What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia?

WestJet, Air Canada, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia

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 from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Air Canada is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Nova Scotia. Keep in mind that there are 5 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 Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia?

Average flight duration from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Washington, D.C. to Halifax is 2h 27m on average, while flying from Baltimore to Halifax is 7h 40m on average. Halifax is the most popular airport in Nova Scotia.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia?

As of April 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. 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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5:07 pm - 7:25 pm

IAD

YHZ

25h 18m

2 stops

8:15 pm - 3:21 pm

YHZ

IAD

20h 06m

1 stop

$348Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 9

11:30 am - 11:44 pm

IAD

YHZ

11h 14m

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7:00 am - 3:16 pm

YHZ

IAD

9h 16m

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$354Porter Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 14

6:00 am - 11:35 am

DCA

YHZ

4h 35m

1 stop

7:15 am - 12:01 pm

YHZ

DCA

5h 46m

1 stop

$358Air Canada

Sat, May 30 - Sun, May 31

11:00 am - 8:30 pm

DCA

YHZ

8h 30m

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7:15 am - 12:01 pm

YHZ

DCA

5h 46m

1 stop

$364Air Canada

Sat, May 30 - Sun, May 31

9:39 am - 9:45 pm

BWI

YHZ

11h 06m

1 stop

3:30 pm - 11:47 am

YHZ

BWI

21h 17m

1 stop

$369WestJet

Tue, Jun 16 - Tue, Jun 23

5:32 pm - 9:45 pm

BWI

YHZ

27h 13m

1 stop

3:30 pm - 11:13 pm

YHZ

BWI

8h 43m

1 stop

$375WestJet

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11:49 am - 3:22 pm

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YHZ

2h 33mnonstop

4:00 pm - 5:31 pm

YHZ

DCA

2h 31mnonstop

$390American Airlines

Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 16

12:00 pm - 3:15 pm

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YHZ

2h 15mnonstop

4:00 pm - 5:31 pm

YHZ

DCA

2h 31mnonstop

$391American Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28

6:17 am - 3:40 pm

BWI

YYG

8h 23m

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11:20 am - 12:38 am

YYG

BWI

14h 18m

2 stops

$808United Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29

12:30 pm - 11:59 pm

BWI

YYG

10h 29m

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5:25 am - 1:57 pm

YYG

BWI

9h 32m

2 stops

$818United Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 14

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Porter Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia

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Porter Airlines

Sep 8

IAD11:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11h 14m

2 stops

YHZ11:44 pmHalifax Intl

Sep 14

YHZ7:00 amHalifax Intl

9h 16m

2 stops

IAD3:16 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$354

Porter Airlines

Sep 3

IAD4:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6h 44m

2 stops

YHZ11:44 pmHalifax Intl

Sep 11

YHZ7:00 amHalifax Intl

9h 16m

2 stops

IAD3:16 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$368

Porter Airlines

Sep 25

IAD11:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11h 14m

2 stops

YHZ11:44 pmHalifax Intl

Oct 7

YHZ8:00 amHalifax Intl

8h 16m

1 stop

IAD3:16 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$370

American Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia

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American Airlines

Sep 6

DCA11:49 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

2h 33m

YHZ3:22 pmHalifax Intl

Sep 16

YHZ4:00 pmHalifax Intl

2h 31m

DCA5:31 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$390

American Airlines

Sep 24

DCA12:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

2h 15m

YHZ3:15 pmHalifax Intl

Sep 28

YHZ4:00 pmHalifax Intl

2h 31m

DCA5:31 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$391

American Airlines

Sep 12

DCA7:29 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

5h 41m

1 stop

YHZ2:10 pmHalifax Intl

Sep 26

YHZ4:00 pmHalifax Intl

2h 31m

DCA5:31 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$400

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8:15 pm-3:21 pm

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2 stops9h 16m

$354

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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7:15 am-12:01 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$358

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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1 stop5h 46m

$364

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9:39 am-9:45 pm

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Halifax Intl

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3:30 pm-11:47 am

1 stop21h 17m

$369

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Sat 7/11

5:32 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop27h 13m

Halifax Intl

Wed 7/15

3:30 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$375

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DCA - YHZ

DCAYHZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 9/6

11:49 am-3:22 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Halifax Intl

Wed 9/16

4:00 pm-5:31 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

$390

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DCA - YHZ

DCAYHZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/24

12:00 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Halifax Intl

Mon 9/28

4:00 pm-5:31 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

$391

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Baltimore/Washington

Sat 9/26

6:17 am-3:40 pm

2 stops8h 23m

Charlottetown

Tue 9/29

11:20 am-12:38 am

2 stops14h 18m

$808

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BWIYYG

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 9/8

12:30 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 29m

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Mon 9/14

5:25 am-1:57 pm

2 stops9h 32m

$818

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nova Scotia?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $303. If you don’t want to visit Nova Scotia in November, then you should wait until January to fly from Washington, D.C., when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $310.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia.

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Best Price Found	$176
Fastest flight time	2h 26m
Direct flights	Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Nova Scotia	18 airports

The best one-way flight to Nova Scotia from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $176. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $594.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia takes 2h 26m

Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is American Airlines.

There are 18 airports in Nova Scotia. From Washington, D.C. there are direct flights to Halifax Intl (YHZ).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia?
Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia?
As of April 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia is Embraer 175, representing 69.77% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) at 27.91% and Airbus A319 at 2.33%.

Best airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Nova Scotia

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $95	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,649 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $168	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,965 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Delta	PriceFrom $190	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,456 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $219	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,669 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Porter Airlines	PriceFrom $262	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 435 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights

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