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$251+ 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 9/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YVR
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$347
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$251
(Delta)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$661
From Des Moines to Vancouver
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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 August 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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
Sat 10/251:17 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop23h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/19$347
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/210:41 amDSM - YVR
3 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/99:25 amYVR - DSM
2 stops29h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$359

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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 August 20, 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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Return

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Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Wed 10/15

7:30 am-4:17 pm

1 stop10h 47m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 10/25

1:17 pm-2:53 pm

1 stop23h 36m

$347

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

10:41 am-1:36 pm

3 stops28h 55m

Vancouver Intl

Thu 10/9

9:25 am-5:14 pm

2 stops29h 49m

$359

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Mon 9/22

10:55 am-9:00 pm

2 stops12h 05m

$251

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

6:00 am-4:55 pm

2 stops12h 55m

$251

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Sat 10/4

6:00 am-4:55 pm

2 stops12h 55m

$251

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Fri 12/5

1:56 pm-1:29 pm

3 stops25h 33m

$258

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Thu 2/5

7:00 am-10:20 pm

2 stops41h 20m

$268

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

8:40 am-10:55 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$287

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Sat 10/4

7:08 am-10:55 pm

1 stop17h 47m

$288

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Deals found on 8/18

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Vancouver

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Vancouver (average of $258). Flying from Des Moines to Vancouver in March is currently the most expensive (average of $407). 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. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 20, 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 morning could potentially save you up to 18% 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 August 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, WestJet, and Air Canada 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,928 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,928 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,928 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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
3,032 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,928 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,928 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

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. 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 3 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 Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $131 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and WestJet, starting at $307 and $343 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Vancouver for 78% 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.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Vancouver (average of $258). Flying from Des Moines to Vancouver in March is currently the most expensive (average of $407). 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

Discover the top 3 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$131Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$307Average$791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
WestJetCheapest$343Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%

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