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

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 6/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YYC
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
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Round-trip from

$340
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$144
(Kiwi.com)

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December
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Alberta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Alberta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Fri 5/305:25 pmDSM - YYC
1 stop27h 42mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/512:00 pmYYC - DSM
1 stop10h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29$340
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/148:07 amDSM - YYC
2 stops16h 36mAir Canada
Wed 5/216:15 amYYC - DSM
1 stop16h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 3/30$361
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/152:36 pmDSM - YEG
1 stop11h 01mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/2210:35 amYEG - DSM
1 stop11h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$378
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1410:59 amDSM - YEG
1 stop5h 59mWestJet
Wed 5/216:00 amYEG - DSM
2 stops9h 49mWestJet
Deal found 3/30$415
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/141:07 pmDSM - YYC
1 stop8h 33mDelta
Wed 5/216:30 amYYC - DSM
1 stop4h 57mDelta
Deal found 3/30$420
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/145:45 amDSM - YEG
1 stop9h 23mAir Canada
Wed 5/213:17 pmYEG - DSM
1 stop7h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 3/30$438
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/147:01 amDSM - YYC
2 stops12h 57mWestJet
Wed 5/219:55 amYYC - DSM
2 stops10h 11mWestJet
Deal found 3/30$445
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/35:00 amDSM - YYC
1 stop19h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/96:29 amYYC - DSM
2 stops14h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/29$600
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/148:07 amDSM - YEG
3 stops38h 57mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/2110:15 amYEG - DSM
2 stops27h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$720
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:45 pmDSM - YYC
2 stops22h 18mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/185:05 pmYYC - DSM
2 stops19h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$766

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Alberta that are best for you.

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Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Fri 5/30

5:25 pm-8:07 pm

1 stop27h 42m

Calgary

Thu 6/5

12:00 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$340

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

8:07 am-11:43 pm

2 stops16h 36m

Calgary

Wed 5/21

6:15 am-11:39 pm

1 stop16h 24m

$361

Des MoinesEdmonton

DSM - YEG

DSMYEG

Des Moines

Thu 5/15

2:36 pm-12:37 am

1 stop11h 01m

Edmonton

Thu 5/22

10:35 am-11:27 pm

1 stop11h 52m

$378

Des MoinesEdmonton

DSM - YEG

DSMYEG

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

10:59 am-3:58 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Edmonton

Wed 5/21

6:00 am-4:49 pm

2 stops9h 49m

$415

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

1:07 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Calgary

Wed 5/21

6:30 am-12:27 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$420

Des MoinesEdmonton

DSM - YEG

DSMYEG

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

5:45 am-2:08 pm

1 stop9h 23m

Edmonton

Wed 5/21

3:17 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$438

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

7:01 am-6:58 pm

2 stops12h 57m

Calgary

Wed 5/21

9:55 am-9:06 pm

2 stops10h 11m

$445

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Sun 8/3

5:00 am-11:29 pm

1 stop19h 29m

Calgary

Sat 8/9

6:29 am-9:36 pm

2 stops14h 07m

$600

Des MoinesEdmonton

DSM - YEG

DSMYEG

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

8:07 am-10:04 pm

3 stops38h 57m

Edmonton

Wed 5/21

10:15 am-2:42 pm

2 stops27h 27m

$720

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Thu 9/11

6:45 pm-4:03 pm

2 stops22h 18m

Calgary

Thu 9/18

5:05 pm-1:56 pm

2 stops19h 51m

$766

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

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Alberta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Alberta as you normally would.

Rainfall in Alberta by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Alberta ranges from 0.4 - 3.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Alberta when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Alberta by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Alberta, 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 January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 19.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Alberta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alberta. 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 Alberta. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Des Moines to Alberta have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,789 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,004 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Alberta 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.

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

    $185 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on WestJet and Delta, with prices starting from $186 and $190, respectively.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Alberta.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Alberta 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 Alberta?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Alberta (average of $300). Flying from Des Moines to Alberta in June is currently the most expensive (average of $416). 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 Alberta

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Alberta. 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$342Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
WestJetCheapest$442Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
United AirlinesCheapest$468Average$733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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