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

Porter Airlines and WestJet are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Nova Scotia

What airlines fly to Nova Scotia?

Air Canada, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nova Scotia from Illinois according to our data. Air Canada is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Nova Scotia. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Nova Scotia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from Illinois to Nova Scotia?

Average flight duration from Illinois to Nova Scotia depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Chicago to Halifax is 4h 51m on average, while flying from Moline to Halifax is 9h 23m on average. Halifax is the most popular airport in Nova Scotia.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia?

Prices for flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia?

As of March 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia.

How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Nova Scotia?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Nova Scotia.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Nova Scotia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nova Scotia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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1:05 pm - 11:56 pm

STL

YHZ

8h 51m

1 stop

6:00 am - 12:06 pm

YHZ

STL

8h 06m

1 stop

$295Air Canada

Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10

1:05 pm - 11:56 pm

STL

YHZ

8h 51m

1 stop

6:20 am - 12:06 pm

YHZ

STL

7h 46m

2 stops

$299Air Canada

Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10

7:05 am - 11:56 pm

STL

YHZ

14h 51m

2 stops

6:20 am - 12:06 pm

YHZ

STL

7h 46m

2 stops

$301Air Canada

Sun, May 3 - Sun, May 10

6:00 am - 3:58 pm

STL

YHZ

7h 58m

1 stop

4:50 pm - 10:44 pm

YHZ

STL

7h 54m

1 stop

$319United Airlines

Sat, May 30 - Wed, Jun 3

6:45 am - 11:27 pm

STL

YHZ

14h 42m

2 stops

6:40 am - 11:54 am

YHZ

STL

7h 14m

1 stop

$329Delta

Thu, Aug 13 - Tue, Aug 25

6:45 am - 11:27 pm

STL

YHZ

14h 42m

2 stops

6:40 am - 2:38 pm

YHZ

STL

9h 58m

2 stops

$334Delta

Thu, Aug 13 - Wed, Aug 19

6:00 am - 2:03 pm

STL

YHZ

6h 03m

1 stop

4:50 pm - 9:26 pm

YHZ

STL

6h 36m

1 stop

$340United Airlines

Mon, Jun 15 - Sat, Jun 27

3:20 pm - 11:44 pm

ORD

YHZ

6h 24m

2 stops

7:00 am - 2:35 pm

YHZ

ORD

9h 35m

2 stops

$343Porter Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

7:00 am - 4:24 pm

ORD

YHZ

7h 24m

2 stops

8:00 am - 2:35 pm

YHZ

ORD

8h 35m

1 stop

$355Porter Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 19

12:51 pm - 11:57 pm

MLI

YHZ

9h 06m

2 stops

6:20 am - 10:05 pm

YHZ

MLI

17h 45m

3 stops

$943American Airlines

Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 11

United Airlines flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia

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United Airlines

May 30

STL6:00 amLambert-St Louis

7h 58m

1 stop

YHZ3:58 pmHalifax Intl

Jun 3

YHZ4:50 pmHalifax Intl

7h 54m

1 stop

STL10:44 pmLambert-St Louis

$319

United Airlines

Jun 15

STL6:00 amLambert-St Louis

6h 03m

1 stop

YHZ2:03 pmHalifax Intl

Jun 27

YHZ4:50 pmHalifax Intl

6h 36m

1 stop

STL9:26 pmLambert-St Louis

$340

United Airlines

Jun 20

STL9:23 amLambert-St Louis

12h 32m

2 stops

YHZ11:55 pmHalifax Intl

Jun 27

YHZ4:50 pmHalifax Intl

6h 36m

1 stop

STL9:26 pmLambert-St Louis

$350

Porter Airlines flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia

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Porter Airlines

Sep 9

ORD3:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 24m

2 stops

YHZ11:44 pmHalifax Intl

Sep 16

YHZ7:00 amHalifax Intl

9h 35m

2 stops

ORD2:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$343

Porter Airlines

Sep 11

ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

7h 24m

2 stops

YHZ4:24 pmHalifax Intl

Sep 19

YHZ8:00 amHalifax Intl

8h 35m

1 stop

ORD2:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$355

Porter Airlines

Sep 11

ORD3:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 24m

2 stops

YHZ11:44 pmHalifax Intl

Sep 19

YHZ7:00 amHalifax Intl

9h 35m

2 stops

ORD2:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$359

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Sun 5/3

1:05 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Halifax Intl

Sun 5/10

6:00 am-12:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$295

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STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 5/3

1:05 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Halifax Intl

Sun 5/10

6:20 am-12:06 pm

2 stops7h 46m

$299

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STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 5/3

7:05 am-11:56 pm

2 stops14h 51m

Halifax Intl

Sun 5/10

6:20 am-12:06 pm

2 stops7h 46m

$301

St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 5/30

6:00 am-3:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Halifax Intl

Wed 6/3

4:50 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$319

St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/13

6:45 am-11:27 pm

2 stops14h 42m

Halifax Intl

Tue 8/25

6:40 am-11:54 am

1 stop7h 14m

$329

St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/13

6:45 am-11:27 pm

2 stops14h 42m

Halifax Intl

Wed 8/19

6:40 am-2:38 pm

2 stops9h 58m

$334

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STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 6/15

6:00 am-2:03 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Halifax Intl

Sat 6/27

4:50 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$340

ChicagoHalifax

ORD - YHZ

ORDYHZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

3:20 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops6h 24m

Halifax Intl

Wed 9/16

7:00 am-2:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$343

ChicagoHalifax

ORD - YHZ

ORDYHZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/11

7:00 am-4:24 pm

2 stops7h 24m

Halifax Intl

Sat 9/19

8:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$355

MolineHalifax

MLI - YHZ

MLIYHZ

Moline Quad-City

Mon 5/4

12:51 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops9h 06m

Halifax Intl

Mon 5/11

6:20 am-10:05 pm

3 stops17h 45m

$943

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Illinois to Nova Scotia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nova Scotia?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Illinois to Nova Scotia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $293. If you don’t want to visit Nova Scotia in March, then you should wait until January to fly from Illinois, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $303.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nova Scotia?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Nova Scotia from Illinois is on a Saturday. momondo users have found tickets for Saturday departures for as low as $533. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to depart from Illinois because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $907.

What is the cheapest Illinois to Nova Scotia flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Nova Scotia?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nova Scotia from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nova Scotia for around $464 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nova Scotia from Illinois for as low as $387 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Illinois to Nova Scotia flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois to Nova Scotia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Illinois to Nova Scotia flights?

You could potentially save up to 42% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to Nova Scotia flight.

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Best Price Found	$784
Fastest flight time	3h 18m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Nova Scotia	18 airports

The best flight deal from Illinois to Nova Scotia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $784

The fastest flight from Illinois to Nova Scotia takes 3h 18m

Direct flights go from Illinois to Nova Scotia every day.

There are 18 airports in Nova Scotia. From Illinois there are direct flights to Halifax Intl (YHZ).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia?
As of March 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Nova Scotia?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Nova Scotia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nova Scotia?
The required travel and health documents for your Nova Scotia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nova Scotia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Illinois to Nova Scotia?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Illinois to Nova Scotia is Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (98.00% of total bookings). The next most popular plane model is Embraer 175 (2.00%).

Best airlines flying from Illinois to Nova Scotia

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $170	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,462 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $186	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,835 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $224	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,486 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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Can I find flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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