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$131+ 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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YVR
may. 3 — may. 101
sáb. 5/3
sáb. 5/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Vancouver are usually found in October or February, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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 abril 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$263
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$131
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$441
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 abril 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/117:30 amDSM - YVR
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/185:35 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$263
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 5/115:45 amDSM - YVR
1 stop6h 06mAir Canada
vie. 5/163:30 pmYVR - DSM
1 stop6h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$361
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/1110:59 amDSM - YVR
2 stops10h 11mWestJet
mié. 6/185:00 amYVR - DSM
2 stops9h 43mWestJet
Deal found 4/28$363
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
mar. 5/138:07 amDSM - YVR
2 stops17h 42mUnited Airlines
sáb. 5/176:15 amYVR - DSM
1 stop9h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$369
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/142:20 pmDSM - YVR
2 stops21h 18mAlaska Airlines
vie. 5/167:07 pmYVR - DSM
2 stops19h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/26$447
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/199:37 amDSM - YVR
1 stop15h 21mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 6/286:00 amYVR - DSM
1 stop16h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$450
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
sáb. 5/311:59 amDSM - YVR
2 stops9h 11mDelta
vie. 5/99:25 amYVR - DSM
2 stops9h 41mDelta
Deal found 4/26$1,610

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

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Des Moines

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Vancouver

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Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

mié. 6/11

7:30 am-10:25 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Vancouver Intl

mié. 6/18

5:35 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$263

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

dom. 5/11

5:45 am-9:51 am

1 stop6h 06m

Vancouver Intl

vie. 5/16

3:30 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$361

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

mié. 6/11

10:59 am-7:10 pm

2 stops10h 11m

Vancouver Intl

mié. 6/18

5:00 am-4:43 pm

2 stops9h 43m

$363

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

mar. 5/13

8:07 am-11:49 pm

2 stops17h 42m

Vancouver Intl

sáb. 5/17

6:15 am-5:50 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$369

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

mié. 5/14

2:20 pm-9:38 am

2 stops21h 18m

Vancouver Intl

vie. 5/16

7:07 pm-4:37 pm

2 stops19h 30m

$447

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

jue. 6/19

9:37 am-10:58 pm

1 stop15h 21m

Vancouver Intl

sáb. 6/28

6:00 am-12:06 am

1 stop16h 06m

$450

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

jue. 5/29

10:21 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop26h 04m

$131

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

mié. 6/11

1:30 pm-11:22 pm

2 stops11h 52m

$159

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

sáb. 6/14

3:56 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$160

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

sáb. 6/14

5:20 pm-10:55 am

2 stops19h 35m

$171

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Des Moines to Vancouver?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Vancouver. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Des Moines to Vancouver may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 23 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 $418). 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 abril 28, 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.

Rainfall in Vancouver by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Vancouver 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 Vancouver when rainfall is around 1.4 in.

Temperature in Vancouver by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Vancouver, 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 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 abril 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Vancouver, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,823 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 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 $361 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are WestJet and United Airlines, starting at $363 and $369 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Vancouver for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Canada, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $159. American Airlines flights start at $160 while deals on United Airlines start at $171 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 $418). 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 abril 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$131Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$307Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
WestJetCheapest$357Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%

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