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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines from C$ 316

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 24/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — DSM
27 Nov — 4 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) to Des Moines (DSM). 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 28 October 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 754

One-way from

C$ 316

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 797
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 31/3-1/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 12h 38m total
  • Vancouver to Des Moines
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24/11
  • 24/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 51m total
  • Vancouver to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (C$ 96 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 October 2025.

Fri 31/1010:15 a.m.YVR - DSM
2 stops22h 11mWestJet
Sun 2/117:03 a.m.DSM - YVR
1 stop5h 47mWestJet
Deal found 27/10C$ 1,108
Fri 31/102:50 p.m.YVR - DSM
3 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1110:41 a.m.DSM - YVR
2 stops26h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/10C$ 3,480

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

Fly from

Vancouver Intl

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverDes Moines

YVR - DSM

YVRDSM

Vancouver Intl

Tue 31/3

6:45 a.m.-5:33 p.m.

1 stop8h 48m

Des Moines

Wed 1/4

9:09 a.m.-9:14 p.m.

1 stop14h 05m

C$ 754

VancouverDes Moines

YVR - DSM

YVRDSM

Vancouver Intl

Tue 31/3

12:40 p.m.-8:32 p.m.

1 stop5h 52m

Des Moines

Wed 1/4

1:45 p.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops9h 35m

C$ 827

VancouverDes Moines

YVR - DSM

YVRDSM

Vancouver Intl

Mon 24/11

9:10 a.m.-7:01 p.m.

2 stops31h 51m

C$ 316

VancouverDes Moines

YVR - DSM

YVRDSM

Vancouver Intl

Fri 26/12

3:20 p.m.-11:58 p.m.

1 stop6h 38m

C$ 408

VancouverDes Moines

YVR - DSM

YVRDSM

Vancouver Intl

Mon 24/11

12:07 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

1 stop7h 08m

C$ 408

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Deals found on 27/10

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines (average of C$ 200). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 804). 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 YVR to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 October 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines?

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 28 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and WestJet from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

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
8,996 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

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
8,996 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

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

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Des Moines from Vancouver Intl, 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. There are 0 flights from Vancouver Intl to Des Moines per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines?

    Departing from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines will take you 5h 52m. Vancouver Intl Airport and Des Moines are separated by a distance of 2438 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Des Moines, with prices starting at C$ 393. Another option worth looking into is WestJet, starting at C$ 489 round trip. United Airlines is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines (average of C$ 200). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 804). 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 2 airlines flying from Vancouver Intl to Des Moines

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver Intl 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 28 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestC$ 393AverageC$ 891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 489AverageC$ 627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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