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$185+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Vancouver Island

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 6/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YYJ
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Vancouver Island

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Round-trip from

$369
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$185
(Kiwi.com)
From Des Moines to Vancouver Island
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Vancouver Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Vancouver Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/142:43 pmDSM - YYJ
2 stops10h 27mWestJet
Sat 6/218:30 pmYYJ - DSM
2 stops35h 49mWestJet
Deal found 4/30$711

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Des Moines

Fly to

Vancouver Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesVictoria

DSM - YYJ

DSMYYJ

Des Moines

Sat 6/14

2:43 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops10h 27m

Victoria Intl

Sat 6/21

8:30 pm-10:19 am

2 stops35h 49m

$711

Des MoinesVictoria

DSM - YYJ

DSMYYJ

Des Moines

Sat 6/14

1:15 pm-1:05 pm

3 stops25h 50m

$185

Des MoinesVictoria

DSM - YYJ

DSMYYJ

Des Moines

Sat 6/14

5:20 pm-7:45 am

2 stops16h 25m

$235

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Deals found on 4/30

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Rainfall in Vancouver Island by month

Plan your trip to Vancouver Island by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Vancouver Island ranges from 0.7 - 6.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.0 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Vancouver Island when rainfall is around 0.7 in.

Temperature in Vancouver Island by month

Plan your trip to Vancouver Island by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Vancouver Island, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Vancouver Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Vancouver Island. 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 Island. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

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
8,696 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

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
2,826 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

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
7.0
Good
9,245 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

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

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

    If you book a flight to Vancouver Island 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.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Vancouver Island (average of $275). Flying from Des Moines to Vancouver Island in December is currently the most expensive (average of $570). 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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