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Cheapest round-trip
$601
Typical prices: $438-$577
Air Canada
Fri 9/28Sun 9/30
DSM - YHZ • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$210
Typical prices: $256-$289
Air Canada
Wed 10/10
DSM - YHZ • 2 stops
When to travel
June
Cheapest • 19% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $478 (round-trip)
Philadelphia (PHL)
Shortest trip • 6h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Halifax (DSM-YHZ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Halifax

Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Sep 30
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6:55 pm - 4:02 pmDSM  Des Moines-YHZ Halifax Intl
19h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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5:15 am - 2:15 pmYHZ  Halifax Intl-DSM Des Moines
11h 00m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$601Air Canada
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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5:50 pm - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-YHZ Halifax Intl
25h 20m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:00 am - 9:42 amYHZ  Halifax Intl-DSM Des Moines
29h 42m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$639WestJet
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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10:22 am - 7:25 pmDSM  Des Moines-YHZ Halifax Intl
31h 03m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:00 am - 9:42 amYHZ  Halifax Intl-DSM Des Moines
29h 42m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$641WestJet
Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Sep 30
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10:20 am - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-YHZ Halifax Intl
8h 50m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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3:30 pm - 9:38 amYHZ  Halifax Intl-DSM Des Moines
20h 08m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$652WestJet
Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Sep 30
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6:00 am - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-YHZ Halifax Intl
13h 10m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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3:30 pm - 9:38 amYHZ  Halifax Intl-DSM Des Moines
20h 08m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$652WestJet
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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6:05 am - 2:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-YHZ Halifax Intl
6h 00m1 stop Philadelphia
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2:45 pm - 7:54 pmYHZ  Halifax Intl-DSM Des Moines
31h 09m1 stop Philadelphia
$763American Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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11:27 am - 1:54 amDSM  Des Moines-YHZ Halifax Intl
12h 27m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
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5:15 am - 2:15 pmYHZ  Halifax Intl-DSM Des Moines
11h 00m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$767United Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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8:00 am - 1:54 amDSM  Des Moines-YHZ Halifax Intl
15h 54m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Toronto Pearson Intl
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5:15 am - 2:15 pmYHZ  Halifax Intl-DSM Des Moines
11h 00m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$790United Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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10:22 am - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-YHZ Halifax Intl
8h 48m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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3:30 pm - 9:42 amYHZ  Halifax Intl-DSM Des Moines
20h 12m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$804WestJet
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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10:22 am - 9:10 pmDSM  Des Moines-YHZ Halifax Intl
8h 48m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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8:00 pm - 9:00 pmYHZ  Halifax Intl-DSM Des Moines
27h 00m2 stops Calgary Minneapolis St Paul
$842WestJet
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Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Halifax flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Halifax?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Halifax start at $601. Prices are above average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $438 to $577. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $601 on Air Canada.

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Key details for Des Moines to Halifax flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$210
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Halifax

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Halifax based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Des Moines to Halifax flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Halifax?

    Flights from Des Moines to Halifax usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Halifax Intl (YHZ).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Halifax?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Halifax.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Halifax pass through?

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Halifax most commonly connect through:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 13% of one-stop connections

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Halifax?

    On the Des Moines to Halifax route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 37%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $445 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $700: a $255 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Halifax?

    Some of the most popular sights in Halifax are Scotiabank Centre, Halifax World Trade and Convention Centre and Casino Nova Scotia. These are among the most viewed places in Halifax on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Halifax?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Des Moines to Halifax. Flights with 1 layover take between 6h 50m and 7h 45m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Halifax?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Halifax changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $601 to $984. That means the highest observed fare was about 63% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Halifax looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Halifax are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $261.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Halifax?

    Flying via Philadelphia (PHL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 50m, compared with 6h 54m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 7h 45m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Halifax?

    Halifax is 2 hours ahead of Des Moines (Atlantic Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Halifax Intl Airport (YHZ)?

    Halifax Intl Airport (YHZ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Avis
    • Dollar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Halifax flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Halifax range from $438 to $577, with an average of $515 over the past 12 months. Anything below $438 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Halifax flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $445 - about $255 less than Wednesday (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Halifax trip for June. Fares historically average $417 round-trip in that month - typically $414 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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