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$235+ 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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YVR
Dec 30 — Jan 61
Tue 12/30
Tue 1/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Vancouver
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Vancouver. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 30, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/27. 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 12/218:30 amDSM - YVR
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/289:10 amYVR - DSM
2 stops32h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/27$752
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/27. 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.
Sun 12/216:59 amDSM - YVR
2 stops9h 40mDelta
Sun 12/287:32 pmYVR - DSM
2 stops13h 56mDelta
Deal found 11/27$767
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/239:00 amDSM - YVR
1 stop11h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/2912:35 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop5h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/28$794
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/239:00 amDSM - YVR
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/313:20 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/28$847
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:00 amDSM - YVR
1 stop11h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3012:35 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop5h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/28$858
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/239:00 amDSM - YVR
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/112:35 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop9h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/28$901
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Wed 12/249:00 amDSM - YVR
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/318:30 amYVR - DSM
1 stop10h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/28$1,003
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Thu 12/259:00 amDSM - YVR
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/303:20 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/28$1,046
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/265:06 pmDSM - YVR
1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/2912:35 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop5h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/28$1,089
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/28. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:00 amDSM - YVR
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/18:30 amYVR - DSM
1 stop10h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/28$1,111

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Vancouver

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 November 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$359
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$235
(Delta)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

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Average price

$837
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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 November 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Vancouver that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Mon 1/12

8:30 am-10:20 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 1/19

6:00 am-7:23 pm

2 stops11h 23m

$426

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Wed 1/14

11:42 am-12:10 am

2 stops14h 28m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 1/21

9:30 am-3:40 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$506

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Tue 1/13

4:21 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 38m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 1/20

7:25 am-9:24 pm

2 stops11h 59m

$517

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

10:59 am-8:54 pm

2 stops11h 55m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 1/17

6:20 am-9:24 pm

2 stops13h 04m

$517

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Tue 1/13

4:21 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 38m

$235

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Tue 1/13

5:21 am-12:30 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$276

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Mon 12/29

8:29 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops26h 26m

$356

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Tue 1/13

8:00 am-9:18 pm

3 stops15h 18m

$457

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Deals found on 11/28

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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 November 30, 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.

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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 November 30, 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
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,010 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
9,056 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
3,184 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
10,485 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,010 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to Vancouver in 9h 38m. Fly via Delta to get the fastest option. Des Moines and Vancouver are separated by a distance of 1515 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Vancouver is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $154 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and WestJet, starting at $184 and $201 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Vancouver for 77% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 November 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$154Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$184Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
WestJetCheapest$201Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
United AirlinesCheapest$405Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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