Flying from Ottawa to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at Ottawa's main airport, Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW). Check out your options for reserving a flight from Ottawa to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) leaving from this base.
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Ottawa to Halifax Stanfield International Airport flight.
The timezone in Halifax is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Ottawa. Halifax Stanfield International Airport is located in Halifax.
With 47 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) is the busiest route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 7am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from YOW to YHZ is with Porter Airlines at 8:20pm.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Ottawa to YHZ. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Ottawa to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) depart from this terminal.
Air Canada is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Ottawa to Halifax Stanfield International Airport jetting out of YOW.
Air Canada ranks first in bookings for flights from YOW to YHZ.
With 72.57% of services landing as planned, Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Ottawa to Halifax Stanfield International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, 65% land on time at their destination.
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
About Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Halifax Stanfield International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near YHZ instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Halifax Stanfield International Airport flight.
Getting from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to central Halifax
From Halifax Stanfield International Airport, central Halifax is around 40 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Halifax Stanfield International Airport is Rs37,545. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs63,114. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Ottawa to YHZ if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Cheap Ottawa to Halifax Stanfield International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
August is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ). Plan your visit to Halifax in January if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Ottawa to YHZ plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Halifax to range from 14ºC to 23ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Halifax Stanfield International Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 4ºC.
More about Halifax
Start your Halifax trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Ottawa to Halifax Stanfield International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada and Silver Sands Beach are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Halifax itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Halifax Public Gardens.
Explore more of Canada
Halifax is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Canada you'll want to see. About 161 kilometres northwest of Halifax, a trip to Moncton will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Irishtown Nature Park, Centennial Park and Acadian Museum.
Around 209 kilometres west of Halifax, Saint John is another essential stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Reversing Falls, Irving Nature Park and New Brunswick Museum.




