HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
British Columbia

$219+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to British Columbia

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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YVR
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Des Moines to British Columbia with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go
Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”
2. Select your favorite providers
We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.
3. Compare prices and book
Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to British Columbia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to British Columbia (CABC). 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 20, 2024.

Find flight deals from Des Moines to British Columbia

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to British Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to British Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/29:34 pmDSM - YVR
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/53:55 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$412
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/167:30 amDSM - YYC
2 stops29h 14mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/236:55 pmYYC - DSM
1 stop16h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$464
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/212:12 pmDSM - YVR
2 stops22h 51mWestJet
Thu 12/56:00 amYVR - DSM
2 stops13h 02mWestJet
Deal found 11/20$533
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/196:55 amDSM - YYC
2 stops11h 21mWestJet
Wed 12/257:00 amYYC - DSM
1 stop8h 38mWestJet
Deal found 11/19$543
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1912:25 pmDSM - YYC
1 stop9h 42mDelta
Wed 12/257:00 amYYC - DSM
1 stop8h 38mDelta
Deal found 11/19$559
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fri 12/208:50 amDSM - YYC
1 stop6h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/66:19 amYYC - DSM
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$868
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/76:00 amDSM - YVR
1 stop16h 01mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/84:00 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,571

Find flights from Des Moines to British Columbia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to British Columbia 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Mon 2/10

9:38 am-9:24 pm

1 stop13h 46m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 2/19

7:00 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$339

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Wed 1/8

5:00 am-4:09 pm

2 stops13h 09m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 1/12

12:55 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$343

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Sat 2/8

5:15 pm-1:24 pm

2 stops22h 09m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 2/18

6:30 am-9:23 pm

1 stop12h 53m

$348

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Wed 1/8

5:55 pm-11:37 am

1 stop19h 42m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 1/12

12:55 pm-11:30 am

1 stop20h 35m

$379

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Wed 1/22

12:10 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop9h 43m

Calgary

Sun 1/26

6:35 am-4:34 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$422

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Mon 1/6

2:29 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Calgary

Fri 1/10

6:35 am-9:13 pm

1 stop13h 38m

$462

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Wed 1/22

6:43 am-4:16 pm

2 stops10h 33m

Calgary

Sat 1/25

12:20 am-9:13 pm

2 stops19h 53m

$485

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Fri 1/3

5:10 pm-6:44 am

2 stops15h 34m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 1/10

7:15 pm-4:11 pm

2 stops18h 56m

$523

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Fri 1/3

5:10 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Calgary

Fri 1/10

6:19 am-8:32 pm

1 stop13h 13m

$534

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Fri 12/20

8:50 am-2:01 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Calgary

Mon 1/6

6:19 am-12:55 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$868

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 11/19

Showing 1-10 of 19 results
1
2

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to British Columbia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to British Columbia from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to British Columbia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines to British Columbia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to British Columbia (average of $258). Flying from Des Moines to British Columbia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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 BC?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to British Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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

Rainfall in British Columbia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in British Columbia ranges from 1.4 - 7.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit British Columbia when rainfall is around 1.4 in.

Temperature in British Columbia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to British Columbia, 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 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing British Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to British Columbia. 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 British Columbia. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Air Canada and WestJet from Des Moines to British Columbia. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,811 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,237 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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 British Columbia. 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 British Columbia?

    For a flight from Des Moines to British Columbia, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 3.6 mi from the center of the city.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Canada. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $219. Users have also found prices from $253 and $278 on Delta and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to British Columbia?

    The most popular flight routes from Des Moines to British Columbia are Des Moines - Vancouver Intl, Des Moines - Calgary and Des Moines - Victoria Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to British Columbia 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 British Columbia?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to British Columbia (average of $258). Flying from Des Moines to British Columbia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Des Moines to British Columbia

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Omaha to Vancouver Intl flights
Omaha to Pearson Intl flights
Des Moines to Vancouver Intl flights
Des Moines to Pearson Intl flights
Des Moines to Toronto Island flights
Omaha to Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl flights
Cedar Rapids to Pearson Intl flights
Cedar Rapids to Vancouver Intl flights
Moline to Calgary flights
Des Moines to Calgary flights
Cedar Rapids to Calgary flights
Des Moines to Winnipeg flights
Omaha to Calgary flights
Des Moines to Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl flights
Cedar Rapids to Edmonton flights
Des Moines to Ottawa flights
Moline to Edmonton flights
Moline to Pearson Intl flights
Omaha to Abbotsford flights
Cedar Rapids to Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl flights
Omaha to Victoria flights
Cedar Rapids to Québec City flights
Omaha to Québec City flights
Waterloo to Pearson Intl flights
Omaha to Winnipeg flights
Des Moines to Québec City flights
Des Moines to Edmonton flights
Dubuque to Edmonton flights
Omaha to Halifax flights
Des Moines to Halifax flights
Waterloo to Calgary flights
Dubuque to Vancouver Intl flights
La Crosse to Calgary flights
Omaha to Ottawa flights
Omaha to Saskatoon flights
Waterloo to Edmonton flights
Moline to Halifax flights
La Crosse to Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl flights
La Crosse to Halifax flights
Des Moines to Victoria flights
Des Moines to St John flights
Des Moines to Fredericton flights
Dubuque to Pearson Intl flights
Dubuque to Calgary flights
Cedar Rapids to Victoria flights
Cedar Rapids to Halifax flights

Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to British Columbia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to British Columbia. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$131Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$307Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
WestJetCheapest$357Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
American AirlinesCheapest$394Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.
View all available airlines