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C$ 270+ Cheap flights to Des Moines

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 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— DSM
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Thu 11/126:00 a.m.YYZ - DSM
1 stop11h 19mAmerican Airlines
Thu 18/126:35 p.m.DSM - YYZ
1 stop15h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/10C$ 617
Thu 11/127:55 p.m.YYZ - DSM
2 stops24h 08mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/128:30 a.m.DSM - YYZ
1 stop10h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/10C$ 619
Sun 23/116:50 a.m.YYZ - DSM
1 stop8h 29mUnited Airlines
Sun 30/119:44 p.m.DSM - YYZ
1 stop17h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/10C$ 697
Mon 17/119:00 a.m.YYZ - DSM
1 stop4h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 19/118:02 a.m.DSM - YYZ
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/10C$ 770
Sat 15/112:15 p.m.YYZ - DSM
1 stop8h 17mUnited Airlines
Wed 19/118:02 a.m.DSM - YYZ
1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/10C$ 777
Sun 16/117:40 p.m.YYZ - DSM
2 stops15h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 19/118:02 a.m.DSM - YYZ
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/10C$ 812
Mon 17/116:50 a.m.YYZ - DSM
1 stop4h 40mAir Canada
Wed 19/111:05 p.m.DSM - YYZ
2 stops9h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 27/10C$ 842
Sun 21/126:00 a.m.YYZ - DSM
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sat 27/126:30 a.m.DSM - YYZ
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/10C$ 918
Sun 23/117:10 a.m.YYZ - DSM
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/118:40 a.m.DSM - YYZ
2 stops11h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/10C$ 985

Flights to Des Moines in 2025

Find the latest flights to Des Moines in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 629,999 searches and data was last updated on 27 October 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 617

One-way from

C$ 270

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 743
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 11/12-18/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 40m total
  • Toronto to Des Moines
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8/1
  • 8/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 09m total
  • Toronto to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price (C$ 221 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (C$ 42 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

TorontoDes Moines

YYZ - DSM

YYZDSM

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 11/12

7:55 p.m.-7:03 p.m.

2 stops24h 08m

Des Moines

Thu 18/12

8:30 a.m.-7:55 p.m.

1 stop10h 25m

C$ 619

TorontoDes Moines

YYZ - DSM

YYZDSM

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 2/4

2:15 p.m.-9:36 p.m.

1 stop8h 21m

Des Moines

Mon 6/4

6:45 p.m.-9:55 a.m.

1 stop14h 10m

C$ 633

TorontoDes Moines

YYZ - DSM

YYZDSM

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 23/11

6:50 a.m.-2:19 p.m.

1 stop8h 29m

Des Moines

Sun 30/11

9:44 p.m.-4:39 p.m.

1 stop17h 55m

C$ 697

TorontoDes Moines

YYZ - DSM

YYZDSM

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 17/11

9:00 a.m.-12:14 p.m.

1 stop4h 14m

Des Moines

Wed 19/11

8:02 a.m.-4:02 p.m.

1 stop7h 00m

C$ 770

TorontoDes Moines

YYZ - DSM

YYZDSM

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 15/11

2:15 p.m.-9:32 p.m.

1 stop8h 17m

Des Moines

Wed 19/11

8:02 a.m.-2:01 p.m.

1 stop4h 59m

C$ 777

TorontoDes Moines

YYZ - DSM

YYZDSM

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 16/11

7:40 p.m.-10:30 a.m.

2 stops15h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 19/11

8:02 a.m.-4:02 p.m.

1 stop7h 00m

C$ 812

TorontoDes Moines

YYZ - DSM

YYZDSM

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 11/12

7:55 p.m.-7:03 p.m.

2 stops24h 08m

C$ 274

TorontoDes Moines

YYZ - DSM

YYZDSM

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 8/1

7:15 a.m.-10:19 a.m.

3 stops28h 04m

C$ 295

TorontoDes Moines

YYZ - DSM

YYZDSM

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 7/1

9:40 a.m.-3:40 p.m.

3 stops31h 00m

C$ 312

TorontoDes Moines

YYZ - DSM

YYZDSM

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 9/1

7:10 a.m.-9:21 p.m.

1 stop15h 11m

C$ 319

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Des Moines

How long is the flight to Des Moines?

On average, a flight from Toronto to Des Moines takes 8 hours 21 minutes. Flights to Des Moines from other popular cities in Canada will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Des Moines?

The most popular airlines flying from Toronto to Des Moines are WestJet, Air Canada and United Airlines.

WestJet
WestJet
From C$ 442
United Airlines
United Airlines
From C$ 356
Air Canada
Air Canada
From C$ 350

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Des Moines?

The cheapest airlines flying from Toronto to Des Moines are Air Canada, United Airlines and WestJet.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 25.0 - 125.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 25.0 mm.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, 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 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. 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 Des Moines. Reviews last updated 27 October 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines,WestJet, andAir Canada to the United States. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,148 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,370 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

FAQs about flying to Des Moines

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines?

    Booking a flight to Des Moines (DSM) is your only option if you intend on flying to Des Moines. It is only a 5.7 km journey from Des Moines to Des Moines’s city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Des Moines if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Des Moines on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Des Moines?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air Canada is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Des Moines.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Des Moines depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Des Moines, Montreal offers the quickest one-way flight (4 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Des Moines have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Des Moines can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Des Moines?

    Yes. Des Moines has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is the closest property to Des Moines (0.0 km away from Des Moines).

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