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$144+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Vancouver

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YVR
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Vancouver

Best flights from Des Moines to Vancouver
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Vancouver that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 15, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 1/298:30 amDSM - YVR
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/53:40 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 1/286:54 amDSM - YVR
2 stops13h 50mDelta
Wed 2/46:20 amYVR - DSM
2 stops13h 04mDelta
Deal found 12/14$524
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Mon 1/58:29 pmDSM - YVR
2 stops29h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/113:40 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$488
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 1/2110:30 amDSM - YVR
2 stops10h 14mDelta
Wed 1/287:37 pmYVR - DSM
2 stops12h 04mDelta
Deal found 12/15$524
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 5/201:49 pmDSM - YVR
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/285:35 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop25h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$503
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/2710:30 amDSM - YVR
2 stops12h 24mDelta
Tue 2/37:25 amYVR - DSM
2 stops11h 59mDelta
Deal found 12/12$524

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Vancouver (8CA). 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 December 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$302
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$144
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$766
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Vancouver 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 December 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Vancouver that are best for you.

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Vancouver

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Price

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Thu 1/29

8:30 am-10:20 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Vancouver Intl

Thu 2/5

3:40 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$302

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Mon 1/5

8:29 pm-12:10 am

2 stops29h 41m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 1/11

3:40 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$488

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Wed 5/20

1:49 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Vancouver Intl

Thu 5/28

5:35 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop25h 11m

$503

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Wed 1/28

6:54 am-6:44 pm

2 stops13h 50m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 2/4

6:20 am-9:24 pm

2 stops13h 04m

$524

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

10:30 am-6:44 pm

2 stops10h 14m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 1/28

7:37 pm-9:41 am

2 stops12h 04m

$524

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Tue 1/27

10:30 am-8:54 pm

2 stops12h 24m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 2/3

7:25 am-9:24 pm

2 stops11h 59m

$524

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Sun 4/12

11:00 am-12:12 am

1 stop15h 12m

$205

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Tue 1/27

6:54 am-6:44 pm

2 stops13h 50m

$238

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Sun 5/3

11:00 am-2:35 pm

2 stops29h 35m

$240

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Mon 1/26

4:21 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 38m

$257

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Deals found on 12/13

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Vancouver. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Des Moines to Vancouver is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 53% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Vancouver

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Vancouver. 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. Reviews last updated December 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and WestJet from Des Moines to Vancouver by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,202 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,525 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Vancouver from Des Moines. Booking flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Vancouver should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Vancouver from 4 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Vancouver is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $165 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and WestJet, starting at $174 and $201 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Vancouver for 74% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Vancouver one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with WestJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $192. United Airlines flights start at $211 while deals on Air Canada start at $374 one-way.

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

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

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

    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.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Vancouver 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Vancouver

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Vancouver. 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$174Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$184Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
WestJetCheapest$201Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
United AirlinesCheapest$405Average$791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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