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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport from C$ 182

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 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YVR
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Vancouver Intl (YVR). 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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 380

One-way from

C$ 182

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 611
11/6-18/6
  • 11/6-18/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 00m total
  • Des Moines to Vancouver
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29/5
  • 29/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 04m total
  • Des Moines to Vancouver
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (C$ 321 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 40 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 April 2025.

Wed 11/67:30 a.m.DSM - YVR
1 stop16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/65:35 p.m.YVR - DSM
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 380
Sun 11/55:45 a.m.DSM - YVR
1 stop6h 06mAir Canada
Fri 16/53:30 p.m.YVR - DSM
1 stop6h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 28/4C$ 500
Wed 11/610:59 a.m.DSM - YVR
2 stops10h 11mWestJet
Wed 18/65:00 a.m.YVR - DSM
2 stops9h 43mWestJet
Deal found 28/4C$ 503
Thu 19/69:37 a.m.DSM - YVR
1 stop15h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 28/66:00 a.m.YVR - DSM
1 stop16h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 624
Sun 11/55:45 a.m.DSM - YVR
2 stops9h 27mUnited Airlines
Fri 16/57:00 a.m.YVR - DSM
2 stops14h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 674
Thu 19/69:37 a.m.DSM - YVR
2 stops16h 21mAlaska Airlines
Sat 28/66:00 a.m.YVR - DSM
2 stops15h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 912
Thu 11/910:55 a.m.DSM - YVR
2 stops10h 16mDelta
Mon 15/911:00 p.m.YVR - DSM
1 stop9h 18mDelta
Deal found 28/4C$ 955

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Fly from

Des Moines

Fly to

Vancouver Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Wed 11/6

7:30 a.m.-10:25 p.m.

1 stop16h 55m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 18/6

5:35 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

1 stop27h 05m

C$ 380

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Sun 11/5

5:45 a.m.-9:51 a.m.

1 stop6h 06m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 16/5

3:30 p.m.-11:39 p.m.

1 stop6h 09m

C$ 500

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Wed 11/6

10:59 a.m.-7:10 p.m.

2 stops10h 11m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 18/6

5:00 a.m.-4:43 p.m.

2 stops9h 43m

C$ 503

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Thu 19/6

9:37 a.m.-10:58 p.m.

1 stop15h 21m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 28/6

6:00 a.m.-12:06 a.m.

1 stop16h 06m

C$ 624

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Sun 11/5

5:45 a.m.-1:12 p.m.

2 stops9h 27m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 16/5

7:00 a.m.-11:39 p.m.

2 stops14h 39m

C$ 674

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Thu 19/6

9:37 a.m.-11:58 p.m.

2 stops16h 21m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 28/6

6:00 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

2 stops15h 59m

C$ 912

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Thu 11/9

10:55 a.m.-7:11 p.m.

2 stops10h 16m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 15/9

11:00 p.m.-10:18 a.m.

1 stop9h 18m

C$ 955

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Thu 29/5

10:21 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

1 stop26h 04m

C$ 182

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Sat 14/6

3:56 p.m.-9:20 p.m.

1 stop7h 24m

C$ 222

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Sat 14/6

6:00 a.m.-6:20 p.m.

2 stops14h 20m

C$ 229

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 23 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport (average of C$ 144). Flying from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 262). 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.

Rainfall in Vancouver Intl by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Vancouver Intl Airport ranges from 36.0 - 189.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 189.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Vancouver Intl Airport when rainfall is around 36.0 mm.

Temperature in Vancouver Intl by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Vancouver Intl Airport, 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 18.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Vancouver Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Vancouver Intl. 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 Intl. Reviews last updated 29 April 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,949 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

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 Intl. 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 Intl?

    For a flight from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl, you will be flying from Des Moines. Des Moines (DSM) is just 5.7 km from the centre of the city. Des Moines is the only Des Moines airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Vancouver Intl per day. 0 airlines have flights to Vancouver Intl from Des Moines on a regular basis.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 500 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are WestJet and American Airlines, starting at C$ 503 and C$ 624 round-trip. Air Canada is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 222. Air Canada flights start at C$ 229 while deals on United Airlines start at C$ 237 one-way.

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

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

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

    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 Intl.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport (average of C$ 144). Flying from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 262). 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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