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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 397
Typical prices: C$ 416-C$ 616
Air Canada
Wed 24/10Wed 31/10
YYT - YHZ • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 398
Typical prices: C$ 415-C$ 613
Porter Airlines
Mon 8/10Mon 15/10
YYT - YHZ • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Air Canada and Porter Airlines. Average duration is 2h 10m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 87% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 28% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 545 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from St. John's to Halifax (YYT-YHZ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from St. John's to Halifax

Sat, 24 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Air Canada Logo
5:45 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.YYT  St John's-YHZ Halifax Intl
5h 20m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
5:00 a.m. - 1:31 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YYT St John's
8h 01m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 397Air Canada
Thu, 8 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
Porter Airlines Logo
8:50 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.YYT  St John's-YHZ Halifax Intl
2h 05mdirect
Porter Airlines Logo
1:00 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YYT St John's
1h 35mdirect
C$ 398Porter Airlines
Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
Porter Airlines Logo
8:50 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.YYT  St John's-YHZ Halifax Intl
2h 05mdirect
Porter Airlines Logo
1:00 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YYT St John's
1h 35mdirect
C$ 398Porter Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:50 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.YYT  St John's-YHZ Halifax Intl
2h 05mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:45 p.m. - 10:55 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YYT St John's
6h 40m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 398Multiple Airlines
Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
Porter Airlines Logo
4:00 p.m. - 5:20 p.m.YYT  St John's-YHZ Halifax Intl
1h 50mdirect
Porter Airlines Logo
12:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YYT St John's
1h 45mdirect
C$ 398Porter Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
WestJet Logo
3:00 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.YYT  St John's-YHZ Halifax Intl
6h 55m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
WestJet Logo
1:30 p.m. - 10:55 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YYT St John's
8h 55m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 401WestJet
Mon, 19 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
WestJet Logo
3:00 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.YYT  St John's-YHZ Halifax Intl
6h 55m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
WestJet Logo
3:45 p.m. - 10:55 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YYT St John's
6h 40m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 401WestJet
Thu, 24 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct
Air Canada Logo
6:05 p.m. - 12:35 a.m.YYT  St John's-YHZ Halifax Intl
7h 00m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
6:25 a.m. - 12:13 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YYT St John's
5h 18m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 401Air Canada
Thu, 24 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
Air Canada Logo
6:05 p.m. - 12:35 a.m.YYT  St John's-YHZ Halifax Intl
7h 00m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
5:30 p.m. - 12:33 a.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YYT St John's
6h 33m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 401Air Canada
Thu, 24 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
Air Transat Logo
4:00 p.m. - 5:17 p.m.YYT  St John's-YHZ Halifax Intl
1h 47mdirect
Air Transat Logo
1:00 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.YHZ  Halifax Intl-YYT St John's
1h 35mdirect
C$ 538Air Transat
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Price, demand, and travel trends for St. John's to Halifax flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from St. John's to Halifax?

Round-trip flights from St. John's to Halifax start at C$ 397. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 416 to C$ 616. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 397 on Air Canada.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. John's to Halifax?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. John's to Halifax and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from St. John's to Halifax?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from St. John's to Halifax at C$ 368 round-trip.
  • April (C$ 609) and July (C$ 570) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from St. John's to Halifax the cheapest?

Flights from St. John's to Halifax are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% 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 St. John's to Halifax

 
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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on Porter Airlines

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on 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.

Jennifer Bain

Jennifer Bain

Expert on YYT

Jennifer Bain is a Canadian travel writer who takes at least 50 flights a year and has proudly visited all 13 of Canada's provinces and territories. She is a former newspaper travel editor who has written three travel books. Jennifer is the Canada editor for U.S.-based National Parks Traveler and freelances for numerous other outlets.

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 St. John's to Halifax flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 150
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
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When to book flights from St. John's to Halifax

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Your St. John's to Halifax flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • What transport options can I get to Halifax downtown from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)?

    Once you arrive at the airport and want to go around the city, you have several transport options you can choose from to get downtown. This includes taxis and public transport, including buses Services that run 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and depart every four hours from Silver Dart Dr at Halifax Airport and terminate at Duke St before Albemarle St. You can also rent a car at the airport.

  • Do flights from St. John's to Halifax consider people with special needs?

    Inclusivity for people with special needs, like those with limited mobility, has been well considered. The airports have wheelchairs and reserved parking and offer assistance with movement for people with limited mobility. The airlines, including Air Canada, have wheelchairs, and one can carry their own if they want to have comfortable flights.

  • Which cities are near Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to explore?

