How long is the flight from Illinois to Nova Scotia?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Illinois you fly out of and what airport in Nova Scotia you fly into. For example, flying from Chicago to Halifax takes 4h 51m on average. On the other hand, flying from Moline to Halifax takes 9h 23m 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 Illinois to Nova Scotia?

Porter Airlines, WestJet, and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Nova Scotia

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

Prices for flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia are updated daily.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Nova Scotia.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nova Scotia can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nova Scotia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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1:05 p.m. - 11:56 p.m.

STL

YHZ

8h 51m

1 stop

6:00 a.m. - 12:06 p.m.

YHZ

STL

8h 06m

1 stop

C$ 405Air Canada

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 10 May

1:05 p.m. - 11:56 p.m.

STL

YHZ

8h 51m

1 stop

6:20 a.m. - 12:06 p.m.

YHZ

STL

7h 46m

2 stops

C$ 410Air Canada

Sun, 3 May - Sun, 10 May

6:00 a.m. - 3:58 p.m.

STL

YHZ

7h 58m

1 stop

4:50 p.m. - 10:44 p.m.

YHZ

STL

7h 54m

1 stop

C$ 438United Airlines

Sat, 30 May - Wed, 3 Jun

6:45 a.m. - 11:27 p.m.

STL

YHZ

14h 42m

2 stops

6:40 a.m. - 11:54 a.m.

YHZ

STL

7h 14m

1 stop

C$ 451Delta

Thu, 13 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug

6:45 a.m. - 11:27 p.m.

STL

YHZ

14h 42m

2 stops

6:40 a.m. - 2:38 p.m.

YHZ

STL

9h 58m

2 stops

C$ 458Delta

Thu, 13 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug

6:00 a.m. - 2:03 p.m.

STL

YHZ

6h 03m

1 stop

4:50 p.m. - 9:26 p.m.

YHZ

STL

6h 36m

1 stop

C$ 466United Airlines

Mon, 15 Jun - Sat, 27 Jun

3:20 p.m. - 11:44 p.m.

ORD

YHZ

6h 24m

2 stops

7:00 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.

YHZ

ORD

9h 35m

2 stops

C$ 471Porter Airlines

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

7:00 a.m. - 4:24 p.m.

ORD

YHZ

7h 24m

2 stops

8:00 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.

YHZ

ORD

8h 35m

1 stop

C$ 487Porter Airlines

Fri, 11 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

3:20 p.m. - 11:44 p.m.

ORD

YHZ

6h 24m

2 stops

3:30 p.m. - 8:24 p.m.

YHZ

ORD

6h 54m

1 stop

C$ 532Multiple Airlines

Thu, 17 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

12:55 p.m. - 11:00 a.m.

MDW

YHZ

20h 05m

1 stop

8:15 p.m. - 10:15 a.m.

YHZ

MDW

16h 00m

1 stop

C$ 553Multiple Airlines

Sat, 18 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

United Airlines flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia

Our best United Airlines deals on Illinois to Nova Scotia flight tickets

United Airlines

30 May

STL6:00 a.m.Lambert-St Louis

7h 58m

1 stop

YHZ3:58 p.m.Halifax Intl

3 Jun

YHZ4:50 p.m.Halifax Intl

7h 54m

1 stop

STL10:44 p.m.Lambert-St Louis

C$ 438

United Airlines

15 Jun

STL6:00 a.m.Lambert-St Louis

6h 03m

1 stop

YHZ2:03 p.m.Halifax Intl

27 Jun

YHZ4:50 p.m.Halifax Intl

6h 36m

1 stop

STL9:26 p.m.Lambert-St Louis

C$ 466

United Airlines

20 Jun

STL9:23 a.m.Lambert-St Louis

12h 32m

2 stops

YHZ11:55 p.m.Halifax Intl

27 Jun

YHZ4:50 p.m.Halifax Intl

6h 36m

1 stop

STL9:26 p.m.Lambert-St Louis

C$ 480

Porter Airlines flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia

Our best Porter Airlines deals on Illinois to Nova Scotia flight tickets

Porter Airlines

9 Sep

ORD3:20 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 24m

2 stops

YHZ11:44 p.m.Halifax Intl

16 Sep

YHZ7:00 a.m.Halifax Intl

9h 35m

2 stops

ORD2:35 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 471

Porter Airlines

11 Sep

ORD7:00 a.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

7h 24m

2 stops

YHZ4:24 p.m.Halifax Intl

19 Sep

YHZ8:00 a.m.Halifax Intl

8h 35m

1 stop

ORD2:35 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 487

Porter Airlines

11 Sep

ORD3:20 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 24m

2 stops

YHZ11:44 p.m.Halifax Intl

19 Sep

YHZ7:00 a.m.Halifax Intl

9h 35m

2 stops

ORD2:35 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 492

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St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 3/5

