How long is the flight from United States to Nova Scotia?

Average flight duration from United States to Nova Scotia depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Los Angeles Los Angeles to Halifax Intl is 8h 15m on average, while flying from San Francisco to Halifax Intl is 9h 10m on average. Halifax Intl is the most popular airport in Nova Scotia.

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Recent flights found to popular cities in Nova Scotia

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Flights to Halifax

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WestJet

Oct 12

DTW

2h 40m

YHZ

Oct 19

YHZ

2h 50m

DTW

$239

WestJet

Oct 14

DTW

2h 40m

YHZ

Oct 19

YHZ

2h 50m

DTW

$248

WestJet

Oct 12

DTW

2h 40m

YHZ

Oct 18

YHZ

2h 50m

DTW

$250

WestJet

Oct 10

DTW

2h 40m

YHZ

Oct 19

YHZ

2h 50m

DTW

$251

WestJet

Oct 12

DTW

2h 40m

YHZ

Oct 16

YHZ

2h 50m

DTW

$253

WestJet

Sep 26

DTW

2h 40m

YHZ

Oct 1

YHZ

2h 50m

DTW

$254

WestJet

Sep 26

DTW

2h 40m

YHZ

Oct 4

YHZ

2h 50m

DTW

$255

WestJet

Sep 13

DTW

2h 40m

YHZ

Sep 19

YHZ

2h 50m

DTW

$257

WestJet

Oct 10

DTW

2h 40m

YHZ

Oct 14

YHZ

2h 50m

DTW

$258

WestJet

Sep 26

DTW

2h 40m

YHZ

Oct 7

YHZ

2h 50m

DTW

$259

WestJet

Sep 26

DTW

2h 40m

YHZ

Oct 7

YHZ

2h 50m

DTW

$263

WestJet

Sep 12

DTW

2h 40m

YHZ

Sep 19

YHZ

2h 50m

DTW

$264

Flights to Sydney, Nova Scotia

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Air Canada

Nov 9

LGA

8h 36m

2 stops

YQY

Nov 16

YQY

11h 05m

2 stops

LGA

$658

Air Canada

Nov 9

EWR

5h 51m

1 stop

YQY

Nov 16

YQY

5h 02m

1 stop

EWR

$674

Air Canada

Nov 9

LGA

6h 01m

1 stop

YQY

Nov 16

YQY

5h 02m

1 stop

LGA

$674

Air Canada

Nov 9

EWR

7h 36m

2 stops

YQY

Nov 16

YQY

5h 02m

1 stop

EWR

$681

Air Canada

Nov 9

EWR

7h 36m

2 stops

YQY

Nov 16

YQY

8h 25m

2 stops

EWR

$689

Air Canada

Oct 14

BOS

4h 58m

1 stop

YQY

Oct 17

YQY

5h 06m

1 stop

BOS

$719

Air Canada

Sep 19

BOS

4h 58m

1 stop

YQY

Sep 20

YQY

7h 50m

1 stop

BOS

$724

Air Canada

Oct 14

BOS

9h 38m

2 stops

YQY

Oct 17

YQY

5h 06m

1 stop

BOS

$727

Air Canada

Sep 19

BOS

9h 38m

2 stops

YQY

Sep 20

YQY

5h 50m

1 stop

BOS

$732

Air Canada

Jul 16

LGA

7h 19m

2 stops

YQY

Jul 23

YQY

10h 37m

2 stops

LGA

$733

Air Canada

Sep 2

BOS

4h 59m

1 stop

YQY

Sep 7

YQY

5h 06m

1 stop

BOS

$736

Air Canada

Sep 19

BOS

4h 58m

1 stop

YQY

Sep 20

YQY

16h 32m

2 stops

BOS

$742

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5:30 pm - 9:10 pm

DTW

YHZ

2h 40mnonstop

3:30 pm - 5:20 pm

YHZ

DTW

2h 50mnonstop

$239WestJet

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19

5:30 pm - 9:10 pm

DTW

YHZ

2h 40mnonstop

3:30 pm - 5:20 pm

YHZ

DTW

2h 50mnonstop

$248WestJet

Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19

3:25 pm - 9:14 pm

BOS

YHZ

4h 49m

1 stop

7:00 am - 4:44 pm

YHZ

BOS

10h 44m

2 stops

$358Porter Airlines

Tue, Jun 30 - Sat, Jul 4

3:25 pm - 9:14 pm

BOS

YHZ

4h 49m

1 stop

8:00 am - 2:54 pm

YHZ

BOS

7h 54m

1 stop

$359Porter Airlines

Tue, Jun 30 - Fri, Jul 3

6:25 pm - 9:15 pm

BOS

YHZ

1h 50mnonstop

4:45 pm - 5:42 pm

YHZ

BOS

1h 57mnonstop

$364Air Canada

Sat, Sep 5 - Thu, Sep 17

12:40 pm - 8:30 pm

DCA

YHZ

6h 50m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 7:57 pm

YHZ

DCA

7h 22m

2 stops

$412Air Canada

Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Jul 14

10:35 am - 1:43 pm

PHL

YHZ

2h 08mnonstop

2:28 pm - 3:47 pm

YHZ

PHL

2h 19mnonstop

$456American Airlines

Thu, Jul 16 - Sat, Jul 25

5:40 pm - 11:18 pm

DCA

YHZ

4h 38m

1 stop

6:30 am - 4:22 pm

YHZ

DCA

10h 52m

2 stops

$459Delta

Fri, Aug 28 - Sat, Sep 5

10:30 am - 1:36 pm

PHL

YHZ

2h 06mnonstop

2:21 pm - 3:43 pm

YHZ

PHL

2h 22mnonstop

$463American Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 29

1:30 pm - 11:18 pm

DCA

YHZ

8h 48m

1 stop

6:30 am - 5:09 pm

YHZ

DCA

11h 39m

2 stops

$465Delta

Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DetroitHalifax

DTW - YHZ

DTWYHZ

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/12

5:30 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Halifax Intl

Mon 10/19

3:30 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$239

DetroitHalifax

DTW - YHZ

DTWYHZ

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/14

5:30 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Halifax Intl

Mon 10/19

3:30 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$248

BostonHalifax

BOS - YHZ

BOSYHZ

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 6/30

3:25 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Halifax Intl

Sat 7/4

7:00 am-4:44 pm

2 stops10h 44m

$358

BostonHalifax

BOS - YHZ

BOSYHZ

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 6/30

3:25 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop4h 49m

Halifax Intl

Fri 7/3

8:00 am-2:54 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$359

Quickest round-trip

BostonHalifax

BOS - YHZ

BOSYHZ

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 9/5

6:25 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Halifax Intl

