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$145+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Nova Scotia

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 12/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YHZ
nov. 29 — déc. 61
sam. 11/29
sam. 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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$145
(United Airlines)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Nova Scotia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octobre 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
dim. 12/1411:35 amDSM - YHZ
2 stops10h 19mUnited Airlines
dim. 12/219:00 amYHZ - DSM
2 stops31h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$505
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 11/136:50 pmDSM - YHZ
2 stops12h 35mAir Canada
mer. 12/35:35 amYHZ - DSM
2 stops10h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 10/28$532
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 12/127:28 pmDSM - YHZ
3 stops22h 23mMultiple Airlines
ven. 12/195:35 amYHZ - DSM
2 stops11h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$549
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
sam. 12/138:00 amDSM - YHZ
2 stops10h 10mUnited Airlines
sam. 12/206:35 pmYHZ - DSM
2 stops29h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$552
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 12/126:50 pmDSM - YHZ
2 stops18h 57mAir Canada
ven. 12/195:35 amYHZ - DSM
2 stops18h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 10/28$572
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 11/139:03 pmDSM - YHZ
3 stops24h 46mMultiple Airlines
mer. 12/36:00 amYHZ - DSM
3 stops42h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$674

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Nova Scotia that are best for you.

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Des Moines

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Nova Scotia

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Price

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

lun. 2/16

6:49 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Halifax Intl

ven. 2/20

5:05 am-9:51 pm

2 stops18h 46m

$429

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

lun. 2/16

6:49 pm-4:14 pm

2 stops19h 25m

Halifax Intl

ven. 2/20

5:05 am-2:27 pm

2 stops11h 22m

$429

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

dim. 12/14

11:35 am-11:54 pm

2 stops10h 19m

Halifax Intl

dim. 12/21

9:00 am-2:33 pm

2 stops31h 33m

$505

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

jeu. 11/13

6:50 pm-9:25 am

2 stops12h 35m

Halifax Intl

mer. 12/3

5:35 am-2:20 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$532

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

ven. 12/12

7:28 pm-7:51 pm

3 stops22h 23m

Halifax Intl

ven. 12/19

5:35 am-3:03 pm

2 stops11h 28m

$549

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

sam. 12/13

8:00 am-10:26 pm

2 stops12h 26m

Halifax Intl

sam. 12/20

6:35 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops29h 05m

$552

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

ven. 12/12

6:50 pm-3:47 pm

2 stops18h 57m

Halifax Intl

ven. 12/19

5:35 am-9:40 pm

2 stops18h 05m

$572

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

sam. 12/13

11:35 am-11:54 pm

2 stops10h 19m

$145

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Deals found on 10/29

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Reviews of airlines servicing Nova Scotia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nova Scotia. 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 Nova Scotia. Reviews last updated octobre 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Des Moines to Nova Scotia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,034 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,034 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,034 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Des Moines to Nova Scotia?

    Located just 3.6 mi from the city center, Des Moines (DSM) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Nova Scotia from Des Moines.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Nova Scotia?

    Airlines like Air Canada and United Airlines fly from Des Moines to Nova Scotia in about 17h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h. The distance from Des Moines to Nova Scotia is about 1526 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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Top airline flying from Des Moines to Nova Scotia

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Des Moines to Nova Scotia. 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 octobre 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$475Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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