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$429+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Nova Scotia

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — YHZ
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Fri 2/28
Fri 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Tue 4/86:47 pmDSM - YHZ
2 stops19h 30mAir Canada
Tue 4/156:20 amYHZ - DSM
2 stops19h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 2/22$429
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Tue 4/86:47 pmDSM - YHZ
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1510:45 amYHZ - DSM
3 stops12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$641
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 9/911:30 amDSM - YHZ
2 stops9h 59mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/175:25 amYHZ - DSM
2 stops10h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$792
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 9/95:45 amDSM - YHZ
2 stops15h 14mDelta
Thu 9/186:40 amYHZ - DSM
1 stop10h 27mDelta
Deal found 2/21$802
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 9/86:00 amDSM - YHZ
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/173:19 pmYHZ - DSM
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$824

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Des Moines

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Nova Scotia

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Depart

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Price

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Tue 4/8

6:47 pm-4:17 pm

2 stops19h 30m

Halifax Intl

Tue 4/15

6:20 am-11:42 pm

2 stops19h 22m

$429

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Tue 4/8

6:47 pm-1:02 am

2 stops28h 15m

Halifax Intl

Tue 4/15

10:45 am-8:45 pm

3 stops12h 00m

$641

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Sat 6/7

5:20 pm-9:24 pm

2 stops26h 04m

Halifax Intl

Sun 6/15

5:25 am-10:45 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$808

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Sat 6/7

6:00 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Halifax Intl

Sun 6/15

4:35 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$824

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Deals found on 2/22

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

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Nova Scotia

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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 3.6 - 5.6 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.6 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Nova Scotia when rainfall is around 3.6 in.

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 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 February 23, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,746 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,746 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,746 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,746 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,766 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,746 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Nova Scotia (average of $375). Flying from Des Moines to Nova Scotia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $511). 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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Top airline flying from Des Moines to Nova Scotia

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American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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