1:05 p.m.-11:56 p.m.

1 stop8h 51m

Halifax Intl

Sun 10/5

6:00 a.m.-12:06 p.m.

1 stop8h 06m

C$ 405

St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 3/5

1:05 p.m.-11:56 p.m.

1 stop8h 51m

Halifax Intl

Sun 10/5

6:20 a.m.-12:06 p.m.

2 stops7h 46m

C$ 410

St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 30/5

6:00 a.m.-3:58 p.m.

1 stop7h 58m

Halifax Intl

Wed 3/6

4:50 p.m.-10:44 p.m.

1 stop7h 54m

C$ 438

St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 13/8

6:45 a.m.-11:27 p.m.

2 stops14h 42m

Halifax Intl

Tue 25/8

6:40 a.m.-11:54 a.m.

1 stop7h 14m

C$ 451

St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 13/8

6:45 a.m.-11:27 p.m.

2 stops14h 42m

Halifax Intl

Wed 19/8

6:40 a.m.-2:38 p.m.

2 stops9h 58m

C$ 458

Quickest round-trip

St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 15/6

6:00 a.m.-2:03 p.m.

1 stop6h 03m

Halifax Intl

Sat 27/6

4:50 p.m.-9:26 p.m.

1 stop6h 36m

C$ 466

ChicagoHalifax

ORD - YHZ

ORDYHZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

3:20 p.m.-11:44 p.m.

2 stops6h 24m

Halifax Intl

Wed 16/9

7:00 a.m.-2:35 p.m.

2 stops9h 35m

C$ 471

ChicagoHalifax

ORD - YHZ

ORDYHZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/9

7:00 a.m.-4:24 p.m.

2 stops7h 24m

Halifax Intl

Sat 19/9

8:00 a.m.-2:35 p.m.

1 stop8h 35m

C$ 487

ChicagoHalifax

ORD - YHZ

ORDYHZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 17/9

3:20 p.m.-11:44 p.m.

2 stops6h 24m

Halifax Intl

Sat 19/9

3:30 p.m.-8:24 p.m.

1 stop6h 54m

C$ 532

ChicagoHalifax

MDW - YHZ

MDWYHZ

Chicago Midway

Sat 18/4

12:55 p.m.-11:00 a.m.

1 stop20h 05m

Halifax Intl

Mon 27/4

8:15 p.m.-10:15 a.m.

1 stop16h 00m

C$ 553

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nova Scotia?

The cheapest month to fly to Nova Scotia from Illinois is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 402, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Nova Scotia in March, then you should wait until January to fly from Illinois, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 416.

What is the cheapest Illinois to Nova Scotia flight route?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Halifax Intl for the best Illinois - Nova Scotia flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nova Scotia from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nova Scotia for around C$ 636 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nova Scotia from Illinois for as low as C$ 531 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Illinois to Nova Scotia flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Illinois to Nova Scotia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

You could potentially save up to 55% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to Nova Scotia flight.

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Best price found	C$ 1,144
Fastest flight time	3h 18m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Nova Scotia	18 airports

The best flight deal from Illinois to Nova Scotia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 1,144

The fastest flight from Illinois to Nova Scotia takes 3h 18m

Direct flights go from Illinois to Nova Scotia every day.

There are 18 airports in Nova Scotia. From Illinois there are direct flights to Halifax Intl (YHZ).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Nova Scotia?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Nova Scotia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nova Scotia?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Nova Scotia can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Nova Scotia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Illinois to Nova Scotia?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Illinois to Nova Scotia is Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets), representing 98.00% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Embraer 175 at 2.00%.

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Can I find flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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