How long is the flight from Canada to Des Moines?

A quick flight from Canada to Des Moines can take about 9h 13m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 692. There are 1880 km between Canada and Des Moines. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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.

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).

What are the most popular routes from Canada to Des Moines?

The most popular flight routes from Canada to Des Moines are Vancouver Intl - Des Moines, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - Des Moines and Calgary - Des Moines.

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

The most popular airlines flying from Canada to Des Moines are United Airlines, Air Canada and Delta. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

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

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

If you book a flight to Des Moines from Canada, you will be flying to Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 5.7 km from the centre of Des Moines.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Canada to Des Moines?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Canada 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.

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Mon 19/108:20 a.m. -

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Mon 5/107:25 p.m. -

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Wed 7/102:42 p.m. -

1 stop31h 03m

Deal found 3/9C$ 601

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Wed 23/99:45 a.m. -

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Round-trip from	C$ 484
One-way from	C$ 294
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	October
Average price	C$ 1,103

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72h 21m total
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SaskatoonDes Moines

YXE Saskatoon - DSM Des Moines

YXEDSM

Saskatoon

Tue 20/10

7:10 a.m.-1:52 p.m.

3 stops29h 42m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 294

TorontoDes Moines

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - DSM Des Moines

YYZDSM

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 21/10

8:00 a.m.-10:50 p.m.

3 stops39h 50m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 312

WinnipegDes Moines

YWG Winnipeg - DSM Des Moines

YWGDSM

Winnipeg

Mon 19/10

9:05 p.m.-1:52 p.m.

2 stops40h 47m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 318

MontrealDes Moines

YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - DSM Des Moines

YULDSM

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 30/9

12:48 p.m.-8:46 p.m.

1 stop8h 58m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 332

MontrealDes Moines

YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - DSM Des Moines

YULDSM

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 30/9

6:00 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

2 stops9h 15m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 332

HalifaxDes Moines

YHZ Halifax Intl - DSM Des Moines

YHZDSM

Halifax Intl

Sat 17/10

7:00 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

2 stops9h 15m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 336

EdmontonDes Moines

YEG Edmonton - DSM Des Moines

YEGDSM

Edmonton

Thu 22/10

12:50 p.m.-9:10 p.m.

2 stops31h 20m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 355

MontrealDes Moines

YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - DSM Des Moines

YULDSM

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 15/9

5:45 p.m.-8:49 a.m.

2 stops40h 04m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 373

VancouverDes Moines

YVR Vancouver Intl - DSM Des Moines

YVRDSM

Vancouver Intl

Mon 23/11

8:45 p.m.-9:19 a.m.

2 stops11h 34m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 384

MontrealDes Moines

YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - DSM Des Moines

YULDSM

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 30/9

5:45 p.m.-10:57 a.m.

3 stops42h 12m

Des Moines

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 388

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canada to Des Moines (average of C$ 683). Flying from Canada to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,234). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Canada to Des Moines, such as Delta,United Airlines, andAir Canada. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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8.0

Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,172 reviews

Delta

7.8

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8,573 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Air Canada

7.1

Good

11,586 reviews

Delta

7.8

Good

8,573 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Canada?
If you book a flight to Des Moines from Canada, you will be flying to Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 5.7 km from the centre of Des Moines.
How long is the flight from Canada to Des Moines?
A quick flight from Canada to Des Moines can take about 9h 13m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 692. There are 1880 km between Canada and Des Moines. 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 Canada to Des Moines?
The most popular flight routes from Canada to Des Moines are Vancouver Intl - Des Moines, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - Des Moines and Calgary - Des Moines.
Can I find deals for flights from Canada to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Canada to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Canada to Des Moines?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Canada to Des Moines.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Canada to Des Moines?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Canada 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 Canada to Des Moines?
Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canada to Des Moines (average of C$ 683). Flying from Canada to Des Moines in January is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,234). 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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Air Canada	CheapestC$ 655	AverageC$ 933	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights
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