How long is the flight from California to Nova Scotia?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Nova Scotia you fly into. For example, flying from Los Angeles to Halifax takes 8h 03m on average. On the other hand, flying from San Francisco to Halifax takes 9h 08m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Nova Scotia?

Air Canada, Flair Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Nova Scotia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Nova Scotia?

Prices for flights from California to Nova Scotia refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Nova Scotia?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Nova Scotia is 2 as of July 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Nova Scotia?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Nova Scotia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nova Scotia?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Nova Scotia may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nova Scotia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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11:10 p.m. - 8:44 p.m.LAX-YHZ

17h 34m1 stop

3:20 p.m. - 10:11 p.m.YHZ-LAX

10h 51m1 stop

C$ 446WestJet

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Tue, 23 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep

11:40 a.m. - 5:59 a.m.LAX-YHZ

14h 19m2 stops

6:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.YHZ-LAX

10h 30m1 stop

C$ 459

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Tue, 7 Oct - Sat, 11 Oct

11:50 a.m. - 1:49 a.m.LAX-YHZ

9h 59m1 stop

5:45 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.YHZ-LAX

9h 20m1 stop

C$ 468Air Canada

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Mon, 8 Sep - Tue, 9 Sep

11:40 a.m. - 5:59 a.m.LAX-YHZ

14h 19m2 stops

6:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.YHZ-LAX

10h 30m1 stop

C$ 469

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Fri, 12 Sep - Fri, 19 Sep

12:54 p.m. - 2:44 p.m.LAX-YHZ

21h 50m1 stop

4:28 p.m. - 10:49 a.m.YHZ-LAX

22h 21m1 stop

C$ 472American Airlines

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Tue, 26 Aug - Tue, 2 Sep

10:30 p.m. - 10:30 a.m.LAX-YYG

8h 00m1 stop

4:20 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.YYG-LAX

9h 15m1 stop

C$ 483Air Canada

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Mon, 1 Sep - Sun, 7 Sep

6:07 p.m. - 1:16 p.m.LAX-YHZ

15h 09m1 stop

3:24 p.m. - 7:05 a.m.YHZ-LAX

19h 41m2 stops

C$ 484American Airlines

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Fri, 22 Aug - Wed, 27 Aug

6:15 p.m. - 3:53 p.m.LAX-YHZ

17h 38m1 stop

2:50 p.m. - 11:02 p.m.YHZ-LAX

12h 12m1 stop

C$ 508United Airlines

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Fri, 22 Aug - Wed, 27 Aug

12:56 a.m. - 11:55 p.m.LAX-YHZ

18h 59m2 stops

7:00 a.m. - 2:11 p.m.YHZ-LAX

11h 11m1 stop

C$ 520United Airlines

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Mon, 25 Aug - Tue, 2 Sep

2:00 p.m. - 1:52 p.m.LAX-YHZ

19h 52m2 stops

6:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.YHZ-LAX

10h 30m1 stop

C$ 546Porter Airlines

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Thu, 28 Aug - Thu, 4 Sep

WestJet flights from California to Nova Scotia

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WestJet

23 Sep

LAX11:10 p.m.Los Angeles

17h 34m

1 stop

YHZ8:44 p.m.Halifax Intl

30 Sep

YHZ3:20 p.m.Halifax Intl

10h 51m

1 stop

LAX10:11 p.m.Los Angeles

C$ 446

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WestJet

17 Sep

LAX11:10 p.m.Los Angeles

14h 29m

1 stop

YHZ5:39 p.m.Halifax Intl

22 Sep

YHZ6:30 p.m.Halifax Intl

31h 41m

1 stop

LAX10:11 p.m.Los Angeles

C$ 476

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WestJet

25 Aug

SFO2:45 p.m.San Francisco

12h 30m

2 stops

YHZ7:15 a.m.Halifax Intl

9 Sep

YHZ8:30 a.m.Halifax Intl

16h 54m

2 stops

SFO9:24 p.m.San Francisco

C$ 480

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American Airlines flights from California to Nova Scotia

