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$168+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Halifax (YHZ)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YHZ
May 17 — May 241
Sun 5/17
Sun 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Halifax

Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Halifax
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Halifax. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/210:26 am
DSM
-
YHZ
1 stop9h 19m
WestJet
Mon 6/83:30 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
1 stop20h 13m
WestJet
Deal found 4/14$368
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/36:20 am
DSM
-
YHZ
1 stop13h 25m
WestJet
Mon 9/73:45 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
2 stops20h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 4/15$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/306:00 am
DSM
-
YHZ
1 stop7h 58m
United Airlines
Sat 6/64:50 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
1 stop8h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/14$389
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2910:26 am
DSM
-
YHZ
1 stop9h 14m
WestJet
Fri 6/53:30 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
1 stop7h 06m
WestJet
Deal found 4/14$392
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/296:07 am
DSM
-
YHZ
1 stop13h 33m
WestJet
Mon 7/133:30 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
1 stop20h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 4/13$395
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/256:00 am
DSM
-
YHZ
1 stop7h 58m
United Airlines
Fri 5/294:50 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
1 stop9h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/12$396
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/305:56 pm
DSM
-
YHZ
1 stop25h 49m
WestJet
Sat 6/63:30 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
1 stop20h 13m
WestJet
Deal found 4/15$398

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Halifax

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$368
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$168
(American Airlines)
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Halifax 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Halifax that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Tue 6/2

6:15 am-9:45 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Halifax Intl

Mon 6/8

3:30 pm-9:43 am

1 stop20h 13m

$368

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Sat 5/30

6:00 am-3:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Halifax Intl

Sat 6/6

4:50 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$389
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Fri 5/29

10:26 am-9:40 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Halifax Intl

Fri 6/5

3:30 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$392

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Mon 6/29

6:07 am-9:40 pm

1 stop13h 33m

Halifax Intl

Mon 7/13

3:30 pm-9:45 am

1 stop20h 15m

$395

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Tue 10/6

5:25 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop26h 15m

Halifax Intl

Sat 10/10

3:30 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$417
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Thu 5/28

6:02 am-1:42 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$168

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Fri 5/29

6:00 am-3:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$169

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Tue 5/26

6:50 pm-2:03 pm

2 stops17h 13m

$182

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Fri 9/11

5:25 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops26h 00m

$201

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Mon 6/1

10:26 am-9:40 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$207

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Deals found on 4/13

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Halifax

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Halifax in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Halifax flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Halifax flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Halifax flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Halifax flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Halifax flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Halifax

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Reviews of airlines servicing Halifax

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Halifax. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Halifax. Reviews last updated April 17, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Halifax, such as American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,596 reviews

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Elizabeth,Mar 2026

ORD - MIA

Staff was rude and flight attendants 2 out of 3 looked like they had just been thru a hurricane.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,596 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,596 reviews

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Elizabeth,Mar 2026

ORD - MIA

Staff was rude and flight attendants 2 out of 3 looked like they had just been thru a hurricane.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Halifax. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Halifax?

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to Halifax in 7h 58m. Fly via WestJet or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1526 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Des Moines to Halifax round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Halifax round-trip from $475.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Halifax that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Halifax flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Halifax?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Halifax.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Halifax?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Halifax by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to Halifax. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$475Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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