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$157+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Montreal (YMQ)

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 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YMQ
Mar 23 — Mar 301
Mon 3/23
Mon 3/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Montreal

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Montreal
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Montreal. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 21, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 4/75:01 pm
DSM
-
YUL
1 stop17h 43m
American Airlines
Tue 4/1412:30 pm
YUL
-
DSM
1 stop12h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/21$365
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Sat 4/45:00 am
DSM
-
YUL
1 stop8h 59m
American Airlines
Sat 4/1112:30 pm
YUL
-
DSM
1 stop22h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/18$366
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/67:44 pm
DSM
-
YUL
1 stop15h 00m
American Airlines
Mon 4/1312:30 pm
YUL
-
DSM
1 stop12h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/20$396
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 4/67:44 pm
DSM
-
YUL
1 stop15h 00m
American Airlines
Thu 4/1612:30 pm
YUL
-
DSM
1 stop12h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/18$401
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sun 4/57:00 am
DSM
-
YUL
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/128:00 am
YUL
-
DSM
1 stop15h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$425
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Sun 4/55:00 am
DSM
-
YUL
1 stop8h 58m
American Airlines
Sun 4/1212:30 pm
YUL
-
DSM
1 stop12h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/21$430

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$366
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$157
(American Airlines)
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Montreal 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 February 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Montreal that are best for you.

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Des Moines

Fly to

Montreal

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesMontreal

DSM - YUL

DSMYUL

Des Moines

Sat 4/4

5:00 am-2:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 4/11

12:30 pm-10:26 am

1 stop22h 56m

$366

Des MoinesMontreal

DSM - YUL

DSMYUL

Des Moines

Mon 4/6

7:44 pm-11:44 am

1 stop15h 00m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 4/16

12:30 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop12h 19m

$401

Des MoinesMontreal

DSM - YUL

DSMYUL

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

7:00 am-12:40 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 4/12

8:00 am-10:06 pm

1 stop15h 06m

$425

Des MoinesMontreal

DSM - YUL

DSMYUL

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

5:00 am-2:58 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 4/12

7:29 am-10:18 pm

1 stop15h 49m

$442

Des MoinesMontreal

DSM - YUL

DSMYUL

Des Moines

Tue 4/7

8:56 am-10:58 pm

2 stops13h 02m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 4/14

12:30 pm-8:26 am

1 stop20h 56m

$453

Des MoinesMontreal

DSM - YUL

DSMYUL

Des Moines

Fri 4/3

5:00 am-2:58 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 4/10

7:29 am-10:18 pm

1 stop15h 49m

$457

Des MoinesMontreal

DSM - YUL

DSMYUL

Des Moines

Tue 4/7

6:20 am-4:05 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 4/16

1:20 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop10h 39m

$469

Des MoinesMontreal

DSM - YUL

DSMYUL

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

5:00 am-2:58 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$157

Des MoinesMontreal

DSM - YUL

DSMYUL

Des Moines

Sun 4/5

7:00 am-12:40 pm

2 stops28h 40m

$202

Des MoinesMontreal

DSM - YUL

DSMYUL

Des Moines

Sun 8/16

5:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 40m

$290

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Deals found on 2/19

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Montreal in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Montreal flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Montreal flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Montreal flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Montreal flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Montreal flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Montreal

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Montreal. 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 Montreal. Reviews last updated February 21, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown WestJet from Des Moines to Montreal. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,270 reviews

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Josh,Nov 2025

LAS - YEG

Very cramped seats, incredibly poor customer service when arriving at the airport.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,270 reviews
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,270 reviews

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.1

Food

6.2

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Josh,Nov 2025

LAS - YEG

Very cramped seats, incredibly poor customer service when arriving at the airport.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Montreal 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. There are 0 flights from Des Moines to Montreal per day from 0 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Montreal?

    A quick flight from Des Moines to Montreal can take about 8h 59m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $366. The distance between Des Moines and Montreal is about 1030 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Montreal 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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