Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Des Moines to Nova Scotia from C$ 260

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 25/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YHZ
17 Jun — 24 Jun1
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 12 June 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 567

One-way from

C$ 260
26/7-2/8
  • 26/7-2/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 10m total
  • Des Moines to Nova Scotia
Search Deals
25/7
  • 25/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 40m total
  • Des Moines to Nova Scotia
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Des Moines to Nova Scotia

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 12 June 2025.

Sat 26/71:13 p.m.DSM - YHZ
2 stops29h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/811:00 p.m.YHZ - DSM
2 stops25h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6C$ 567
Fri 25/73:27 p.m.DSM - YHZ
1 stop20h 08mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/83:25 p.m.YHZ - DSM
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/6C$ 905
Tue 8/73:39 p.m.DSM - YHZ
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Thu 17/76:40 a.m.YHZ - DSM
1 stop10h 19mDelta
Deal found 10/6C$ 923
Sun 27/76:50 p.m.DSM - YSJ
2 stops20h 55mAir Canada
Sun 3/811:35 a.m.YSJ - DSM
2 stops38h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 12/6C$ 1,005
Sun 27/710:31 p.m.DSM - YSJ
3 stops23h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/85:55 a.m.YSJ - DSM
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6C$ 1,068

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Nova Scotia 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 12 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Nova Scotia that are best for you.

Fly from

Des Moines

Fly to

Nova Scotia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Sat 26/7

1:13 p.m.-8:45 p.m.

2 stops29h 32m

Halifax Intl

Sat 2/8

11:00 p.m.-10:38 p.m.

2 stops25h 38m

C$ 567

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Fri 25/7

3:27 p.m.-1:35 p.m.

1 stop20h 08m

Halifax Intl

Fri 1/8

3:25 p.m.-7:23 p.m.

1 stop5h 58m

C$ 905

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Tue 8/7

3:39 p.m.-11:29 p.m.

1 stop5h 50m

Halifax Intl

Thu 17/7

6:40 a.m.-2:59 p.m.

1 stop10h 19m

C$ 923

Des MoinesSaint John

DSM - YSJ

DSMYSJ

Des Moines

Sun 27/7

6:50 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

2 stops20h 55m

Saint John

Sun 3/8

11:35 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

2 stops38h 24m

C$ 1,005

Des MoinesSaint John

DSM - YSJ

DSMYSJ

Des Moines

Sun 27/7

10:31 p.m.-11:50 p.m.

3 stops23h 19m

Saint John

Sun 3/8

5:55 a.m.-6:05 p.m.

2 stops38h 10m

C$ 1,068

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Fri 25/7

2:00 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

2 stops30h 40m

C$ 260

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Fri 25/7

3:27 p.m.-1:35 p.m.

1 stop20h 08m

C$ 422

Des MoinesSaint John

DSM - YSJ

DSMYSJ

Des Moines

Fri 25/7

6:50 p.m.-5:45 p.m.

2 stops20h 55m

C$ 524

Des MoinesSaint John

DSM - YSJ

DSMYSJ

Des Moines

Fri 25/7

8:00 a.m.-10:49 a.m.

3 stops24h 49m

C$ 638

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Fri 25/7

6:00 a.m.-9:02 p.m.

3 stops13h 02m

C$ 697

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/6

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Nova Scotia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nova Scotia from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

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 12 June 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,531 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Des Moines to Nova Scotia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 422 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from C$ 524 and United Airlines from C$ 638 one-way.

  • 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Des Moines to Nova Scotia

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Cedar Rapids to Vancouver Intl flights
Omaha to Calgary flights
Des Moines to Pearson Intl flights
Omaha to Pearson Intl flights
Cedar Rapids to Pearson Intl flights
Des Moines to Vancouver Intl flights
Omaha to Vancouver Intl flights
Cedar Rapids to Calgary flights
Des Moines to Calgary flights
Des Moines to Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl flights
Omaha to Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl flights
Omaha to Victoria flights
Omaha to Québec City flights
Cedar Rapids to Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl flights
Omaha to Saskatoon flights
Des Moines to Edmonton flights
Moline to Edmonton flights
Moline to Halifax flights
La Crosse to Halifax flights
Des Moines to St John flights
Cedar Rapids to Halifax flights
Waterloo to Calgary flights
Waterloo to Vancouver Intl flights
Waterloo to Québec City flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travelers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Des Moines to Nova Scotia?

When you search for this flight from Des Moines to Nova Scotia, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the flight for you.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Des Moines to Nova Scotia?

Cheapflights simply makes it quick and affordable to book flights from Des Moines to Nova Scotia by bringing together all flight options from hundreds of airlines and agencies online — and put it in one place for you to choose from. Plus, Cheapflights is 100% free to use for all.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Des Moines to Nova Scotia with no change fees?

Yes, we can. To see specific flights from Des Moines to Nova Scotia with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Des Moines to Nova Scotia become cheaper?

Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on Des Moines to Nova Scotia flights so you can book your travel at the perfect time. Price Alerts can be enabled by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address where you want to receive the alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.