    Halifax Stanfield International Airport serves several cities in Nova Scotia, including Dartmouth, Halifax, Truro, Hantsport, Chester, Wolfville, Kentville, Lunenburg, Parrsboro, and Springhill. These cities are less than approximately 180 km from the airport, and one can easily connect to them. Transportation options from the airport to these cities include taxis, ride-sharing services, airport shuttles, and car rentals.

  • Can I upgrade from Business class to First class when I have already booked my flight from St. John's to Halifax with Air Canada?

    Even if you already booked a business class with Air Canada, you can easily upgrade to First class. Air Canada will notify you if the class is still available in case you want to upgrade so that you can fly more comfortably. It even saves money because it is cheaper than the initial first-class ticket.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on St. John's to Halifax flights?

    Among airlines operating St. John's to Halifax flights:

    • Porter Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Air Canada: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Air Transat: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines are available on the route from St. John's to Halifax?

    2 airlines operate flights between St. John's and Halifax. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Air Canada
    • Porter Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from St. John's to Halifax?

    Flights from St. John's to Halifax usually depart from St John's (YYT) and arrive at Halifax Intl (YHZ).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on St. John's to Halifax flights?

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

    • Porter Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Canada: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Transat: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from St. John's to Halifax?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from St. John's to Halifax.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from St. John's to Halifax?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 510 round-trip, compared to C$ 545 via a layover through Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from St. John's to Halifax?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 41–C$ 139 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 St. John's to Halifax?

    The De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Canada and Porter Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 195 E2 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from St. John's to Halifax pass through?

    Connecting flights from St. John's to Halifax most commonly pass through:

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 91% of one-stop connections
    • Ottawa (YOW) – 9% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from St. John's to Halifax?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 9% on the St. John's to Halifax route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 488 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 535, a difference of C$ 47. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from St. John's to Halifax?

    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 St. John's to Halifax route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 19 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from St. John's to Halifax spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on St. John's to Halifax flights, with 51% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Evening flights for 16%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • 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.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from St. John's to Halifax?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from St. John's to Halifax:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 9:10 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:40 pm and lands at 10:50 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 10m.

  • How expensive are last-minute St. John's to Halifax flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 33% above the route average of C$ 511. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from St. John's to Halifax take?

    A direct flight from St. John's to Halifax takes 2h 10m, covering 1,417 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from St. John's to Halifax?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from St. John's 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$ 340 to C$ 1,441. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from St. John's to Halifax looking right now?

    One-way fares from St. John's to Halifax are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 198, which is 49% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Air Canada's on-time performance compare to other airlines on St. John's to Halifax flights?

    Air Canada is the only airline operating St. John's to Halifax flights. 87% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from St. John's to Halifax?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from St. John's to Halifax?

    Flying via Ottawa (YOW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 23m, compared with 10h 12m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

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

    Halifax Intl Airport (YHZ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Avis
    • Dollar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a St. John's to Halifax flight?

    Round-trip flights from St. John's to Halifax range from C$ 416 to C$ 616, with an average of C$ 511 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 416 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking St. John's 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 Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average C$ 488 – about C$ 47 less than Sunday (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. John's to Halifax trip for October. Fares historically average C$ 368 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 241 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • Most flights from St. John's to Halifax use St. John's International Airport St. John's as the main departure airport and Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) in Halifax as the main arrival airport.
  • Apart from being the main international airport in Halifax, Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) is also the main hub for several airlines. The airlines include Air Canada Express, Maritime Air Charter, Cougar Helicopters, and PAL Airlines. Air Canada is one of the airlines that fly from St. John's to Halifax.
  • Passengers traveling from St. John's to Halifax who are pet lovers for pets like house cats and small dogs using Porter Airlines are well catered since the airline is pet friendly. However, your pet must be less than 10 kg, and it is recommended to book approximately twenty-four hours before your departure time.
  • Air Canada would be the best airline to use if you are traveling from St. John's to Halifax with children. Air Canada has various facilities and services that would make St. John's to Halifax with our kids more comfortable. For example, children's fare charges have discounts, and they allow baby bassinets and baby carriers.
  • If you arrive at Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) after your flight from St. John's to Halifax late at night tired, you don’t need to panic because there are many hotels near the airport where you can check in to rest. These include Alt Hotel Halifax Airport and Quality Inn Halifax Airport, which are less than two miles from the airport, and you can enjoy their services.

Prefer to fly direct from St. John's to Halifax?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from St John's Airport to Halifax Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

St John's to Halifax Intl

Monday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Tuesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Wednesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Thursday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Friday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Saturday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Sunday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

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Direct returns

Halifax Intl to St John's

Monday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Tuesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Wednesday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Thursday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Friday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Saturday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Sunday

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

Air Canada,Porter Airlines

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