What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines to Nova Scotia?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and WestJet are the most popular carriers operating from Des Moines to Nova Scotia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Nova Scotia?

Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Nova Scotia are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Nova Scotia?

As of April 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Nova Scotia.

How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Nova Scotia?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Nova Scotia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nova Scotia?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nova Scotia can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nova Scotia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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6:00 am - 3:58 pm

DSM

YHZ

7h 58m

1 stop

4:50 pm - 12:33 am

YHZ

DSM

9h 43m

1 stop

$361United Airlines

Mon, May 25 - Fri, May 29

10:26 am - 9:45 pm

DSM

YHZ

9h 19m

1 stop

3:30 pm - 9:43 am

YHZ

DSM

20h 13m

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$368WestJet

Tue, Jun 2 - Mon, Jun 8

6:00 am - 11:32 pm

DSM

YHZ

15h 32m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 9:12 pm

YHZ

DSM

6h 12m

1 stop

$371United Airlines

Sat, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 22

5:25 pm - 9:45 pm

DSM

YHZ

26h 20m

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3:30 pm - 4:49 pm

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DSM

27h 19m

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$372WestJet

Sat, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 22

6:15 am - 7:25 pm

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YHZ

11h 10m

2 stops

3:30 pm - 9:43 am

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DSM

20h 13m

1 stop

$377WestJet

Tue, Jun 2 - Mon, Jun 8

10:15 am - 9:25 pm

DSM

YHZ

9h 10m

2 stops

8:30 am - 4:49 pm

YHZ

DSM

10h 19m

2 stops

$391WestJet

Sat, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 22

6:07 am - 9:40 pm

DSM

YHZ

13h 33m

1 stop

3:30 pm - 9:45 am

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DSM

20h 15m

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$395WestJet

Mon, Jun 29 - Mon, Jul 13

6:00 am - 3:58 pm

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YHZ

7h 58m

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4:50 pm - 12:33 am

YHZ

DSM

9h 43m

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$396United Airlines

Mon, May 25 - Fri, May 29

12:25 pm - 9:45 pm

DSM

YHZ

7h 20m

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3:30 pm - 8:52 pm

YHZ

DSM

7h 22m

1 stop

$397WestJet

Sat, Jun 13 - Thu, Jun 18

5:28 pm - 10:45 am

DSM

YHZ

15h 17m

2 stops

3:30 pm - 9:43 am

YHZ

DSM

20h 13m

1 stop

$400WestJet

Tue, Jun 2 - Mon, Jun 8

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Nova Scotia

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United Airlines

May 25

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

7h 58m

1 stop

YHZ3:58 pmHalifax Intl

May 29

YHZ4:50 pmHalifax Intl

9h 43m

1 stop

DSM12:33 amDes Moines

$361

United Airlines

Aug 15

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

15h 32m

2 stops

YHZ11:32 pmHalifax Intl

Aug 22

YHZ5:00 pmHalifax Intl

6h 12m

1 stop

DSM9:12 pmDes Moines

$371

United Airlines

May 25

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

7h 58m

1 stop

YHZ3:58 pmHalifax Intl

May 29

YHZ4:50 pmHalifax Intl

9h 43m

1 stop

DSM12:33 amDes Moines

$396

WestJet flights from Des Moines to Nova Scotia

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WestJet

Jun 2

DSM10:26 amDes Moines

9h 19m

1 stop

YHZ9:45 pmHalifax Intl

Jun 8

YHZ3:30 pmHalifax Intl

20h 13m

1 stop

DSM9:43 amDes Moines

$368

WestJet

Aug 15

DSM5:25 pmDes Moines

26h 20m

1 stop

YHZ9:45 pmHalifax Intl

Aug 22

YHZ3:30 pmHalifax Intl

27h 19m

1 stop

DSM4:49 pmDes Moines

$372

WestJet

Jun 2

DSM6:15 amDes Moines

11h 10m

2 stops

YHZ7:25 pmHalifax Intl

Jun 8

YHZ3:30 pmHalifax Intl

20h 13m

1 stop

DSM9:43 amDes Moines

$377

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Mon 5/25

6:00 am-3:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Halifax Intl

Fri 5/29

4:50 pm-12:33 am

1 stop9h 43m

$361

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Tue 6/2

10:26 am-9:45 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Halifax Intl

Mon 6/8

3:30 pm-9:43 am

1 stop20h 13m

$368

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Sat 8/15

6:00 am-11:32 pm

2 stops15h 32m

Halifax Intl

Sat 8/22

5:00 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$371

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Sat 8/15

5:25 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop26h 20m

Halifax Intl

Sat 8/22

3:30 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop27h 19m

$372

Des MoinesHalifax

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DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Tue 6/2

6:15 am-7:25 pm

2 stops11h 10m

Halifax Intl

Mon 6/8

3:30 pm-9:43 am

1 stop20h 13m

$377

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Sat 8/15

10:15 am-9:25 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Halifax Intl

Sat 8/22

8:30 am-4:49 pm

2 stops10h 19m

$391

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Mon 6/29

6:07 am-9:40 pm

1 stop13h 33m

Halifax Intl

Mon 7/13

3:30 pm-9:45 am

1 stop20h 15m

$395

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Mon 5/25

6:00 am-3:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Halifax Intl

Fri 5/29

4:50 pm-12:33 am

1 stop9h 43m

$396

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Des MoinesHalifax

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DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Sat 6/13

12:25 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Halifax Intl

Thu 6/18

3:30 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$397

Des MoinesHalifax

DSM - YHZ

DSMYHZ

Des Moines

Tue 6/2

5:28 pm-10:45 am

2 stops15h 17m

Halifax Intl

Mon 6/8

3:30 pm-9:43 am

1 stop20h 13m

$400

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Des Moines to Nova Scotia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Nova Scotia?
Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Nova Scotia are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Nova Scotia?
As of April 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Des Moines Airport to Nova Scotia.
How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Nova Scotia?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Nova Scotia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nova Scotia?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nova Scotia can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nova Scotia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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