Thu 9/17

4:45 pm-5:42 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

$364

Washington, D.C.Halifax

DCA - YHZ

DCAYHZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/7

12:40 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Halifax Intl

Tue 7/14

1:35 pm-7:57 pm

2 stops7h 22m

$412

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

Thu 7/16

10:35 am-1:43 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Halifax Intl

Sat 7/25

2:28 pm-3:47 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

$456

Washington, D.C.Halifax

DCA - YHZ

DCAYHZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 8/28

5:40 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Halifax Intl

Sat 9/5

6:30 am-4:22 pm

2 stops10h 52m

$459

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

Sat 8/22

10:30 am-1:36 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Halifax Intl

Sat 8/29

2:21 pm-3:43 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

$463

Washington, D.C.Halifax

DCA - YHZ

DCAYHZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/25

1:30 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop8h 48m

Halifax Intl

Tue 9/1

6:30 am-5:09 pm

2 stops11h 39m

$465

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Nova Scotia flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest flight I can find to Nova Scotia?

The average flight to Nova Scotia costs $444/per person and the cheapest flight to Nova Scotia is $44/per person. This price varies based on a multitude of factors such as departure airport, airline, time of booking and when you plan on traveling.

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Summary info about Nova Scotia flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$115
Best Round-Trip Price	$239
Fastest flight time	2h 29m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Nova Scotia from United States in the last 5 days is $115 (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Halifax Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Nova Scotia from United States in the last 5 days is $239 (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Halifax Intl).

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The fastest flight to Nova Scotia from United States takes 2h 29m (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Halifax Intl).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Nova Scotia, with a 16% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Nova Scotia

What is the best airport to fly into to visit Halifax?

94% of momondo users visit Halifax more often than any other city in Nova Scotia. When traveling to Halifax, typically the most convenient airport to fly into is Halifax Airport.

What are the most popular landmarks in Nova Scotia?

When visiting Nova Scotia, the majority of people tend to find Scotiabank Centre, Halifax World Trade and Convention Centre and Halifax Citadel National Historic Site to be the most notable landmarks in the area.

What is the weather like in Nova Scotia?

Nova Scotia typically has a temperature range from 23 °F(January) to 66.2 °F(August). Those looking to avoid rain and/or snow while visiting Nova Scotia should plan their trip in August, July, or July, as these months are relatively less likely to have precipitation.

What airlines fly to Nova Scotia?

Air Canada, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nova Scotia according to our data. Air Canada is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Nova Scotia. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Nova Scotia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How much are flights to Nova Scotia?

Flights to Nova Scotia have been found on momondo for as low as $182 per ticket recently. However, the average price tends to be $527 and anything for $410 or less is a good deal. $1,608 is the most expensive flight we’ve seen in the past week, though you may be able to avoid this price depending on what airport you fly from, what airline you choose, and how far in advance you book your flights.

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

Prices for flights to Nova Scotia refresh daily.

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

As of June 2026, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights to Nova Scotia.

How old do you have to be to fly 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 to Nova Scotia.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Nova Scotia trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Nova Scotia?

It is quick and easy to find flights to Nova Scotia on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Nova Scotia that suits you.

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

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to Nova Scotia to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Nova Scotia. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

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If you are simply researching potential flights to Nova Scotia, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Nova Scotia and alert you when they change.