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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 623
Typical prices: C$ 812-C$ 1,189
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Tue 30/1Sat 3/2
DSM - YVR • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 241
Typical prices: C$ 368-C$ 702
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/11
DSM - YVR • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Vancouver Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 20% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 962 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Vancouver (DSM-YVR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Vancouver

Sat, 30 Jan - Wed, 3 Feb
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10:00 a.m. - 10:32 p.m.DSM  Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl
13h 32m1 stop Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
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2:35 p.m. - 4:11 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines
24h 36m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
C$ 623Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
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12:35 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.DSM  Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl
28h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:30 p.m. - 1:21 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines
12h 51m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Boston Logan Intl
C$ 682Multiple Airlines
Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
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12:35 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.DSM  Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl
28h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:15 a.m. - 7:04 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines
8h 49m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
C$ 702Multiple Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.DSM  Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl
29h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:55 p.m. - 6:35 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines
26h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
C$ 715Multiple Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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2:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.DSM  Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl
27h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:05 p.m. - 7:04 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines
19h 59m2 stops Edmonton Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
C$ 719Multiple Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.DSM  Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl
29h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:55 p.m. - 6:35 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines
26h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
C$ 727Multiple Airlines
Fri, 30 Oct - Mon, 9 Nov
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8:30 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.DSM  Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl
27h 15m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
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2:32 p.m. - 8:13 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 41m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
C$ 761Multiple Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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2:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.DSM  Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl
27h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:32 p.m. - 8:13 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines
4h 41m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
C$ 789Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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8:04 p.m. - 2:35 p.m.DSM  Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl
19h 31m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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9:15 a.m. - 6:14 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines
7h 59m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
C$ 808Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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8:04 p.m. - 2:35 p.m.DSM  Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl
19h 31m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:00 a.m. - 6:35 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines
10h 35m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
C$ 819Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport and is 22% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

C$ 241
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 17% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 20% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Vancouver

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Your Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport.

  • How long does a flight from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport take?

    A direct flight from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 3,923 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport range from C$ 812 to C$ 1,189, with an average of C$ 1,000 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 812 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 623 to C$ 2,612. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 432, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR)?

    Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Avis
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • NextCar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flights from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Vancouver Intl (YVR).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 78% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 2% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    On the Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 41%. Sunday is the cheapest day at C$ 785 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 1,319 – a C$ 534 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 40m, compared with 7h 00m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 7h 57m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Vancouver Intl Airport is 2 hours behind Des Moines (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Vancouver Intl Airport are BC Place Vancouver, Rogers Arena, and Vancouver Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Vancouver Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average C$ 785 – about C$ 534 less than Friday (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Vancouver Intl Airport trip for June. Fares historically average C$ 798 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 840 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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