Travelling from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
Toronto's timezone is UTC-4, making Toronto one hour ahead of Des Moines.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your DSM to YYZ flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Des Moines International Airport to Pearson International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between DSM and YYZ include:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
C$190 is currently the best price for a one-way Des Moines International Airport to Pearson International Airport flight. Return flights start from C$395. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from DSM to YYZ, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport to Pearson International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Des Moines International Airport to Pearson International Airport.
Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
DSM's address is 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Des Moines International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.45% of flights that depart DSM reach their destination without delay.
Des Moines International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Des Moines. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to DSM? If you're boarding an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Pearson International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you have a late Des Moines International Airport to Pearson International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near YYZ:
Go where the road takes you with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and find adventure across Toronto and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
From Pearson International Airport, Toronto is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Pearson International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Toronto. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Pearson International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DSM to YYZ sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.