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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Calgary from $277

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2:00 pm - 9:59 pmDSM-YYC
32h 59m2 stops
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7:35 pm - 3:31 pmYYC-DSM
18h 56m1 stop
$375Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
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2:00 pm - 9:59 pmDSM-YYC
32h 59m2 stops
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7:35 pm - 3:31 pmYYC-DSM
18h 56m1 stop
$377Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
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8:25 pm - 11:14 amDSM-YYC
15h 49m2 stops
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7:35 pm - 3:40 pmYYC-DSM
19h 05m1 stop
$408Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Jan 16 - Wed, Jan 21
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8:02 am - 11:35 amDSM-YYC
28h 33m1 stop
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12:35 pm - 10:29 amYYC-DSM
20h 54m1 stop
$489United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 4
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8:02 am - 11:35 amDSM-YYC
28h 33m1 stop
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6:15 am - 10:29 amYYC-DSM
27h 14m2 stops
$498United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 4
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7:00 am - 9:43 pmDSM-YYC
15h 43m2 stops
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1:40 pm - 11:12 amYYC-DSM
20h 32m1 stop
$509American Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 21
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11:42 am - 12:48 pmDSM-YYC
26h 06m1 stop
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1:40 pm - 9:03 pmYYC-DSM
30h 23m1 stop
$572American Airlines
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Fri, Jan 16 - Tue, Jan 20
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9:01 am - 7:35 pmDSM-YYC
11h 34m2 stops
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5:35 am - 9:37 pmYYC-DSM
15h 02m2 stops
$602Air Canada
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Thu, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 4
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7:00 am - 4:15 pmDSM-YYC
10h 15m2 stops
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6:35 pm - 3:35 pmYYC-DSM
20h 00m2 stops
$656WestJet
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Thu, Jan 15 - Tue, Jan 20
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9:03 am - 4:05 pmDSM-YYC
8h 02m2 stops
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2:13 pm - 11:44 pmYYC-DSM
8h 31m1 stop
$687Air Canada
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United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Calgary

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United Airlines
Nov 27
DSM8:02 amDes Moines
28h 33m
1 stop
YYC11:35 amCalgary
Dec 4
YYC12:35 pmCalgary
20h 54m
1 stop
DSM10:29 amDes Moines
$489
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Nov 27
DSM8:02 amDes Moines
28h 33m
1 stop
YYC11:35 amCalgary
Dec 4
YYC6:15 amCalgary
27h 14m
2 stops
DSM10:29 amDes Moines
$498
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United Airlines
Jan 16
DSM3:35 pmDes Moines
23h 45m
2 stops
YYC2:20 pmCalgary
Jan 20
YYC2:13 pmCalgary
19h 42m
2 stops
DSM10:55 amDes Moines
$504
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American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Calgary

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American Airlines
Oct 17
DSM6:07 pmDes Moines
19h 27m
1 stop
YYC12:34 pmCalgary
Oct 22
YYC1:29 pmCalgary
17h 53m
1 stop
DSM8:22 amDes Moines
$479
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American Airlines
Oct 17
DSM1:48 pmDes Moines
23h 46m
1 stop
YYC12:34 pmCalgary
Oct 21
YYC1:29 pmCalgary
9h 33m
1 stop
DSM12:02 amDes Moines
$500
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American Airlines
Jan 17
DSM7:00 amDes Moines
15h 43m
2 stops
YYC9:43 pmCalgary
Jan 21
YYC1:40 pmCalgary
20h 32m
1 stop
DSM11:12 amDes Moines
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Calgary that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated October 14, 2025.
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DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

2:00 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops32h 59m

Calgary

Wed 12/3

7:35 pm-3:31 pm

1 stop18h 56m

$375

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

2:00 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops32h 59m

Calgary

Wed 12/3

7:35 pm-3:31 pm

1 stop18h 56m

$377

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Fri 1/16

8:25 pm-11:14 am

2 stops15h 49m

Calgary

Wed 1/21

7:35 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$408

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

8:02 am-11:35 am

1 stop28h 33m

Calgary

Thu 12/4

12:35 pm-10:29 am

1 stop20h 54m

$489

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

8:02 am-11:35 am

1 stop28h 33m

Calgary

Thu 12/4

6:15 am-10:29 am

2 stops27h 14m

$498

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

7:00 am-9:43 pm

2 stops15h 43m

Calgary

Wed 1/21

1:40 pm-11:12 am

1 stop20h 32m

$509

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Fri 1/16

11:42 am-12:48 pm

1 stop26h 06m

Calgary

Tue 1/20

1:40 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop30h 23m

$572

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

9:01 am-7:35 pm

2 stops11h 34m

Calgary

Thu 12/4

5:35 am-9:37 pm

2 stops15h 02m

$602

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Thu 1/15

7:00 am-4:15 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Calgary

Tue 1/20

6:35 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops20h 00m

$656

Des MoinesCalgary

DSM - YYC

DSMYYC

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

9:03 am-4:05 pm

2 stops8h 02m

Calgary

Mon 1/19

2:13 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$687

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Calgary?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Calgary is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $365. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Des Moines to Calgary on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $799. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Calgary?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Calgary is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $584. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $794 on average. Flights to Calgary from Des Moines at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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  • How far is Des Moines to Calgary by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Des Moines to Calgary is 1167.3 mi. Typically, this will take 5h 39m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Calgary Airport are updated daily.

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Calgary Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Calgary Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Calgary Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Calgary Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Calgary

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WestJetPriceFrom $432Free CancellationRating
7.2
3,124 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $457Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,039 reviews
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