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Cheap flights from Calgary to Des Moines from C$ 281

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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYC — DSM
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Calgary to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Calgary (YYC) 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 22 February 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 488

One-way from

C$ 281

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 879
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 13/3-17/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 34m total
  • Calgary to Des Moines
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 1/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 57m total
  • Calgary to Des Moines
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (C$ 69 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Calgary to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Calgary to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 February 2025.

Thu 13/312:45 p.m.YYC - DSM
1 stop10h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 17/35:29 p.m.DSM - YYC
1 stop19h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/2C$ 488
Fri 2/56:45 a.m.YYC - DSM
1 stop8h 53mDelta
Mon 5/511:59 a.m.DSM - YYC
1 stop9h 48mDelta
Deal found 21/2C$ 562
Thu 13/37:20 p.m.YYC - DSM
2 stops25h 47mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/32:56 p.m.DSM - YYC
1 stop8h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2C$ 582
Fri 2/59:15 a.m.YYC - DSM
1 stop23h 22mWestJet
Mon 5/511:59 a.m.DSM - YYC
2 stops7h 59mWestJet
Deal found 21/2C$ 598
Fri 2/51:30 p.m.YYC - DSM
3 stops31h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/56:45 p.m.DSM - YYC
2 stops28h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/2C$ 755

Find flights from Calgary to Des Moines within your budget

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Fly from

Calgary

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Thu 13/3

12:45 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop10h 14m

Des Moines

Mon 17/3

5:29 p.m.-11:49 a.m.

1 stop19h 20m

C$ 488

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Fri 2/5

6:45 a.m.-4:38 p.m.

1 stop8h 53m

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

11:59 a.m.-8:47 p.m.

1 stop9h 48m

C$ 562

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Thu 13/3

7:20 p.m.-10:07 p.m.

2 stops25h 47m

Des Moines

Mon 17/3

2:56 p.m.-10:55 p.m.

1 stop8h 59m

C$ 582

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Fri 2/5

9:15 a.m.-9:37 a.m.

1 stop23h 22m

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

11:59 a.m.-6:58 p.m.

2 stops7h 59m

C$ 598

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Fri 2/5

1:30 p.m.-9:52 p.m.

3 stops31h 22m

Des Moines

Mon 5/5

6:45 p.m.-9:48 p.m.

2 stops28h 03m

C$ 755

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Tue 1/4

6:30 a.m.-4:27 p.m.

1 stop8h 57m

C$ 281

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Mon 31/3

11:15 a.m.-11:15 p.m.

1 stop11h 00m

C$ 291

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Wed 2/4

7:00 a.m.-4:27 p.m.

2 stops8h 27m

C$ 294

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Mon 31/3

12:05 a.m.-9:52 p.m.

2 stops20h 47m

C$ 321

CalgaryDes Moines

YYC - DSM

YYCDSM

Calgary

Sat 3/5

6:15 a.m.-9:52 p.m.

3 stops14h 37m

C$ 541

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Travel insights for flights from Calgary to Des Moines

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Calgary to Des Moines including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YYC to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Calgary 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 22 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Calgary to Des Moines in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 6% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 25.0 - 125.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 25.0 mm.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, 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 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

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 22 February 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
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Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

WestJet
7.2
Good
2,800 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,758 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Calgary to Des Moines round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines (C$ 488), Delta (C$ 562), and WestJet (C$ 598) offers the cheapest pricing from Calgary to Des Moines. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Calgary to Des Moines one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Calgary to Des Moines are Delta (C$ 281), WestJet (C$ 294), and Air Canada (C$ 321).

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

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Top airline flying from Calgary to Des Moines

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WestJetCheapestC$ 572AverageC$ 800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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