Our best American Airlines deals on California to Nova Scotia flight tickets

American Airlines

26 Aug

LAX12:54 p.m.Los Angeles

21h 50m

1 stop

YHZ2:44 p.m.Halifax Intl

2 Sep

YHZ4:28 p.m.Halifax Intl

22h 21m

1 stop

LAX10:49 a.m.Los Angeles

C$ 472

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American Airlines

22 Aug

LAX6:07 p.m.Los Angeles

15h 09m

1 stop

YHZ1:16 p.m.Halifax Intl

27 Aug

YHZ3:24 p.m.Halifax Intl

19h 41m

2 stops

LAX7:05 a.m.Los Angeles

C$ 484

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American Airlines

26 Aug

LAX11:59 p.m.Los Angeles

10h 45m

2 stops

YHZ2:44 p.m.Halifax Intl

2 Sep

YHZ4:28 p.m.Halifax Intl

20h 05m

2 stops

LAX8:33 a.m.Los Angeles

C$ 492

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Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Tue 23/9

11:10 p.m.-8:44 p.m.

1 stop17h 34m

Halifax Intl

Tue 30/9

3:20 p.m.-10:11 p.m.

1 stop10h 51m

C$ 446

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Tue 7/10

11:40 a.m.-5:59 a.m.

2 stops14h 19m

Halifax Intl

Sat 11/10

6:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

1 stop10h 30m

C$ 459

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Mon 8/9

11:50 a.m.-1:49 a.m.

1 stop9h 59m

Halifax Intl

Tue 9/9

5:45 a.m.-11:05 a.m.

1 stop9h 20m

C$ 468

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Fri 12/9

11:40 a.m.-5:59 a.m.

2 stops14h 19m

Halifax Intl

Fri 19/9

6:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

1 stop10h 30m

C$ 469

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Tue 26/8

12:54 p.m.-2:44 p.m.

1 stop21h 50m

Halifax Intl

Tue 2/9

4:28 p.m.-10:49 a.m.

1 stop22h 21m

C$ 472

Los AngelesCharlottetown

LAX - YYG

LAXYYG

Los Angeles

Mon 1/9

10:30 p.m.-10:30 a.m.

1 stop8h 00m

Charlottetown

Sun 7/9

4:20 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

1 stop9h 15m

C$ 483

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Fri 22/8

6:07 p.m.-1:16 p.m.

1 stop15h 09m

Halifax Intl

Wed 27/8

3:24 p.m.-7:05 a.m.

2 stops19h 41m

C$ 484

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Fri 22/8

6:15 p.m.-3:53 p.m.

1 stop17h 38m

Halifax Intl

Wed 27/8

2:50 p.m.-11:02 p.m.

1 stop12h 12m

C$ 508

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Mon 25/8

12:56 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

2 stops18h 59m

Halifax Intl

Tue 2/9

7:00 a.m.-2:11 p.m.

1 stop11h 11m

C$ 520

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Thu 28/8

2:00 p.m.-1:52 p.m.

2 stops19h 52m

Halifax Intl

Thu 4/9

6:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

1 stop10h 30m

C$ 546

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nova Scotia?

The cheapest month to fly to Nova Scotia from California is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 513, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Nova Scotia in May, then you should wait until October to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 535.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nova Scotia?

The cheapest day to depart from California to Nova Scotia is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as C$ 580. The most expensive day to fly to Nova Scotia is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around C$ 852.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Nova Scotia?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Nova Scotia is in the morning. Flights from California to Nova Scotia during this time can be as low as C$ 588. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Nova Scotia, so prices are often more expensive at around C$ 784 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Nova Scotia?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nova Scotia from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nova Scotia for around C$ 641 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nova Scotia from California for as low as C$ 328 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Nova Scotia flights?

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Nova Scotia flight.

Cheap California to Nova Scotia flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from California to Nova Scotia

Best price found	C$ 215
Fastest flight time	8h 00m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Nova Scotia	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Nova Scotia from California in the past 72 hours is C$ 215. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Nova Scotia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 446.

The fastest flight from California to Nova Scotia takes 8h 00m

There are no direct flights from California to Nova Scotia. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are San Francisco Airport - Charlottetown Airport, Los Angeles Airport - Halifax Intl Airport and San Francisco Airport - Halifax Intl Airport.

There are 2 airports near Nova Scotia: Charlottetown (YYG), Halifax Intl (YHZ)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Nova Scotia?
Prices for flights from California to Nova Scotia refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Nova Scotia?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Nova Scotia is 2 as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Nova Scotia?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Nova Scotia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nova Scotia?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Nova Scotia may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nova Scotia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Nova Scotia

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 201	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 9,851 reviews		Search Air Canada flights

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