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 to Halifax Intl is 8h 05m on average, while flying from Miami to Halifax Intl is 6h 03m on average. Halifax Intl is the most popular airport in Nova Scotia.

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Flights to Halifax

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WestJet

Oct 10

DTW

2h 40m

YHZ

Oct 21

YHZ

2h 50m

DTW

$227

WestJet

Sep 29

DTW

2h 40m

YHZ

Oct 6

YHZ

2h 50m

DTW

$237

WestJet

Sep 30

DTW

2h 40m

YHZ

Oct 3

YHZ

2h 50m

DTW

$249

Porter Airlines

Oct 15

BOS

4h 24m

1 stop

YHZ

Oct 19

YHZ

6h 40m

1 stop

BOS

$297

Multiple Airlines

Sep 29

DTW

15h 55m

1 stop

YHZ

Oct 6

YHZ

5h 00m

1 stop

DTW

$303

Porter Airlines

Oct 16

BOS

6h 54m

1 stop

YHZ

Oct 19

YHZ

6h 40m

1 stop

BOS

$304

Air Canada

Sep 30

DTW

6h 04m

1 stop

YHZ

Oct 3

YHZ

5h 00m

1 stop

DTW

$307

Porter Airlines

Oct 23

BOS

4h 24m

1 stop

YHZ

Oct 30

YHZ

5h 22m

1 stop

BOS

$309

United Airlines

Oct 21

DTW

11h 40m

1 stop

YHZ

Oct 24

YHZ

9h 58m

1 stop

DTW

$310

Porter Airlines

Oct 15

BOS

4h 24m

1 stop

YHZ

Oct 20

YHZ

5h 27m

1 stop

BOS

$311

Porter Airlines

Oct 15

BOS

4h 24m

1 stop

YHZ

Nov 4

YHZ

5h 22m

1 stop

BOS

$312

Porter Airlines

Oct 20

BOS

4h 24m

1 stop

YHZ

Oct 24

YHZ

5h 27m

1 stop

BOS

$313

Flights to Sydney, Nova Scotia

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Air Canada

Oct 22

ORD

7h 00m

1 stop

YQY

Nov 16

YQY

7h 33m

1 stop

ORD

$711

Air Canada

Oct 22

ORD

7h 00m

1 stop

YQY

Nov 16

YQY

11h 53m

2 stops

ORD

$714

Air Canada

Oct 22

ORD

11h 40m

2 stops

YQY

Nov 16

YQY

11h 53m

2 stops

ORD

$717

Air Canada

Nov 14

ORD

8h 31m

2 stops

YQY

Nov 18

YQY

8h 55m

1 stop

ORD

$724

Air Canada

Nov 14

ORD

8h 31m

2 stops

YQY

Nov 18

YQY

12h 59m

2 stops

ORD

$727

Air Canada

Oct 13

EWR

7h 15m

1 stop

YQY

Oct 16

YQY

6h 13m

1 stop

EWR

$741

Multiple Airlines

Oct 15

BOS

6h 50m

1 stop

YQY

Oct 18

YQY

7h 45m

1 stop

BOS

$749

Multiple Airlines

Oct 18

EWR

7h 15m

1 stop

YQY

Oct 25

YQY

6h 51m

1 stop

EWR

$751

Air Canada

Nov 14

ORD

12h 50m

1 stop

YQY

Nov 18

YQY

8h 55m

1 stop

ORD

$753

Multiple Airlines

Oct 15

BOS

6h 50m

1 stop

YQY

Oct 18

YQY

10h 36m

2 stops

BOS

$753

Air Canada

Nov 14

ORD

12h 50m

1 stop

YQY

Nov 18

YQY

8h 55m

1 stop

ORD

$754

Air Canada

Oct 7

ORD

11h 40m

2 stops

YQY

Oct 10

YQY

11h 47m

2 stops

ORD

$756

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5:30 pm - 9:10 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

2h 40mnonstop

3:30 pm - 5:20 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2h 50mnonstop

$227WestJet

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 21

5:30 pm - 9:10 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

2h 40mnonstop

3:30 pm - 5:20 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2h 50mnonstop

$231WestJet

Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18

3:55 pm - 9:19 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl

4h 24m1 stop Ottawa

12:55 pm - 6:35 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl

6h 40m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$297Porter Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

7:00 am - 11:55 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

15h 55m1 stop Newark

5:30 pm - 9:30 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5h 00m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$303Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6

3:55 pm - 11:49 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl

6h 54m1 stop Ottawa

12:55 pm - 6:35 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl

6h 40m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$304Porter Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19

6:50 pm - 1:54 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

6h 04m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

5:30 pm - 9:30 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5h 00m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$307Air Canada

Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 3

7:15 pm - 1:54 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

5h 39m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

5:30 pm - 9:30 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5h 00m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$307Air Canada

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 21

11:15 am - 11:55 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

11h 40m1 stop Newark

7:00 am - 12:11 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 11m1 stop Newark

$310United Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24

11:15 am - 11:55 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

11h 40m1 stop Newark

2:50 pm - 11:48 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

9h 58m1 stop Newark

$310United Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24

10:05 am - 9:25 pmBOS Boston Logan Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl

10h 20m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

12:55 pm - 6:35 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-BOS Boston Logan Intl

6h 40m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$333Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

Recent last minute flight deals from the United States to Nova Scotia

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5:30 pm - 9:10 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

2h 40mnonstop

3:30 pm - 5:20 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2h 50mnonstop

$251WestJet

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

7:00 am - 11:55 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

15h 55m1 stop Newark

5:30 pm - 9:29 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4h 59m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$330Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

9:39 am - 11:55 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

13h 16m1 stop Newark

7:15 am - 2:12 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 57m2 stops Ottawa Toronto Pearson Intl

