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Cheap flights from Des Moines to British Columbia from C$ 169

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 29/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YVR
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to British Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to British Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated 17 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 453

One-way from

C$ 169

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 611
1/6-8/6
  • 1/6-8/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 15m total
  • Des Moines to British Columbia
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29/6
  • 29/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 35m total
  • Des Moines to British Columbia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (C$ 320 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to British Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to British Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2025.

Sun 1/610:21 p.m.DSM - YVR
1 stop27h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/67:00 a.m.YVR - DSM
2 stops13h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 453
Fri 13/65:19 p.m.DSM - YYC
1 stop27h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/611:05 a.m.YYC - DSM
1 stop9h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4C$ 466
Sun 14/93:15 p.m.DSM - YVR
1 stop9h 03mAir Canada
Mon 15/95:30 p.m.YVR - DSM
1 stop15h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 17/4C$ 469
Mon 18/85:12 p.m.DSM - YVR
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Wed 27/812:40 p.m.YVR - DSM
2 stops8h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 482
Sat 31/55:20 p.m.DSM - YYC
1 stop5h 28mAir Canada
Sat 7/66:15 a.m.YYC - DSM
1 stop9h 03mAir Canada
Deal found 16/4C$ 489
Sun 1/66:30 a.m.DSM - YVR
2 stops16h 05mWestJet
Sun 8/65:00 a.m.YVR - DSM
2 stops13h 37mWestJet
Deal found 17/4C$ 534
Thu 19/69:37 a.m.DSM - YVR
1 stop15h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 28/66:00 a.m.YVR - DSM
1 stop11h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 562
Sun 1/610:21 p.m.DSM - YYJ
3 stops25h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/67:00 a.m.YYJ - DSM
2 stops14h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 598
Wed 14/57:01 a.m.DSM - YYC
2 stops9h 59mWestJet
Tue 20/59:55 a.m.YYC - DSM
2 stops10h 11mWestJet
Deal found 16/4C$ 628
Mon 23/65:58 p.m.DSM - YYC
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 28/66:45 a.m.YYC - DSM
1 stop11h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 16/4C$ 641
Wed 7/51:07 p.m.DSM - YYC
1 stop8h 33mDelta
Tue 13/512:30 a.m.YYC - DSM
1 stop11h 55mDelta
Deal found 16/4C$ 646
Mon 4/85:00 a.m.DSM - YVR
2 stops20h 58mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/87:07 p.m.YVR - DSM
2 stops17h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 690

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Des Moines

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British Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Sun 1/6

10:21 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop27h 38m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 8/6

7:00 a.m.-10:37 p.m.

2 stops13h 37m

C$ 453

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Sun 14/9

3:15 p.m.-10:18 p.m.

1 stop9h 03m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 15/9

5:30 p.m.-10:46 a.m.

1 stop15h 16m

C$ 469

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Mon 18/8

5:12 p.m.-9:49 p.m.

1 stop6h 37m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 27/8

12:40 p.m.-10:59 p.m.

2 stops8h 19m

C$ 482

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Mon 21/7

2:00 p.m.-8:02 p.m.

1 stop7h 02m

Calgary

Fri 25/7

11:00 a.m.-10:35 p.m.

1 stop10h 35m

C$ 516

Des MoinesVancouver

DSM - YVR

DSMYVR

Des Moines

Sun 1/6

6:30 a.m.-8:35 p.m.

2 stops16h 05m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 8/6

5:00 a.m.-8:37 p.m.

2 stops13h 37m

C$ 534

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Thu 15/5

5:27 p.m.-11:50 a.m.

1 stop19h 23m

Calgary

Mon 19/5

12:45 p.m.-10:56 p.m.

1 stop9h 11m

C$ 542

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.-7:04 p.m.

1 stop11h 04m

C$ 562

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Sat 17/5

1:07 p.m.-8:40 p.m.

1 stop8h 33m

Calgary

Sat 24/5

7:40 a.m.-9:06 p.m.

2 stops12h 26m

C$ 575

Des MoinesVictoria

DSM - YYJ

DSMYYJ

Des Moines

Sun 1/6

10:21 p.m.-10:17 p.m.

3 stops25h 56m

Victoria Intl

Sun 8/6

7:00 a.m.-11:26 p.m.

2 stops14h 26m

C$ 598

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Thu 15/5

7:01 a.m.-6:40 p.m.

2 stops12h 39m

Calgary

Mon 19/5

6:30 a.m.-12:27 p.m.

1 stop4h 57m

C$ 628

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Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to British Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to British Columbia

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to British Columbia (average of C$ 144). Flying from Des Moines to British Columbia 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 British Columbia by month

Plan your trip to British Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in British Columbia 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 British Columbia when rainfall is around 36.0 mm.

Temperature in British Columbia by month

Plan your trip to British Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to British Columbia, 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 British Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to British Columbia. 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 British Columbia. Reviews last updated 17 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to British Columbia, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,809 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to British Columbia. 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 British Columbia?

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to British Columbia 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$ 204. United Airlines flights start at C$ 211 while deals on Air Canada start at C$ 248 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Des Moines to British Columbia?

    When deciding which route to take from Des Moines to British Columbia consider Des Moines - Vancouver Intl, Des Moines - Calgary or Des Moines - Victoria Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to British Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to British Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to British Columbia 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 British Columbia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to British Columbia (average of C$ 144). Flying from Des Moines to British Columbia 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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