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$281+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Vancouver Intl (YVR)

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 9/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YVR
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Vancouver Intl (YVR). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$360
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$281
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$612
From Des Moines to Vancouver Intl
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/26:30 amDSM - YVR
2 stops16h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/59:40 amYVR - DSM
1 stop27h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$341
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 10/157:30 amDSM - YVR
1 stop10h 47mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/205:35 pmYVR - DSM
2 stops42h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$363
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 10/163:43 pmDSM - YVR
1 stop10h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/205:35 pmYVR - DSM
2 stops42h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$367
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/243:40 pmDSM - YVR
1 stop10h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/315:30 pmYVR - DSM
2 stops46h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/8$377
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/27:08 amDSM - YVR
1 stop17h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/41:29 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop22h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/256:07 pmDSM - YVR
1 stop20h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/11:28 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop18h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$387
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 10/163:43 pmDSM - YVR
1 stop10h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/196:00 amYVR - DSM
2 stops33h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$392
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/23:43 pmDSM - YVR
1 stop10h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/410:15 pmYVR - DSM
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$407

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Vancouver Intl

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

6:30 am-8:48 pm

2 stops16h 18m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 10/5

9:40 am-2:58 pm

1 stop27h 18m

$341

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Wed 10/15

7:30 am-4:17 pm

1 stop10h 47m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 10/20

5:35 pm-1:52 pm

2 stops42h 17m

$363

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Fri 10/24

3:40 pm-12:02 am

1 stop10h 22m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 10/31

5:30 pm-5:44 pm

2 stops46h 14m

$377

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

7:08 am-10:55 pm

1 stop17h 47m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 10/4

1:29 pm-1:51 pm

1 stop22h 22m

$382

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Thu 10/16

6:07 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop20h 23m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 10/19

1:28 pm-8:22 am

1 stop16h 54m

$382

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Sat 10/25

6:07 pm-12:33 pm

1 stop20h 26m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 11/1

1:28 pm-9:34 am

1 stop18h 06m

$387

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

2:49 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops11h 09m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 10/4

7:44 pm-10:14 am

2 stops12h 30m

$417

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Sat 10/25

7:03 am-2:41 pm

2 stops9h 38m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 11/1

11:39 am-9:03 pm

2 stops7h 24m

$425

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Fri 9/19

2:25 pm-12:02 am

2 stops35h 37m

$305

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Mon 9/22

2:49 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops11h 09m

$333

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Vancouver Intl from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport (average of $258). Flying from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 DSM to YVR?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Vancouver Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Vancouver Intl. 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 Vancouver Intl. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, WestJet, and Air Canada from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport. 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,091 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

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

    Des Moines (DSM) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl. You should not have trouble finding flights to Vancouver Intl from Des Moines; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Vancouver Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the Des Moines airport to Vancouver Intl. It is only a 3.6 mi journey to Des Moines (DSM) from Des Moines’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Airlines like American Airlines fly from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport in about 17h 47m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 1515 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Air Canada is currently your cheapest option to Vancouver Intl Airport, with prices starting at $174. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and WestJet, with the lowest prices starting at $309 and $343, respectively. Users have found that Air Canada is 71% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport (average of $258). Flying from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $406). 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 Vancouver Intl

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$174Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$309Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
WestJetCheapest$343Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%

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