How long does it take to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Canada, such as Vancouver or Toronto, and flying into Des Moines, then you can expect flight times to average 5h 43m and 9h 06m, respectively.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Canada to Des Moines?

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Canada to Des Moines

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Canada to Des Moines Airport?

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The number of operators available for flights from Canada to Des Moines Airport is 2 as of November 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Canada to Des Moines Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Canada to Des Moines Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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7:00 am - 5:14 pmYUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-DSM Des Moines

11h 14m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:15 am - 3:16 pmDSM Des Moines-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

8h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$444United Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6

9:15 am - 7:19 pmYUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-DSM Des Moines

11h 04m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:15 am - 2:00 pmDSM Des Moines-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

6h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$444United Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6

2:20 pm - 7:15 pmYUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-DSM Des Moines

5h 55m1 stop New York LaGuardia

5:29 pm - 11:33 pmDSM Des Moines-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

5h 04m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$444Delta

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4:45 pm - 9:25 pmYUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-DSM Des Moines

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8:00 am - 9:17 pmDSM Des Moines-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

12h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$447United Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6

9:15 am - 7:19 pmYUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-DSM Des Moines

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$447United Airlines

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7:00 am - 5:14 pmYUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-DSM Des Moines

11h 14m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

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$447United Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6

2:20 pm - 7:15 pmYUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-DSM Des Moines

5h 55m1 stop New York LaGuardia

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5h 04m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$449Delta

Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6

7:00 am - 5:14 pmYUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-DSM Des Moines

11h 14m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:15 am - 3:16 pmDSM Des Moines-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

8h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$449United Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6

9:15 am - 7:19 pmYUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-DSM Des Moines

11h 04m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:15 am - 2:00 pmDSM Des Moines-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

6h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$449United Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6

7:00 am - 5:14 pmYUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-DSM Des Moines

11h 14m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:15 am - 3:16 pmDSM Des Moines-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

8h 01m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$452United Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6

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6:30 am - 8:21 amYYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-DSM Des Moines

26h 51m1 stop Orlando

3:11 pm - 12:40 amDSM Des Moines-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

8h 29m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

$560Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 13

9:30 am - 8:36 pmYVR Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines

10h 06m1 stop Denver Intl

9:00 am - 2:59 pmDSM Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl

6h 59m1 stop Denver Intl

$634United Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

1:36 pm - 11:42 pmYVR Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines

9h 06m1 stop Denver Intl

1:27 pm - 10:19 pmDSM Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl

9h 52m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

$634United Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

2:00 pm - 12:31 pmYVR Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines

21h 31m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl

5:30 am - 1:43 pmDSM Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl

9h 13m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

$634United Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

7:35 am - 3:25 pmYYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-DSM Des Moines

8h 50m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

8:45 am - 12:55 amDSM Des Moines-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

15h 10m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$635Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19

6:30 am - 8:21 amYYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-DSM Des Moines

26h 51m1 stop Orlando

10:25 pm - 9:18 pmDSM Des Moines-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

21h 53m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles

$679Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 13

4:15 pm - 10:13 pmYEG Edmonton-DSM Des Moines

28h 58m2 stops Vancouver Intl Minneapolis St Paul

7:55 pm - 11:44 pmDSM Des Moines-YEG Edmonton

28h 49m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Vancouver Intl

$1,223WestJet

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16

9:55 pm - 10:13 pmYEG Edmonton-DSM Des Moines

23h 18m2 stops Vancouver Intl Minneapolis St Paul

7:55 pm - 11:44 pmDSM Des Moines-YEG Edmonton

28h 49m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Vancouver Intl

$1,239WestJet

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16

4:17 pm - 12:42 amYEG Edmonton-DSM Des Moines

7h 25m1 stop Denver Intl

9:00 am - 10:20 pmDSM Des Moines-YEG Edmonton

14h 20m1 stop Denver Intl

$1,275Air Canada

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16

9:15 am - 11:19 amYEG Edmonton-DSM Des Moines

25h 04m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

7:55 pm - 11:44 pmDSM Des Moines-YEG Edmonton

28h 49m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Vancouver Intl

$1,280WestJet

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Dec 11

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Jan 16

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Dec 2

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$444

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2 stops8h 01m

$452

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines?

If you’re not able to fly to Des Moines in July, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Canada to Des Moines during February average around $558.

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Best Price Found	$234
Fastest flight time	3h 45m
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The best one-way flight to Des Moines from Canada in the past 72 hours is $234. The best round-trip flight deal from Canada to Des Moines found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $444.

The fastest flight from Canada to Des Moines takes 3h 45m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Canada to Des Moines Airport?
Prices for flights from Canada to Des Moines Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Canada to Des Moines Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Canada to Des Moines Airport is 2 as of November 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Canada to Des Moines Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Canada to Des Moines Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Des Moines Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Des Moines Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Des Moines Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $371	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,472 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
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