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Flight deals from Des Moines to Vancouver International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Des Moines Airport to Vancouver International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs93,688. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Vancouver.Rs37,500 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Des Moines on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs37,500, select.
Vancouver.Rs37,911 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Des Moines on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs37,911, select.
Vancouver.Rs50,556 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs50,556, select.
Vancouver.Rs57,769 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,769, select.
Vancouver.Rs72,976 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs72,976, select.
Vancouver.Rs73,615 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 May.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Des Moines on Fri, 14 May, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs73,615, select.
Vancouver.Rs81,721 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Mar.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Des Moines on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in Vancouver International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs81,721, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Vancouver International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Des Moines to Vancouver International flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from Rs57,780
Aug
from Rs37,918
Sep
from Rs37,508
Oct
from Rs50,565
Nov
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Dec
from Rs72,990
Jan
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Feb
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Mar
from Rs81,737
Apr
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May
from Rs73,629
Jun
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Des Moines to Vancouver International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Des Moines to Vancouver below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Vancouver International.

Vancouver Coal Harbour

3km from central Vancouver
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from Rs73,335
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Vancouver International

10km from central Vancouver
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from Rs37,508
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Sechelt

52km from central Vancouver
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Ganges Harbor

54km from central Vancouver
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Nanaimo

60km from central Vancouver
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Nanaimo Harbour

61km from central Vancouver
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Abbotsford

61km from central Vancouver
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Des Moines to Vancouver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs37,508
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Des Moines to Vancouver International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Des Moines to Vancouver International is Rs85,628. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Des Moines to Vancouver International. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs85,612.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Des Moines to Vancouver International.
The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Vancouver International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to Vancouver International Airport on Friday, 11 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Des Moines Airport and Vancouver International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Vancouver International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Vancouver is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Allegiant Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Vancouver International.

Travelling from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-8, which is two hours behind Des Moines.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your DSM to YVR flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Des Moines Airport to Vancouver International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DSM and YVR include:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Minneapolis St Paul Airport

    • Portland Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Des Moines Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight is Rs37,508. A return ticket right now is Rs85,612. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from DSM to YVR, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • Getting cheap flights from Des Moines Airport to Vancouver International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DSM to YVR by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Des Moines Airport to Vancouver International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Des Moines Airport (DSM)

  • DSM's address is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Des Moines Airport, 77% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • To reach Des Moines Airport from central Des Moines, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near DSM? If you've booked an early flight from Des Moines Airport to Vancouver International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver

  • Vancouver International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.

When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Des Moines Airport to Vancouver International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Vancouver based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your flights from Des Moines Airport to Vancouver International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • February has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DSM to YVR sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Canada

  • Surrey is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Green Timbers Urban Forest, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir and Surrey Art Gallery.

  • If you're interested in discovering another side of Canada, consider Victoria, about 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada, St. Andrew's Cathedral and Craigdarroch Castle are the start of reasons to visit.

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