 amSJO-DSM

26h 40m1 stop

$1,044Delta

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Delta flights from Des Moines to Central America

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Central America flight tickets

Delta

Feb 1

DSM3:00 pmDes Moines

15h 23m

2 stops

SAL6:23 amSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

Feb 6

SAL2:52 pmSan Salvador El Salvador Intl

7h 39m

1 stop

DSM10:31 pmDes Moines

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Delta

Mar 6

DSM5:33 amDes Moines

7h 08m

1 stop

GUA12:41 pmGuatemala City La Aurora

Mar 13

GUA1:01 pmGuatemala City La Aurora

8h 55m

1 stop

DSM10:56 pmDes Moines

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Feb 2

DSM5:33 amDes Moines

7h 04m

1 stop

BZE12:37 pmBelize City Philip S.W.Goldson

Feb 12

BZE2:05 pmBelize City Philip S.W.Goldson

8h 26m

1 stop

DSM10:31 pmDes Moines

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Southwest flights from Des Moines to Central America

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Southwest

Feb 22

DSM5:30 amDes Moines

15h 10m

2 stops

SJO8:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mar 1

SJO1:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 25m

1 stop

DSM11:20 pmDes Moines

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Feb 21

DSM5:50 pmDes Moines

19h 55m

2 stops

SJO1:45 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mar 1

SJO1:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 25m

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DSM11:20 pmDes Moines

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Feb 20

DSM6:10 amDes Moines

14h 30m

2 stops

SJO8:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Feb 23

SJO9:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 40m

2 stops

DSM11:35 pmDes Moines

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Des Moines to Central America

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Central America?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Central America. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $485. If you don’t want to visit Central America in August, then you should wait until May to fly from Des Moines, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $555.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Central America?

The cheapest day to depart from Des Moines to Central America is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Central America on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $517. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Des Moines because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $762.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Des Moines to Central America flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Central America in the afternoon for as low as $589. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $736. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Central America?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Central America from Des Moines when booking 15 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Central America for around $650 when searching 15 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Central America from Des Moines for as low as $438 on momondo.

Cheap Des Moines to Central America flight deals and tips

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

Best Price Found	$183
Fastest flight time	6h 28m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Central America	7 airports

The best one-way flight to Central America from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $183. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Central America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $431.

The fastest flight from Des Moines to Central America takes 6h 28m

There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Central America. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Des Moines Airport - San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport, Des Moines Airport - Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport and Des Moines Airport - Guatemala City La Aurora Airport.

There are 7 airports near Central America: Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA), Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY), Liberia (LIR), Managua Augusto C Sandino (MGA), San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), Belize City Philip S.W.Goldson (BZE), San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Central America?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Central America are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Central America?
As of January 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Central America.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Central America?
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 Central America.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Central America?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Central America may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Central America. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Central America

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $329	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 8,521 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $334	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,984 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $350	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $456	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 2,579 reviews	Search Avianca flights

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