$267+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Ottawa (YOW)
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 9/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YOW
Sep 12 — Sep 191
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to OttawaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 13, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Ottawa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 13, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/263:11 pm -
1 stop5h 24m
Sat 10/36:25 am -
1 stop7h 07m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$584
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 9/2411:29 am -
2 stops41h 06m
Thu 10/12:30 pm -
1 stop24h 49m
Deal found 8/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$605
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2411:36 am -
1 stop8h 59m
Sun 9/276:25 am -
1 stop5h 06m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$639
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/243:11 pm -
1 stop5h 24m
Thu 10/15:20 pm -
1 stop7h 15m
Deal found 8/9![Air Canada logo]()
$642
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/253:11 pm -
1 stop5h 24m
Fri 10/25:20 pm -
1 stop5h 03m
Deal found 8/10![Air Canada logo]()
$651
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/81:24 pm -
1 stop7h 11m
Wed 10/146:00 am -
3 stops9h 15m
Deal found 8/13![United Airlines logo]()
$676
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/257:30 am -
1 stop7h 14m
Fri 10/27:00 am -
2 stops52h 44m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$681
Best flights from Des Moines to OttawaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Ottawa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 13, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Ottawa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 13, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2411:36 am -
1 stop8h 59m
Sun 9/276:25 am -
1 stop5h 06m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$639
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/243:11 pm -
1 stop5h 24m
Thu 10/15:20 pm -
1 stop7h 15m
Deal found 8/9![Air Canada logo]()
$642
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/257:30 am -
1 stop7h 14m
Fri 10/27:00 am -
2 stops52h 44m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$681
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/81:24 pm -
1 stop7h 11m
Wed 10/146:00 am -
3 stops9h 15m
Deal found 8/13![United Airlines logo]()
$676
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Thu 9/246:00 am -
2 stops7h 17m
Thu 10/16:00 am -
2 stops9h 15m
Deal found 8/9![United Airlines logo]()
$705
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to OttawaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Ottawa. Data last updated August 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Ottawa. Data last updated August 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 9/2411:29 am -
2 stops41h 06m
Thu 10/12:30 pm -
1 stop24h 49m
Deal found 8/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$605
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2411:36 am -
1 stop8h 59m
Sun 9/276:25 am -
1 stop5h 06m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$639
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/243:11 pm -
1 stop5h 24m
Thu 10/15:20 pm -
1 stop7h 15m
Deal found 8/9![Air Canada logo]()
$642
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/253:11 pm -
1 stop5h 24m
Fri 10/25:20 pm -
1 stop5h 03m
Deal found 8/10![Air Canada logo]()
$651
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/257:30 am -
1 stop7h 14m
Fri 10/27:00 am -
2 stops52h 44m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$681
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/263:11 pm -
1 stop5h 24m
Sat 10/36:25 am -
1 stop7h 07m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$584
One-way flights from Des Moines to OttawaSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Ottawa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 13, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Ottawa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 13, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/258:30 pm -
3 stops32h 05m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$267
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/238:00 am -
1 stop12h 35m
Deal found 8/8![Air Canada logo]()
$284
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2511:27 am -
1 stop4h 49m
Deal found 8/11![Air Canada logo]()
$286
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Wed 9/236:24 am -
2 stops6h 53m
Deal found 8/8![United Airlines logo]()
$305
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/266:00 am -
2 stops7h 17m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$310
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Ottawa (YOW). 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 13, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $584 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $267 (Kiwi.com) |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Ottawa 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 13, 2026.
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DSM Des Moines - YOW Ottawa
DSMYOW
Des Moines
Thu 9/24
11:36 am-9:35 pm
1 stop8h 59m
Ottawa
Sun 9/27
6:25 am-10:31 am
1 stop5h 06m
$639
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesOttawa
DSM Des Moines - YOW Ottawa
DSMYOW
Des Moines
Thu 9/24
3:11 pm-9:35 pm
1 stop5h 24m
Ottawa
Thu 10/1
5:20 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop7h 15m
$642
Des MoinesOttawa
DSM Des Moines - YOW Ottawa
DSMYOW
Des Moines
Thu 10/8
1:24 pm-9:35 pm
1 stop7h 11m
Ottawa
Wed 10/14
6:00 am-2:15 pm
3 stops9h 15m
$676
Des MoinesOttawa
DSM Des Moines - YOW Ottawa
DSMYOW
Des Moines
Fri 9/25
7:30 am-3:44 pm
1 stop7h 14m
Ottawa
Fri 10/2
7:00 am-10:44 am
2 stops52h 44m
$681
Des MoinesOttawa
DSM Des Moines - YOW Ottawa
DSMYOW
Des Moines
Thu 9/24
6:00 am-2:17 pm
2 stops7h 17m
Ottawa
Thu 10/1
6:00 am-2:15 pm
2 stops9h 15m
$705
Cheapest one-way
Des MoinesOttawa
DSM Des Moines - YOW Ottawa
DSMYOW
Des Moines
Fri 9/25
8:30 pm-5:35 am
3 stops32h 05m
$267
Des MoinesOttawa
DSM Des Moines - YOW Ottawa
DSMYOW
Des Moines
Sat 9/26
6:00 am-5:16 pm
1 stop10h 16m
$286
Quickest one-way
Des MoinesOttawa
DSM Des Moines - YOW Ottawa
DSMYOW
Des Moines
Fri 9/25
11:27 am-5:16 pm
1 stop4h 49m
$286
Des MoinesOttawa
DSM Des Moines - YOW Ottawa
DSMYOW
Des Moines
Wed 9/23
6:24 am-2:17 pm
2 stops6h 53m
$305
Des MoinesOttawa
DSM Des Moines - YOW Ottawa
DSMYOW
Des Moines
Sat 9/26
6:00 am-2:17 pm
2 stops7h 17m
$310
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Reviews of airlines servicing Ottawa
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ottawa. 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 Ottawa. Reviews last updated August 13, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Des Moines to Ottawa 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.
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.7
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayChris,Aug 2026
MIA - ORD
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$344 | Average$452 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |