Cheap flights from Halifax (YHZ)

Atlantic Canada's main air gateway to Europe

Halifax Stanfield is Atlantic Canada's busiest airport, located about 35 km north of downtown Halifax in Enfield, Nova Scotia. Air Canada and WestJet provide most domestic and US service, while seasonal transatlantic flights connect to London, Glasgow, and Reykjavik. The airport handles strong cargo volumes and serves as the regional hub for Newfoundland and Maritime traffic.

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Airlines flying from Halifax (YHZ)

Major carriers: Air Canada, WestJet, Porter Airlines, PAL Airlines. Low-cost carriers: Flair Airlines, Lynx Air.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the IATA code for Halifax Airport?
Halifax Stanfield International Airport uses the IATA code YHZ. The code is required when booking flights or comparing fares. On Flightmussy, type YHZ or simply Halifax and the search will resolve to the right airport, with no signup needed to see the full 12-month fare heatmap.
Are there direct flights from Halifax to London?
Yes, Air Canada operates seasonal non-stops from YHZ to London Heathrow, and WestJet has run summer service to Gatwick. Flight time is around 6 hours. Frequencies expand from late spring through autumn. Flightmussy's heatmap shows which weeks have the lowest fares across the season.
When is the cheapest month to fly from Halifax?
Halifax fares are usually cheapest in January, February, and early November, between the holiday and summer peaks. Transatlantic routes drop sharply outside the June-August window. Use Flightmussy's free 12-month fare heatmap to compare every month at once and pick the cheapest week.
How far is Halifax Stanfield from the city center?
YHZ is about 35 km north of downtown Halifax, a 30 to 40 minute drive via Highway 102. The MetroX 320 bus runs between the airport and downtown, and taxis use a flat-rate zone system. Most international arrivals time their landings for the late afternoon.

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