$340Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

6:50 pm - 12:49 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

4h 59m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

5:30 pm - 9:29 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4h 59m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$425Air Canada

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1

6:50 pm - 1:54 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

6h 04m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

5:30 pm - 9:29 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4h 59m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$425Air Canada

Wed, Sep 23 - Thu, Sep 24

5:30 pm - 9:10 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

2h 40mnonstop

1:30 pm - 7:44 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 14m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$442Delta

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

6:50 pm - 1:54 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

6h 04m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

10:20 am - 6:07 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 47m1 stop Newark

$474United Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 2

6:20 am - 1:27 pmDCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-YHZ Halifax Intl

6h 07m1 stop New York LaGuardia

2:17 pm - 10:47 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

9h 30m1 stop New York LaGuardia

$475Delta

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1

12:52 pm - 12:49 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

10h 57m2 stops Newark Toronto Pearson Intl

10:20 am - 3:55 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 35m1 stop Newark

$484United Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 2

3:54 pm - 8:10 amPHL Philadelphia-YHZ Halifax Intl

15h 16m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Calgary

3:30 pm - 11:12 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-PHL Philadelphia

8h 42m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$548WestJet

Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 23

Recent direct flight deals from the United States to Nova Scotia

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5:30 pm - 9:10 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

2h 40mnonstop

3:30 pm - 5:20 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2h 50mnonstop

$227WestJet

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 21

5:30 pm - 9:10 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

2h 40mnonstop

3:30 pm - 5:20 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2h 50mnonstop

$231WestJet

Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18

12:45 pm - 3:58 pmEWR Newark-YHZ Halifax Intl

2h 13mnonstop

10:15 am - 12:02 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-EWR Newark

2h 47mnonstop

$352Air Canada

Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1

12:45 pm - 3:58 pmEWR Newark-YHZ Halifax Intl

2h 13mnonstop

10:15 am - 12:02 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-EWR Newark

2h 47mnonstop

$354Air Canada

Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1

10:40 am - 4:05 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl

3h 25mnonstop

4:50 pm - 6:40 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 50mnonstop

$381United Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

5:30 pm - 9:10 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YHZ Halifax Intl

2h 40mnonstop

3:30 pm - 5:20 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2h 50mnonstop

$407Delta

Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11

10:17 am - 1:24 pmEWR Newark-YHZ Halifax Intl

2h 07mnonstop

2:10 pm - 3:49 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-EWR Newark

2h 39mnonstop

$412United Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Nov 30

10:15 am - 1:24 pmEWR Newark-YHZ Halifax Intl

2h 09mnonstop

10:15 am - 12:02 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-EWR Newark

2h 47mnonstop

$412Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30

10:15 am - 1:24 pmEWR Newark-YHZ Halifax Intl

2h 09mnonstop

10:15 am - 12:02 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-EWR Newark

2h 47mnonstop

$412Multiple Airlines

Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10

10:30 am - 1:27 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-YHZ Halifax Intl

1h 57mnonstop

2:17 pm - 3:25 pmYHZ Halifax Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia

2h 08mnonstop

$439Delta

Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4

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Depart

Return

Price

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DetroitHalifax

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - YHZ Halifax Intl

DTWYHZ

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/10

5:30 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Halifax Intl

Wed 10/21

3:30 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$227

DetroitHalifax

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - YHZ Halifax Intl

DTWYHZ

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/14

5:30 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Halifax Intl

Sun 10/18

3:30 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$231

BostonHalifax

BOS Boston Logan Intl - YHZ Halifax Intl

BOSYHZ

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 10/15

3:55 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop4h 24m

Halifax Intl

Mon 10/19

12:55 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$297

DetroitHalifax

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - YHZ Halifax Intl

DTWYHZ

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/29

7:00 am-11:55 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Halifax Intl

Tue 10/6

5:30 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$303

BostonHalifax

BOS Boston Logan Intl - YHZ Halifax Intl

BOSYHZ

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 10/16

3:55 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Halifax Intl

Mon 10/19

12:55 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$304

DetroitHalifax

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - YHZ Halifax Intl

DTWYHZ

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/30

6:50 pm-1:54 am

1 stop6h 04m

Halifax Intl

Sat 10/3

5:30 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$307

DetroitHalifax

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - YHZ Halifax Intl

DTWYHZ

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/10

7:15 pm-1:54 am

1 stop5h 39m

Halifax Intl

Wed 10/21

5:30 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$307

DetroitHalifax

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - YHZ Halifax Intl

DTWYHZ

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/21

11:15 am-11:55 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Halifax Intl

Sat 10/24

7:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$310

DetroitHalifax

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - YHZ Halifax Intl

DTWYHZ

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/21

11:15 am-11:55 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Halifax Intl

Sat 10/24

2:50 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop9h 58m

$310

BostonHalifax

BOS Boston Logan Intl - YHZ Halifax Intl

BOSYHZ

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 10/10

10:05 am-9:25 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Halifax Intl

Wed 10/14

12:55 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$333

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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 $468/per person and the cheapest flight to Nova Scotia is $65/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	$131
Best Round-Trip Price	$227
Fastest flight time	4h 24m
Popular in	April

The best one-way flight price to Nova Scotia from United States in the last 5 days is $131 (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 $227 (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Halifax Intl).

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The fastest flight to Nova Scotia from United States takes 4h 24m (Boston Logan Intl to Halifax Intl).

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April has the highest demand for flights to Nova Scotia, with a 6% 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 Casino Nova Scotia 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, United Airlines and Delta 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 51% 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 $129 per ticket recently. However, the average price tends to be $562 and anything for $370 or less is a good deal. $1,699 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 September 2026, there are 13 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.

Why use momondo?

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.