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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Nova Scotia from C$ 245

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 30/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YHZ
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Nova Scotia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Des Moines to Nova Scotia flight deals. Data was last updated 17 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 566

One-way from

C$ 245
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 19/8-23/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 08m total
  • Des Moines to Nova Scotia
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 30/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 20m total
  • Des Moines to Nova Scotia
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Nova Scotia
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 17 April 2025.

Sat 31/52:54 p.m.DSM - YHZ
2 stops18h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/65:20 a.m.YHZ - DSM
2 stops13h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4C$ 531
Sat 31/56:45 p.m.DSM - YHZ
2 stops12h 54mAir Canada
Sat 7/65:00 p.m.YHZ - DSM
1 stop6h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 16/4C$ 552
Tue 19/86:00 a.m.DSM - YHZ
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 23/83:53 p.m.YHZ - DSM
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 566
Tue 8/76:24 a.m.DSM - YHZ
2 stops15h 31mUnited Airlines
Thu 17/71:30 p.m.YHZ - DSM
2 stops11h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/4C$ 595
Wed 25/63:41 p.m.DSM - YHZ
1 stop5h 46mDelta
Mon 30/66:40 a.m.YHZ - DSM
1 stop10h 20mDelta
Deal found 16/4C$ 699
Sat 24/57:01 a.m.DSM - YHZ
2 stops37h 49mWestJet
Sat 31/56:30 p.m.YHZ - DSM
2 stops24h 19mWestJet
Deal found 17/4C$ 742
Sat 31/52:54 p.m.DSM - YSJ
2 stops17h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/66:50 p.m.YSJ - DSM
2 stops29h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4C$ 770
Sat 3/55:45 a.m.DSM - YSJ
2 stops27h 04mAir Canada
Sat 17/55:15 a.m.YSJ - DSM
2 stops11h 26mAir Canada
Deal found 16/4C$ 1,296
Sat 3/58:07 a.m.DSM - YSJ
3 stops24h 42mUnited Airlines
Sat 17/511:35 a.m.YSJ - DSM
2 stops12h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/4C$ 1,450

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Des Moines

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Nova Scotia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Tue 19/8

6:00 a.m.-3:59 p.m.

1 stop7h 59m

Halifax Intl

Sat 23/8

3:53 p.m.-8:02 p.m.

1 stop6h 09m

C$ 566

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Tue 8/7

11:25 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

2 stops10h 30m

Halifax Intl

Thu 17/7

8:05 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

2 stops16h 55m

C$ 595

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Sun 1/6

7:15 p.m.-8:45 p.m.

3 stops47h 30m

Halifax Intl

Sun 8/6

7:00 a.m.-12:46 p.m.

2 stops31h 46m

C$ 621

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Sat 24/5

7:01 a.m.-10:50 p.m.

2 stops37h 49m

Halifax Intl

Sat 31/5

6:30 p.m.-4:49 p.m.

2 stops24h 19m

C$ 742

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Thu 26/6

3:41 p.m.-11:27 p.m.

1 stop5h 46m

Halifax Intl

Sun 29/6

6:40 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

1 stop10h 20m

C$ 1,004

Des MoinesSaint John

DSM - YSJ

DSMYSJ

Des Moines

Sat 3/5

5:45 a.m.-10:49 a.m.

2 stops27h 04m

Saint John

Sat 17/5

5:15 a.m.-2:41 p.m.

2 stops11h 26m

C$ 1,296

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Sat 24/5

6:45 p.m.-9:39 a.m.

2 stops12h 54m

Halifax Intl

Sat 31/5

5:00 p.m.-9:22 p.m.

1 stop6h 22m

C$ 1,393

Des MoinesSaint John

DSM - YSJ

DSMYSJ

Des Moines

Sat 3/5

8:07 a.m.-10:49 a.m.

3 stops24h 42m

Saint John

Sat 17/5

11:35 a.m.-9:52 p.m.

2 stops12h 17m

C$ 1,450

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 17/4

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Nova Scotia

Rainfall in Nova Scotia by month

Plan your trip to Nova Scotia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nova Scotia ranges from 92.0 - 141.0 mm per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 141.0 mm. August is typically the driest time to visit Nova Scotia when rainfall is around 92.0 mm.

Temperature in Nova Scotia by month

Plan your trip to Nova Scotia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nova Scotia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 19.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

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 17 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Nova Scotia, see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,809 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,142 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Most people fly from Des Moines (DSM) if they book a flight from Des Moines to Nova Scotia. Des Moines is conveniently located just 5.7 km from Des Moines’s city centre.

  • 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.

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Nova Scotia?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Nova Scotia (average of C$ 183). Flying from Des Moines to Nova Scotia in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 306). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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