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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 452
Typical prices: C$ 637-C$ 935
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/12Fri 7/12
EWR - YHZ • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 635
Typical prices: C$ 655-C$ 947
Air Canada
Mon 26/11Fri 30/11
EWR - YHZ • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Air Canada. Average duration is 2h 10m
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Cheapest • 8% average savings
Most popular
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 398 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to Halifax (NYC-YHZ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Halifax

Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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8:00 a.m. - 5:40 p.m.EWR  Newark-YHZ Halifax Intl
8h 40m1 stop Toronto Island
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10:05 p.m. - 12:06 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-EWR Newark
15h 01m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Ottawa
C$ 452Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 28 Jan - Sun, 7 Feb
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5:30 p.m. - 11:57 p.m.LGA  New York LaGuardia-YHZ Halifax Intl
5h 27m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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10:00 a.m. - 4:49 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 49m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 467Porter Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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8:00 a.m. - 5:40 p.m.EWR  Newark-YHZ Halifax Intl
8h 40m1 stop Toronto Island
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10:05 p.m. - 12:06 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-EWR Newark
15h 01m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Ottawa
C$ 477Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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9:00 p.m. - 10:15 a.m.LGA  New York LaGuardia-YHZ Halifax Intl
12h 15m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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11:00 a.m. - 4:59 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
6h 59m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 477Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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12:45 p.m. - 3:58 p.m.EWR  Newark-YHZ Halifax Intl
2h 13mdirect
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10:15 a.m. - 12:02 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-EWR Newark
2h 47mdirect
C$ 635Air Canada
3+ days ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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10:20 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.EWR  Newark-YHZ Halifax Intl
4h 35m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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10:15 a.m. - 12:02 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-EWR Newark
2h 47mdirect
C$ 641Air Canada
3+ days ago
Thu, 25 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
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3:30 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.EWR  Newark-YHZ Halifax Intl
4h 55m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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10:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-EWR Newark
2h 45mdirect
C$ 670Air Canada
3+ days ago
Wed, 11 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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10:17 a.m. - 1:24 p.m.EWR  Newark-YHZ Halifax Intl
2h 07mdirect
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2:10 p.m. - 3:49 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-EWR Newark
2h 39mdirect
C$ 813United Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, 10 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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10:17 a.m. - 1:24 p.m.EWR  Newark-YHZ Halifax Intl
2h 07mdirect
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2:10 p.m. - 3:49 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-EWR Newark
2h 39mdirect
C$ 813United Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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10:17 a.m. - 1:24 p.m.EWR  Newark-YHZ Halifax Intl
2h 07mdirect
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2:10 p.m. - 3:49 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-EWR Newark
2h 39mdirect
C$ 813United Airlines
2 days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for New York to Halifax flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest New York to Halifax flight route?

New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Halifax (YHZ) is the cheapest New York to Halifax route, averaging C$ 749 round-trip. Other New York to Halifax routes average C$ 841, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Halifax?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Halifax. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Halifax?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Halifax at C$ 614 round-trip.
•November (C$ 950) and December (C$ 906) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 54% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New York to Halifax the cheapest?

Flights from New York to Halifax are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from New York to Halifax

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

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta, WestJet, United Airlines, Air Canada and EWR

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.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on LGA

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

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 New York to Halifax flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 206
Beat the crowds with an average 64% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 77% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Halifax

When to book flights from New York to Halifax

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Halifax based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your New York to Halifax 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 New York to Halifax?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York to Halifax:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:15 am and lands at 12:25 pm
    • Latest: departs at 12:45 pm and lands at 2:55 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 10m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from New York to Halifax?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from New York to Halifax:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from New York to Halifax take?

    A direct flight from New York to Halifax takes 2h 10m, covering 1,558 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York to Halifax?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a New York to Halifax flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York to Halifax range from C$ 637 to C$ 935, with an average of C$ 782 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 637 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York to Halifax flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 31% above the C$ 782 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New York to Halifax?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 398 round-trip via Toronto Island (YTZ), compared to C$ 798 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from New York to Halifax?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 42–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from New York to Halifax spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on New York to Halifax flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from New York to Halifax 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$ 452 to C$ 2,317. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York to Halifax flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York to Halifax flights:

    • Delta
    • American Airlines

    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 New York to Halifax looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York to Halifax are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 285, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Halifax Intl Airport (YHZ)?

    Halifax Intl Airport (YHZ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 104 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New York to Halifax?

    Flights from New York to Halifax may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Halifax Intl (YHZ).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York to Halifax pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York to Halifax most commonly connect through:

    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Ottawa (YOW) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York to Halifax?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from New York to Halifax. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 727 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 859, a difference of C$ 131.

    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 New York to Halifax?

    2 airlines operate flights between New York and Halifax. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Air Canada

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from New York to Halifax?

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 49m, compared with 5h 24m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 5h 38m via Ottawa (YOW).

  • What is the time difference between New York and Halifax?

    Halifax is 1 hour ahead of New York (Atlantic Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Halifax?

    Some of the most popular sights in Halifax are Scotiabank Centre, Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, and Halifax World Trade and Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Halifax on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York to Halifax flights?

    Among airlines operating New York to Halifax flights:

    • Air Canada: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: 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 New York to Halifax flights?

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

    • Air Canada: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: 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.

Your guide to booking New York to Halifax 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 727, about C$ 131 less than Sunday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 33% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Halifax trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 614 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 336 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Toronto Island Airport (YTZ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 398 round-trip on this route – about C$ 400 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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