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$171+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to British Columbia

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DSM — YVR
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to British Columbia

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Round-trip from

$343
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$171
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$760
From Des Moines to British Columbia
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to British Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to British Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 14, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/262:00 pmDSM - YVR
2 stops49h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/39:30 amYVR - DSM
1 stop28h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$343
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/262:00 pmDSM - YYC
2 stops32h 59mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/37:35 pmYYC - DSM
1 stop18h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$375
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/176:04 pmDSM - YYC
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/227:35 pmYYC - DSM
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$399
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Thu 10/233:43 pmDSM - YVR
1 stop10h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/297:00 amYVR - DSM
2 stops24h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$400
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/176:04 pmDSM - YYC
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/217:35 pmYYC - DSM
1 stop18h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$415
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/173:45 pmDSM - YYC
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/202:00 pmYYC - DSM
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$433
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/188:30 amDSM - YYC
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/77:35 pmYYC - DSM
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$438
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/188:30 amDSM - YYC
2 stops12h 46mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/87:35 pmYYC - DSM
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$444
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Fri 11/143:45 pmDSM - YYC
3 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/1611:15 amYYC - DSM
1 stop7h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$450
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Wed 11/261:35 pmDSM - YYJ
2 stops8h 51mAir Canada
Wed 12/39:55 pmYYJ - DSM
2 stops16h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 10/12$476
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Wed 11/261:23 pmDSM - YYJ
2 stops11h 46mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/37:00 pmYYJ - DSM
3 stops25h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$520
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Fri 11/2811:26 amDSM - YYJ
2 stops11h 00mAir Canada
Fri 12/511:25 pmYYJ - DSM
2 stops13h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 10/14$559

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to British Columbia 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 October 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to British Columbia that are best for you.

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Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

2:00 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops49h 55m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 12/3

9:30 am-3:31 pm

1 stop28h 01m

$344

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Thu 1/15

7:00 am-6:37 pm

1 stop12h 37m

Calgary

Wed 1/21

12:40 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops33h 06m

$422

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Mon 11/17

3:45 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Calgary

Thu 11/20

2:00 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$433

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Fri 11/14

3:45 pm-11:05 am

3 stops20h 20m

Calgary

Sun 11/16

11:15 am-8:13 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$450

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Fri 11/28

3:13 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop9h 07m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 12/5

6:00 am-7:08 pm

2 stops11h 08m

$456

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Mon 12/22

7:54 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop17h 07m

Calgary

Thu 1/8

3:00 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$465

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

8:40 am-8:39 pm

2 stops12h 59m

Calgary

Wed 12/3

6:15 pm-9:36 pm

2 stops26h 21m

$472

Des MoinesVictoria

DSM - YYJ

DSMYYJ

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

1:35 pm-8:26 pm

2 stops8h 51m

Victoria Intl

Wed 12/3

9:55 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops16h 17m

$476

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Fri 11/28

11:26 am-11:35 am

1 stop25h 09m

Calgary

Fri 12/5

12:35 pm-5:24 pm

1 stop27h 49m

$489

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

8:02 am-11:35 am

1 stop28h 33m

Calgary

Thu 12/4

12:35 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$489

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Reviews of airlines servicing British Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to British Columbia. 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 British Columbia. Reviews last updated October 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to British Columbia, such as Delta, United Airlines, and WestJet. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,972 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,975 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,124 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,291 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to British Columbia. 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 British Columbia?

    For a flight from Des Moines to British Columbia, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to British Columbia?

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to British Columbia in 8h 51m. Fly via Air Canada to get the fastest option. The distance from Des Moines to British Columbia is about 1520 mi.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $277. Users have also found prices from $306 and $343 on Air Canada and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to British Columbia?

    The most popular flight routes from Des Moines to British Columbia are Des Moines - Vancouver Intl, Des Moines - Calgary and Des Moines - Victoria Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to British Columbia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to British Columbia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to British Columbia. 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 October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$174Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$184Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$329Average$781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
WestJetCheapest$393Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%

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