Travelling from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM): what you need to know
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your YHZ to YMM flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Fort McMurray International Airport flight is Rs47,821. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs99,302. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YHZ to YMM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Fort McMurray International Airport.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Fort McMurray International Airport.
Handy information about Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
Of all flights departing from Halifax Stanfield International Airport, 56.27% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Halifax Stanfield International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Halifax. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near YHZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Fort McMurray International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM)
Hop off your Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Fort McMurray International Airport flight and be sprawled out in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a comfortable option that's not too far from YMM, stay at Travelodge by Wyndham Fort McMurray.
Begin your adventure by picking up a Fort McMurray International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Enterprise, Avis or National and explore beyond Fort Mcmurray's main sights.
Give yourself a better shot at getting a great price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Fort McMurray International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a smart idea.
Getting from Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM) to central Fort Mcmurray
Fort McMurray International Airport to the centre of Fort Mcmurray has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM)
July is the most popular month for flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Fort McMurray International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Fort Mcmurray in May.
Lock in your flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Fort McMurray International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Fort Mcmurray during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 25ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from YHZ to YMM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -24ºC and -6ºC on average.
Explore more of Canada
Fort Mcmurray is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres south of Fort Mcmurray, a trip to Edmonton will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Canada, head for St. Albert, roughly 370 kilometres south-west of Fort Mcmurray. Children’s Bridge, Little White School and John E. Poole Wetlands are among the biggest draws.
