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July 1 - July 15

Cheapest

Earliest

DSM - Toronto

$453

$326

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August 31 - September 24

DSM - Toronto

$457

$328

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July 1 - July 17

Earliest

DSM - Toronto

$444

$331

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September 21 - September 25

Best

DSM - Toronto

$514

$348

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August 31 - September 25

DSM - Toronto

$457

$357

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September 20 - September 25

DSM - Toronto

$493

$362

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August 30 - September 25

DSM - Toronto

$444

$362

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August 31 - September 11

DSM - Toronto

$477

$363

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September 13 - September 25

DSM - Toronto

$438

$364

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July 1 - July 16

Earliest

DSM - Toronto

$448

$364

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Insights for flights from Des Moines to Toronto

Most itineraries for flights from Des Moines to Toronto connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will almost certainly have at least one stop on your journey.

Right now, fares for cheap flights from Des Moines to Toronto are above the typical level, with prices typically ranging from $415–$549 and a median of $463. Currently, 48% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that while some deals are available, prices are generally higher than usual for this route. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities to find better fares if you monitor prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Toronto? The most affordable months to fly are typically November, with a median fare of $457, followed closely by June and May, both with median fares of $458. These months offer slightly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

A typical journey from Des Moines to Toronto takes approximately 15h 25m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, making the total travel time significantly longer than a direct flight would be. This route is considered a short-haul flight, covering a distance of 1171 km.

How much is a round trip from Des Moines to Toronto

Regular price: $388 - $934

Prices from Des Moines to Toronto are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Des Moines to Toronto is typically between $388 and $934. The current lowest deal is $326 with Allegiant Air, for travel from July 1 to July 15, 2026.

now $326

Low $388

High $934

The cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Toronto

The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Toronto is November, with a median price of $457. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $576. Prices are generally lower from May to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $457

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $576

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Last-minute flights going from Des Moines to Toronto

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Toronto

Des Moines (DSM) - Toronto (YYZ)

Allegiant Air

$759

$656

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Toronto

Des Moines (DSM) - Toronto (YYZ)

$889

$1,918

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Toronto

Des Moines (DSM) - Toronto (YYZ)

$674

$644

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Toronto

Des Moines (DSM) - Toronto (YYZ)

$672

$2,053

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Toronto

Des Moines (DSM) - Toronto (YYZ)

$787

$823

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Toronto

Des Moines (DSM) - Toronto (YYZ)

$787

$909

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Des Moines to Toronto

6 nights

Jun 28 - Jul 4

$721 → $544

25%

4 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 25

$514 → $348

32%

4 nights

Aug 31 - Sep 4

$531 → $371

30%

5 nights

Aug 30 - Sep 4

$517 → $376

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Des Moines to Toronto

Des Moines - Toronto route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares are above the typical level for this route, with a median price of $463.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November has the cheapest median price at $457.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 15h 25m

Flights from Des Moines to Toronto typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 15h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are frequent

This route typically has frequent deals, with an average of 0.9 deals per day historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Allegiant Air offers deals

Allegiant Air has historically offered deals on this route, with 55 deals found.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available

Historically, 48% of deals for this route were considered good prices.

Des Moines main airports to depart from

Des Moines International (DSM)

Cheapest

Des Moines International Airport offers the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Toronto.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$326

Toronto main airports to arrive at

Billy Bishop Toronto City (YTZ)

Cheapest

Consider Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport for convenient access to downtown Toronto from Des Moines.

📍 ~3 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$328

Toronto Pearson International (YYZ)

Toronto Pearson International Airport is a major hub for flights from Des Moines to Toronto.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$334

Airports nearby Toronto used as alternative

John C. Munro Hamilton International (YHM)

Consider this airport for a domestic alternative to Toronto, avoiding international border crossings.

📍 ~60 km from Toronto (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$412

Buffalo Niagara International (BUF)

Cheapest

This major US hub often offers lower fares for transborder travelers, despite the border crossing.

📍 ~100 km from Toronto (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$251

Region of Waterloo International (YKF)

This airport is a convenient domestic alternative west of the GTA, avoiding Toronto's main airport congestion.

📍 ~90 km from Toronto (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$455

London International (YXU)

London International is a reliable regional airport with full-service connections and easier navigation.

📍 ~180 km from Toronto (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$571

Niagara Falls International (IAG)

This airport is very close to the Canadian border and offers ultra-low-cost carrier options.

📍 ~70 km from Toronto (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$264

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Toronto

Toronto, Canada

36% AI deal score

$7,138

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Toronto

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Also, looking into flights with layovers may sometimes present lower fares than direct options.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks to a few months before your desired departure, can sometimes lead to better prices. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings might also offer different pricing compared to weekend bookings.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes provide additional flight options and potentially lower prices. While it may add to your ground travel, the savings on airfare could be significant. It's often worth checking if alternative airports in the region serve your destination.

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