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$120+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Alberta

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 8/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YYC
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Alberta

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Alberta flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$268
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$120
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$660
From Des Moines to Alberta
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($99 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Alberta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Alberta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/177:15 pmDSM - YYC
1 stop25h 47mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/2211:05 amYYC - DSM
1 stop8h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$268
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/237:30 amDSM - YEG
1 stop18h 07mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/302:05 pmYEG - DSM
3 stops31h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 7/45:12 pmDSM - YYC
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/1112:38 pmYYC - DSM
1 stop8h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$460
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 7/76:09 pmDSM - YYC
1 stop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/196:29 amYYC - DSM
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$498
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/233:38 pmDSM - YYC
1 stop8h 15mAir Canada
Tue 7/2912:25 amYYC - DSM
2 stops13h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$502
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 9/1111:04 amDSM - YYC
1 stop9h 56mDelta
Mon 9/1512:30 amYYC - DSM
1 stop11h 58mDelta
Deal found 6/10$535
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/2610:56 amDSM - YEG
2 stops23h 06mWestJet
Fri 8/112:05 amYEG - DSM
2 stops19h 52mWestJet
Deal found 6/11$545
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/710:56 amDSM - YYC
1 stop6h 52mWestJet
Sat 7/1911:30 pmYYC - DSM
2 stops33h 46mWestJet
Deal found 6/10$587
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/135:12 pmDSM - YEG
1 stop5h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/193:17 pmYEG - DSM
1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$645
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/236:24 amDSM - YEG
2 stops11h 19mAir Canada
Tue 7/2912:55 amYEG - DSM
2 stops12h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$753
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 7/137:00 amDSM - YEG
2 stops13h 27mDelta
Fri 7/1812:05 amYEG - DSM
2 stops15h 55mDelta
Deal found 6/10$1,034

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Alberta 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Alberta that are best for you.

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Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Sun 8/17

7:15 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop25h 47m

Calgary

Fri 8/22

11:05 am-8:41 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$268

Des MoinesEdmonton

DSM - YEG

DSMYEG

Des Moines

Wed 7/23

7:30 am-12:37 am

1 stop18h 07m

Edmonton

Wed 7/30

2:05 pm-10:36 pm

3 stops31h 31m

$364

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Fri 7/4

5:12 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Calgary

Fri 7/11

12:38 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$460

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Mon 7/7

6:09 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Calgary

Sat 7/19

6:29 am-1:23 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$498

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Wed 7/23

3:38 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Calgary

Tue 7/29

12:25 am-2:41 pm

2 stops13h 16m

$502

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Thu 9/11

11:04 am-8:00 pm

1 stop9h 56m

Calgary

Mon 9/15

12:30 am-1:28 pm

1 stop11h 58m

$535

Des MoinesEdmonton

DSM - YEG

DSMYEG

Des Moines

Sat 7/26

10:56 am-9:02 am

2 stops23h 06m

Edmonton

Fri 8/1

12:05 am-8:57 pm

2 stops19h 52m

$545

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Mon 7/7

10:56 am-4:48 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Calgary

Sat 7/19

11:30 pm-10:16 am

2 stops33h 46m

$587

Des MoinesEdmonton

DSM - YEG

DSMYEG

Des Moines

Sun 7/13

5:12 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Edmonton

Sat 7/19

3:17 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$645

Des MoinesEdmonton

DSM - YEG

DSMYEG

Des Moines

Wed 7/23

6:24 am-4:43 pm

2 stops11h 19m

Edmonton

Tue 7/29

12:55 am-2:41 pm

2 stops12h 46m

$753

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to AB?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Alberta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Alberta as you normally would.

Rainfall in Alberta by month

Plan your trip to Alberta by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Alberta ranges from 0.4 - 3.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Alberta when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Alberta by month

Plan your trip to Alberta by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Alberta, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 19.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Alberta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alberta. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Alberta. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to Alberta have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,868 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,531 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Alberta. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Alberta?

    If you book a flight to Alberta from Des Moines, you will be flying from Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Alberta one-way?

    $199 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Canada and WestJet, with prices starting from $265 and $365, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Alberta that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Alberta flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Alberta?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Alberta.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Alberta?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Alberta 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 Des Moines to Alberta?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Alberta (average of $300). Flying from Des Moines to Alberta in February is currently the most expensive (average of $404). 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 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Alberta

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Alberta. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$342Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
WestJetCheapest$442Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
United AirlinesCheapest$468Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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