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$191+ Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl (YVR) to Des Moines (DSM)

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 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — DSM
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) to Des Moines (DSM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$302
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$191
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$537
From Vancouver Intl to Des Moines
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 10/75:35 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop18h 52mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/138:00 amDSM - YVR
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$302
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/15:35 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/87:30 amDSM - YVR
1 stop10h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$315
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/85:35 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/138:00 amDSM - YVR
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$345
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Wed 10/811:39 amYVR - DSM
2 stops7h 24mDelta
Mon 10/1311:06 amDSM - YVR
2 stops11h 48mDelta
Deal found 8/17$493
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 10/75:00 amYVR - DSM
2 stops13h 35mWestJet
Mon 10/132:40 pmDSM - YVR
2 stops30h 31mWestJet
Deal found 8/17$617

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver Intl to Des Moines 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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines that are best for you.

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Vancouver Intl

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverDes Moines

YVR - DSM

YVRDSM

Vancouver Intl

Tue 10/7

5:35 pm-2:27 pm

1 stop18h 52m

Des Moines

Mon 10/13

8:00 am-10:10 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$302

VancouverDes Moines

YVR - DSM

YVRDSM

Vancouver Intl

Wed 10/1

5:35 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop27h 05m

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

7:30 am-4:17 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$315

VancouverDes Moines

YVR - DSM

YVRDSM

Vancouver Intl

Wed 10/8

5:35 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop27h 05m

Des Moines

Mon 10/13

8:00 am-10:10 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$345

VancouverDes Moines

YVR - DSM

YVRDSM

Vancouver Intl

Wed 10/8

11:39 am-9:03 pm

2 stops7h 24m

Des Moines

Mon 10/13

11:06 am-8:54 pm

2 stops11h 48m

$493

VancouverDes Moines

YVR - DSM

YVRDSM

Vancouver Intl

Tue 10/7

5:00 am-8:35 pm

2 stops13h 35m

Des Moines

Mon 10/13

2:40 pm-7:11 pm

2 stops30h 31m

$617

VancouverDes Moines

YVR - DSM

YVRDSM

Vancouver Intl

Wed 9/17

7:07 pm-2:52 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$191

VancouverDes Moines

YVR - DSM

YVRDSM

Vancouver Intl

Sun 9/7

6:15 am-5:12 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$317

VancouverDes Moines

YVR - DSM

YVRDSM

Vancouver Intl

Sun 9/7

9:35 am-11:41 pm

2 stops12h 06m

$394

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Deals found on 8/17

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 44% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated August 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Vancouver Intl?

    For a flight from Vancouver Intl to Des Moines, you will be flying into Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Vancouver Intl per day. 1 airline has flights to Des Moines from Vancouver Intl on a regular basis.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Des Moines, with prices starting at $163. Users have found that United Airlines is 64% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Des Moines 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 airline flying from Vancouver Intl to Des Moines

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Vancouver Intl to Des Moines. 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 August 18, 2025.
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United AirlinesCheapest$163Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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