What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How often are flights from Des Moines to Vancouver delayed?

Historically, on average around 0% of flights between Des Moines and Vancouver have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 0 minutes.

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

WestJet is the most popular carrier operating from Des Moines to Vancouver

What is the most punctual flight time for Des Moines to Vancouver flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

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There are 2 operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Vancouver as of August 2026.

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

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 Des Moines Airport to Vancouver.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Vancouver?

The required travel and health documents for your Vancouver 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 Vancouver. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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9:31 pm - 4:15 pmDSM Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl

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6:45 am - 7:48 pmYVR Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines

11h 03m2 stops Calgary Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$315Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 18

9:31 pm - 4:15 pmDSM Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl

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3:40 pm - 7:48 pmYVR Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines

26h 08m2 stops Calgary Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$316Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17

9:31 pm - 4:15 pmDSM Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl

20h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

3:40 pm - 7:48 pmYVR Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines

26h 08m2 stops Calgary Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$317Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17

9:31 pm - 4:15 pmDSM Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl

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1:45 pm - 7:48 pmYVR Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines

28h 03m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$319Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17

4:20 pm - 10:59 pmDSM Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl

8h 39m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl

6:00 am - 4:48 pmYVR Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines

8h 48m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$616Delta

Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 22

4:20 pm - 10:59 pmDSM Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl

8h 39m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7:30 pm - 10:17 amYVR Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines

12h 47m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul

$621Delta

Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 22

2:46 pm - 10:59 pmDSM Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl

10h 13m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl

7:30 pm - 10:17 amYVR Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines

12h 47m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul

$621Delta

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22

11:33 am - 6:18 pmDSM Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl

8h 45m1 stop Denver Intl

2:20 pm - 11:48 pmYVR Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines

7h 28m1 stop Denver Intl

$642United Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Fri, Oct 16

8:00 am - 5:49 pmDSM Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl

10h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:20 pm - 10:39 pmYVR Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines

5h 19m1 stop Denver Intl

$642United Airlines

Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 22

9:13 am - 2:06 pmDSM Des Moines-YVR Vancouver Intl

6h 53m1 stop Denver Intl

2:20 pm - 11:33 pmYVR Vancouver Intl-DSM Des Moines

7h 13m1 stop Denver Intl

$672United Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 22

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Sep 5

DSM5:21 pmDes Moines

7h 35m

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YVR10:56 pmVancouver Intl

Sep 12

YVR8:35 amVancouver Intl

9h 51m

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DSM8:26 pmDes Moines

$745

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Sep 2

DSM11:33 amDes Moines

8h 45m

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YVR6:18 pmVancouver Intl

Sep 14

YVR2:20 pmVancouver Intl

7h 13m

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DSM11:33 pmDes Moines

$776

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Sep 5

DSM9:13 amDes Moines

11h 05m

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YVR6:18 pmVancouver Intl

Sep 10

YVR2:20 pmVancouver Intl

7h 13m

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DSM11:33 pmDes Moines

$799

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Sep 5

DSM4:20 pmDes Moines

6h 12m

1 stop

YVR8:32 pmVancouver Intl

Sep 15

YVR12:05 pmVancouver Intl

7h 06m

1 stop

DSM9:11 pmDes Moines

$853

Delta

Sep 4

DSM2:45 pmDes Moines

7h 47m

1 stop

YVR8:32 pmVancouver Intl

Sep 9

YVR6:00 amVancouver Intl

6h 06m

1 stop

DSM2:06 pmDes Moines

$960

Delta

Sep 4

DSM2:45 pmDes Moines

7h 47m

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YVR8:32 pmVancouver Intl

Sep 12

YVR6:00 amVancouver Intl

6h 06m

1 stop

DSM2:06 pmDes Moines

$985

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Mon 9/14

9:31 pm-4:15 pm

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6:45 am-7:48 pm

2 stops11h 03m

$315

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Mon 9/14

9:31 pm-4:15 pm

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Thu 9/17

3:40 pm-7:48 pm

2 stops26h 08m

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Des Moines

Mon 9/14

9:31 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop20h 44m

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3:40 pm-7:48 pm

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$317

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Mon 9/14

9:31 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop20h 44m

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Thu 9/17

1:45 pm-7:48 pm

1 stop28h 03m

$319

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DSM Des Moines - YVR Vancouver Intl

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Des Moines

Sat 9/12

4:20 pm-10:59 pm

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Tue 9/22

6:00 am-4:48 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$616

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DSM Des Moines - YVR Vancouver Intl

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Des Moines

Sat 9/12

4:20 pm-10:59 pm

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Tue 9/22

7:30 pm-10:17 am

2 stops12h 47m

$621

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DSM Des Moines - YVR Vancouver Intl

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Des Moines

Tue 9/15

2:46 pm-10:59 pm

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Tue 9/22

7:30 pm-10:17 am

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$621

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DSM Des Moines - YVR Vancouver Intl

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Sun 10/4

11:33 am-6:18 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 10/16

2:20 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$642

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DSM Des Moines - YVR Vancouver Intl

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Thu 2/18

8:00 am-5:49 pm

1 stop10h 49m

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Mon 2/22

4:20 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$642

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Thu 9/10

9:13 am-2:06 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 9/22

2:20 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$672

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Des Moines and Vancouver?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $553 to $730.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $315.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Vancouver?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Vancouver from Des Moines during April instead. Flights to Vancouver in April, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $536.

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Fastest flight time	6h 06m
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The best one-way flight to Vancouver from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $253. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Vancouver found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $315.

The fastest flight from Des Moines to Vancouver takes 6h 06m

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How far is Des Moines to Vancouver by plane?
The distance between Des Moines and Vancouver is about 1512.1 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 6h 06m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Vancouver?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Vancouver refresh daily.
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There are 2 operators available for flights from Des Moines Airport to Vancouver as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Vancouver?
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 Des Moines Airport to Vancouver.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Vancouver?
The required travel and health documents for your Vancouver 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 Vancouver. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $235	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,517 reviews		Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $301	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,112 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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