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$183+ 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 6/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YHZ
Jun 9 — Jun 161
Tue 6/9
Tue 6/16
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 May 10, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Tue 6/26:00 am
DSM
-
YHZ
1 stop7h 58m
United Airlines
Mon 6/84:50 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
1 stop8h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8$427
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/276:02 am
DSM
-
YHZ
1 stop5h 40m
American Airlines
Tue 6/22:27 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
1 stop9h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/9$433
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/266:00 am
DSM
-
YHZ
1 stop5h 40m
American Airlines
Sat 9/54:02 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
1 stop6h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/8$440
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Sat 9/196:20 am
DSM
-
YHZ
1 stop13h 25m
WestJet
Thu 9/243:30 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
1 stop7h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 5/7$452
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Wed 5/2711:23 am
DSM
-
YHZ
2 stops10h 32m
United Airlines
Tue 6/24:50 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
1 stop8h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/9$454
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/266:55 am
DSM
-
YHZ
2 stops14h 23m
Delta
Sat 9/52:00 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
2 stops10h 26m
Delta
Deal found 5/8$455
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 7/46:00 am
DSM
-
YHZ
1 stop7h 58m
United Airlines
Wed 7/84:50 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
1 stop8h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/9$461
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Sat 9/196:20 am
DSM
-
YHZ
2 stops11h 05m
WestJet
Tue 9/223:30 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
1 stop7h 15m
WestJet
Deal found 5/7$462
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Justfly.com 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 6/81:30 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
2 stops22h 14m
WestJet
Deal found 5/5$466
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/206:08 am
DSM
-
YHZ
1 stop13h 37m
WestJet
Sat 6/273:30 pm
YHZ
-
DSM
1 stop20h 14m
WestJet
Deal found 5/7$468

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Halifax

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Halifax (YHZ). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$427
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$183
(American Airlines)
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 May 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Halifax that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Tue 6/2

6:00 am-3:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Halifax Intl

Mon 6/8

4:50 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$427

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Sat 7/4

12:25 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Halifax Intl

Wed 7/15

3:30 pm-9:45 am

1 stop20h 15m

$452

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Wed 8/26

6:55 am-11:18 pm

2 stops14h 23m

Halifax Intl

Sat 9/5

2:00 pm-10:26 pm

2 stops10h 26m

$455

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Sat 7/4

6:00 am-3:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Halifax Intl

Wed 7/8

4:50 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$461

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Wed 5/27

5:56 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops23h 29m

Halifax Intl

Tue 6/2

1:30 pm-9:46 am

2 stops22h 16m

$481

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Fri 6/19

5:35 am-11:32 pm

2 stops15h 57m

Halifax Intl

Fri 6/26

6:30 am-5:54 pm

2 stops13h 24m

$496

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Sun 9/20

2:35 pm-10:45 am

2 stops18h 10m

Halifax Intl

Wed 9/23

1:30 pm-9:19 am

2 stops21h 49m

$501
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Tue 6/23

6:02 am-1:42 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$183

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Sun 6/21

6:02 am-1:42 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$188

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Tue 6/23

5:35 am-11:32 pm

2 stops15h 57m

$197

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Deals found on 5/9

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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 May.
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 May 10, 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
11,667 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - BDL

They keep changing the gate, delaying the hours and then finally canceled it. No accomodation, no food, nothing!
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,667 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,667 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DFW - BDL

They keep changing the gate, delaying the hours and then finally canceled it. No accomodation, no food, nothing!

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 15m. Fly via United Airlines or WestJet 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 $626.

  • 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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Top airline flying from Des Moines to Halifax

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 May 10, 2026.
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