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Cheap flights from Alberta to Des Moines from C$ 229

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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYC — DSM
28 Nov — 5 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Alberta to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Alberta to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 October 2025.

Thu 13/119:15 a.m.YEG - DSM
1 stop24h 05mWestJet
Sun 16/1111:00 a.m.DSM - YEG
2 stops31h 19mWestJet
Deal found 29/10C$ 829
Thu 13/1112:00 p.m.YEG - DSM
2 stops8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/114:59 p.m.DSM - YEG
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10C$ 869
Wed 12/1112:45 a.m.YEG - DSM
1 stop8h 57mDelta
Sun 16/114:59 p.m.DSM - YEG
2 stops8h 45mDelta
Deal found 27/10C$ 1,107
Wed 12/1112:15 a.m.YEG - DSM
2 stops20h 17mAir Canada
Sun 16/115:14 p.m.DSM - YEG
2 stops21h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 27/10C$ 1,441

Cheap flight deals from Alberta to Des Moines

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Alberta to Des Moines flight deals. Data was last updated 29 October 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 546

One-way from

C$ 229

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 823
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 14/4-18/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 26h 30m total
  • Alberta to Des Moines
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3/12
  • 3/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 48m total
  • Alberta to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (C$ 133 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Alberta

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdmontonDes Moines

YEG - DSM

YEGDSM

Edmonton

Tue 14/4

10:05 a.m.-9:36 p.m.

2 stops10h 31m

Des Moines

Sat 18/4

8:00 a.m.-10:59 p.m.

2 stops15h 59m

C$ 546

EdmontonDes Moines

YEG - DSM

YEGDSM

Edmonton

Tue 14/4

6:00 a.m.-12:34 p.m.

1 stop5h 34m

Des Moines

Sat 18/4

9:09 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

1 stop6h 06m

C$ 613

EdmontonDes Moines

YEG - DSM

YEGDSM

Edmonton

Mon 13/4

12:45 a.m.-10:16 a.m.

1 stop8h 31m

Des Moines

Sat 18/4

7:00 a.m.-5:04 p.m.

2 stops11h 04m

C$ 634

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Tue 7/4

12:30 p.m.-9:36 p.m.

1 stop8h 06m

Des Moines

Wed 8/4

9:09 a.m.-1:56 p.m.

1 stop5h 47m

C$ 657

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Mon 6/4

12:30 a.m.-10:23 a.m.

1 stop8h 53m

Des Moines

Wed 8/4

10:55 a.m.-7:12 p.m.

2 stops9h 17m

C$ 729

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Tue 7/4

5:45 a.m.-9:36 p.m.

2 stops14h 51m

Des Moines

Wed 8/4

9:09 a.m.-1:56 p.m.

1 stop5h 47m

C$ 739

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Tue 7/4

7:00 a.m.-9:27 p.m.

2 stops13h 27m

Des Moines

Wed 8/4

10:55 a.m.-7:12 p.m.

2 stops9h 17m

C$ 750

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Wed 3/12

8:15 p.m.-7:03 p.m.

3 stops45h 48m

C$ 229

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Tue 2/12

12:30 a.m.-1:31 p.m.

1 stop12h 01m

C$ 402

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Tue 2/12

12:15 a.m.-9:15 p.m.

2 stops20h 00m

C$ 456

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Deals found on 29/10

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alberta to Des Moines (average of C$ 326). Flying from Alberta to Des Moines in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 623). 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 AB to DSM?

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When flying from Alberta to Des Moines, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

    Des Moines (DSM), located 5.7 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Alberta to Des Moines.

  • How long is the flight from Alberta to Des Moines?

    For as low as C$ 657, Air Canada can have you in Des Moines from Alberta in 8h 06m. The distance between Alberta and Des Moines is about 1880 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    While some choose either Calgary - Des Moines or Lethbridge - Des Moines, Edmonton - Des Moines is the most popular route from Alberta to Des Moines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alberta to Des Moines (average of C$ 326). Flying from Alberta to Des Moines in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 623). 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 airline flying from Alberta to Des Moines

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Alberta to Des Moines. 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 29 October 2025.
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WestJetCheapestC$ 466AverageC$ 647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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