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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 396
Typical prices: C$ 470-C$ 699
Porter Airlines
Wed 7/11Mon 12/11
YHZ - YVR • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 778
Typical prices: C$ 528-C$ 804
WestJet
Fri 19/10Mon 22/10
YHZ - YVR • Direct
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Halifax and Vancouver Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 402 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Halifax to Vancouver (YHZ-YVR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Halifax to Vancouver

Sat, 7 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
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6:30 a.m. - 1:25 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
9h 55m1 stop MET - Montreal Metropolitan
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11:30 a.m. - 8:50 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
6h 20m1 stop MET - Montreal Metropolitan
C$ 396Porter Airlines
Sat, 7 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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6:30 a.m. - 1:25 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
9h 55m1 stop MET - Montreal Metropolitan
Porter Airlines Logo
11:30 a.m. - 8:50 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
6h 20m1 stop MET - Montreal Metropolitan
C$ 399Porter Airlines
Mon, 18 Jan - Thu, 4 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 a.m. - 6:05 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
14h 35m2 stops Calgary Edmonton
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 a.m. - 8:50 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
6h 20m1 stop MET - Montreal Metropolitan
C$ 449Multiple Airlines
Fri, 5 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 a.m. - 6:05 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
14h 35m2 stops Calgary Edmonton
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 a.m. - 8:50 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
6h 20m1 stop MET - Montreal Metropolitan
C$ 450Multiple Airlines
Mon, 18 Jan - Thu, 4 Feb
WestJet Logo
6:30 a.m. - 6:05 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
14h 35m2 stops Calgary Edmonton
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2:30 p.m. - 4:40 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
11h 10m2 stops Edmonton Calgary
C$ 494WestJet
Fri, 5 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
WestJet Logo
6:30 a.m. - 6:05 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
14h 35m2 stops Calgary Edmonton
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2:30 p.m. - 4:40 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
11h 10m2 stops Edmonton Calgary
C$ 496WestJet
Tue, 10 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
Air Canada Logo
5:15 a.m. - 12:21 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
10h 06m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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12:45 p.m. - 11:15 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
7h 30m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 536Air Canada
Wed, 21 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Flair Airlines Logo
11:00 p.m. - 9:50 a.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
14h 50m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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4:55 p.m. - 10:15 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
13h 20m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 608Flair Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Flair Airlines Logo
11:00 p.m. - 9:50 a.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
14h 50m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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4:55 p.m. - 10:15 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
13h 20m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 618Flair Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Air Canada Logo
8:05 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
6h 20mdirect
Air Canada Logo
8:30 a.m. - 7:48 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YHZ Halifax Intl
7h 18m1 stop Ottawa
C$ 647Air Canada
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport typically range from C$ 470 to C$ 699. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 396, on Porter Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport at C$ 437 round-trip.
•December (C$ 709) and August (C$ 684) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Halifax to Vancouver

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on WestJet and Air Canada

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Lucas Aykroyd

Lucas Aykroyd

Expert on YVR

Lucas Aykroyd is an award-winning travel writer based in Vancouver (YVR). His favorite adventures include tracking polar bears in Nunavut and rafting over a waterfall in New Zealand. Lucas has written for the in-flight magazines of Delta, SAS, and Porter Airlines. He is also a National Geographic and Toronto Star contributor.

Jody Robbins

Jody Robbins

Expert on YHZ

Recognized as the Canadian Travel Media of the Year by the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (2024), Jody is an award-winning travel and lifestyles writer based in Calgary. She’s spent the last two decades racking up the air miles, living in Japan, England and managing a European sales channel for a not-so-glamorous audio-visual company.

Key details for Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 214
Beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 64% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport

When to book flights from Halifax to Vancouver

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Your Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:05 am and lands at 2:31 pm
    • Latest: departs at 5:50 pm and lands at 12:16 am.

    The flight takes about 6h 26m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport take?

    A direct flight from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport takes 6h 26m, covering 7,122 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport range from C$ 470 to C$ 699, with an average of C$ 581 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 470 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the C$ 581 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 402 round-trip via Edmonton (YEG), compared to C$ 649 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 42–C$ 142 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by WestJet and Air Canada. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • Have flight prices from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 396 to C$ 1,270. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport flights:

    • WestJet
    • Air Canada

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 266, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR)?

    Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 3 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flights from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport usually depart from Halifax Intl (YHZ) and arrive at Vancouver Intl (YVR).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 10m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Calgary (YYC) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Ottawa (YOW) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • MET - Montreal Metropolitan (YHU) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 16% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 527 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 604, a difference of C$ 77.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Halifax and Vancouver Intl Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • WestJet
    • Air Canada

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flying via MET - Montreal Metropolitan (YHU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 55m, compared with 8h 10m via Ottawa (YOW) and 8h 16m via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL).

  • What is the time difference between Halifax and Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Vancouver Intl Airport is 4 hours behind Halifax (Pacific Time vs Atlantic Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Vancouver Intl Airport are BC Place Vancouver, Rogers Arena, and Vancouver Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Vancouver Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport flights:

    • WestJet: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Air Canada: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • WestJet: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Canada: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Are any hotels at or near Halifax Airport (YHZ)?

    If you are leaving for Vancouver early in the morning, consider staying at ALT Hotel. The on-site facility is linked to the mezzanine level of the terminal building via a walkway. You may also opt for hotels like Hilton Garden Inn Halifax Airport, Quality Inn Halifax Airport Hotel, and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax Airport, which have round-the-clock shuttle services.

  • Are there facilities for people with special needs at Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)?

    Yes. Halifax Stanfield Airport strives to ensure all its facilities are tailored to provide special needs passengers with a hassle-free experience. Accessible lavatories with emergency call systems are found on the Departures Level at Gates 12, 16, 20, and 23. Parking at the parking garages is colour-coordinated, and the parking payment machine is easy to use. Curbs in the property have accessible drop-off and pick-up areas. The Autism Aviators program has been designed for guests on the autism spectrum.

  • What is there to do at the airport in Halifax?

    Aviation aficionados will appreciate the spotting deck on the third level. To get there, use the main lobby’s elevators. Moreover, the main level hosts an aircraft viewing window. Art enthusiasts are catered to as Halifax Stanfield Airport exhibits art displays by local artists. For instance, the Gould Collection is nestled in the check-in hall, while the 3D Butterfly is in the main lobby. If your flight is scheduled on a Wednesday, you may catch the airport tour, with visits to the airport security, International customs, RCMP, and ticket counters.

  • What are the transfer options between the terminals at Vancouver International Airport?

    Vancouver International Airport has the Main and South terminals. The Domestic and International Concourses are nestled in the Main Terminal, so shuttles are not required. However, those heading to the Main Terminal from the South Terminal are picked up from the Arrivals Door and dropped at the Main Terminal’s Level 2.

Your guide to booking Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 527, about C$ 77 less than Saturday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 437 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 272 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with WestJet. Over the past three months, 89% of WestJet flights from Halifax to Vancouver Intl Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 84%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 10m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Edmonton Airport (YEG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 402 round-trip on this route – about C$ 247 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • Roughly 1,748 kg of carbon is released per individual on flights from Halifax to Vancouver. If you are looking to be more sustainable in your travels, choose one-stop flights over double-layover flights. Air Canada is the eco-friendliest airline on this route, releasing 31% less carbon.
  • If you want to get in some cardio after alighting at Vancouver International Airport, head to the Fairmont Vancouver hotel’s gym in the International Terminal. It has training equipment, cardio equipment, a stretching space, and free weights.
  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) has various airport lounges that you can retreat to upon landing from your flight. Plaza Premium Lounge has various locations in the Domestic area, at Gates C29 and B15 and on Level 3 in the International Terminal. The Sky Team Lounge has an outlet in the International Terminal, close to Gate 53. With a lounge pass, you can enjoy amenities like showers and magazines.
  • Globetrotters who enjoy travelling can choose flights from Halifax to Vancouver with layovers. If you fly with Air Canada, you will have a layover in Montreal (YUL), while WestJet has layovers in Calgary (YYC) and Edmonton (YEG). Low-cost carriers Swoop and Flair Airlines have their layovers in Toronto (YKF) and Ottawa (YOW).
  • If you want to book a car rental at Vancouver International Airport, car rental kiosks are housed in the baggage claim areas of the South and Main Terminals.

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