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$123+ 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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YVR
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$282
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$123
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$698
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 July 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 7/212:00 pmDSM - YVR
1 stop9h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/245:00 amYVR - DSM
2 stops15h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$282

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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 July 3, 2025.
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Des Moines

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Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Mon 7/21

2:00 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Vancouver Intl

Thu 7/24

5:00 am-10:38 pm

2 stops15h 38m

$282

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Fri 9/5

2:22 pm-10:36 pm

2 stops34h 14m

$123

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

7:00 am-5:00 pm

2 stops12h 00m

$249

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

7:03 am-12:34 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$288

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Wed 9/3

8:00 am-11:22 pm

3 stops17h 22m

$298

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Sun 8/17

6:00 am-3:54 pm

2 stops11h 54m

$343

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Deals found on 6/30

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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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $410). 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 July 3, 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Vancouver?

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 July 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines 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
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,681 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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 to fly from Des Moines to Vancouver one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $249. American Airlines flights start at $288 while deals on United Airlines start at $298 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.

  • 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $410). 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 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$131Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$307Average$783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
WestJetCheapest$343Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%

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