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

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

How many flights depart from Illinois to Nova Scotia on average per week?

As of June 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from Illinois to Nova Scotia. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

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 31m on average. On the other hand, flying from Moline to Halifax takes 10h 10m 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.

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.

C$ 227 Cheap Flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia in 2026

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3:20 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.

ORD

YHZ

28h 05m

1 stop

8:15 p.m. - 11:00 a.m.

YHZ

ORD

16h 45m

1 stop

C$ 474Multiple Airlines

Thu, 1 Oct - Mon, 5 Oct

3:20 p.m. - 10:45 a.m.

ORD

YHZ

17h 25m

1 stop

8:15 p.m. - 11:00 a.m.

YHZ

ORD

16h 45m

1 stop

C$ 484Multiple Airlines

Sun, 27 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct

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

MDW

YHZ

6h 24m

2 stops

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

YHZ

MDW

8h 35m

1 stop

C$ 524Porter Airlines

Wed, 29 Jul - Mon, 3 Aug

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

MDW

YHZ

6h 24m

2 stops

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

YHZ

MDW

8h 35m

1 stop

C$ 528Porter Airlines

Tue, 14 Jul - Wed, 29 Jul

8:55 a.m. - 5:14 p.m.

STL

YHZ

6h 19m

1 stop

12:35 p.m. - 6:42 p.m.

YHZ

STL

8h 07m

1 stop

C$ 611Air Canada

Tue, 11 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug

7:00 a.m. - 11:55 p.m.

STL

YHZ

14h 55m

1 stop

2:50 p.m. - 11:38 p.m.

YHZ

STL

10h 48m

1 stop

C$ 616United Airlines

Mon, 17 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug

8:55 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.

STL

YHZ

9h 35m

2 stops

12:35 p.m. - 6:42 p.m.

YHZ

STL

8h 07m

1 stop

C$ 619Air Canada

Tue, 11 Aug - Thu, 20 Aug

7:00 a.m. - 11:55 p.m.

STL

YHZ

14h 55m

1 stop

2:50 p.m. - 11:38 p.m.

YHZ

STL

10h 48m

1 stop

C$ 624United Airlines

Wed, 16 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

4:24 p.m. - 7:25 p.m.

BMI

YHZ

25h 01m

2 stops

8:30 a.m. - 11:16 p.m.

YHZ

BMI

16h 46m

2 stops

C$ 847WestJet

Fri, 28 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug

4:24 p.m. - 10:15 a.m.

BMI

YHZ

39h 51m

2 stops

8:15 p.m. - 11:27 a.m.

YHZ

BMI

17h 12m

2 stops

C$ 921WestJet

Thu, 6 Aug - Thu, 13 Aug

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United Airlines flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia

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

United Airlines

17 Aug

STL7:00 a.m.Lambert-St Louis

14h 55m

1 stop

YHZ11:55 p.m.Halifax Intl

19 Aug

YHZ2:50 p.m.Halifax Intl

10h 48m

1 stop

STL11:38 p.m.Lambert-St Louis

C$ 616

United Airlines

16 Sep

STL7:00 a.m.Lambert-St Louis

14h 55m

1 stop

YHZ11:55 p.m.Halifax Intl

21 Sep

YHZ2:50 p.m.Halifax Intl

10h 48m

1 stop

STL11:38 p.m.Lambert-St Louis

C$ 624

United Airlines

14 Sep

STL7:00 a.m.Lambert-St Louis

14h 55m

1 stop

YHZ11:55 p.m.Halifax Intl

22 Sep

YHZ7:00 a.m.Halifax Intl

10h 38m

2 stops

STL3:38 p.m.Lambert-St Louis

C$ 638

Porter Airlines flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia

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

Porter Airlines

29 Jul

MDW3:20 p.m.Chicago Midway

6h 24m

2 stops

YHZ11:44 p.m.Halifax Intl

3 Aug

YHZ8:00 a.m.Halifax Intl

8h 35m

1 stop

MDW2:35 p.m.Chicago Midway

C$ 524

Porter Airlines

14 Jul

MDW3:20 p.m.Chicago Midway

6h 24m

2 stops

YHZ11:44 p.m.Halifax Intl

29 Jul

YHZ8:00 a.m.Halifax Intl

8h 35m

1 stop

MDW2:35 p.m.Chicago Midway

C$ 528

Porter Airlines

15 Jul

MDW3:20 p.m.Chicago Midway

19h 04m

1 stop

YHZ12:24 p.m.Halifax Intl

29 Jul

YHZ8:00 a.m.Halifax Intl

8h 35m

1 stop

MDW2:35 p.m.Chicago Midway

C$ 535

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ChicagoHalifax

ORD - YHZ

ORDYHZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/10

3:20 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop28h 05m

Halifax Intl

Mon 5/10

8:15 p.m.-11:00 a.m.

1 stop16h 45m

C$ 474

ChicagoHalifax

ORD - YHZ

ORDYHZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/9

3:20 p.m.-10:45 a.m.

1 stop17h 25m

Halifax Intl

Sun 4/10

8:15 p.m.-11:00 a.m.

1 stop16h 45m

C$ 484

ChicagoHalifax

MDW - YHZ

MDWYHZ

Chicago Midway

Wed 29/7

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

2 stops6h 24m

Halifax Intl

Mon 3/8

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

1 stop8h 35m

C$ 524

ChicagoHalifax

MDW - YHZ

MDWYHZ

Chicago Midway

Tue 14/7

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

2 stops6h 24m

Halifax Intl

Wed 29/7

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

1 stop8h 35m

C$ 528

Quickest round-trip

St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/8

8:55 a.m.-5:14 p.m.

1 stop6h 19m

Halifax Intl

Tue 18/8

12:35 p.m.-6:42 p.m.

1 stop8h 07m

C$ 611

St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 17/8

7:00 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

1 stop14h 55m

Halifax Intl

Wed 19/8

2:50 p.m.-11:38 p.m.

1 stop10h 48m

C$ 616

St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/8

8:55 a.m.-8:30 p.m.

2 stops9h 35m

Halifax Intl

Thu 20/8

12:35 p.m.-6:42 p.m.

1 stop8h 07m

C$ 619

St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 16/9

7:00 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

1 stop14h 55m

Halifax Intl

Mon 21/9

2:50 p.m.-11:38 p.m.

1 stop10h 48m

C$ 624

BloomingtonHalifax

BMI - YHZ

BMIYHZ

Bloomington-Normal

Fri 28/8

4:24 p.m.-7:25 p.m.

2 stops25h 01m

Halifax Intl

Mon 31/8

8:30 a.m.-11:16 p.m.

2 stops16h 46m

C$ 847

BloomingtonHalifax

BMI - YHZ

BMIYHZ

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 6/8

4:24 p.m.-10:15 a.m.

2 stops39h 51m

Halifax Intl

Thu 13/8

8:15 p.m.-11:27 a.m.

2 stops17h 12m

C$ 921

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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 October. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 223, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Nova Scotia in October, then you should wait until September to fly from Illinois, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 272.

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

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 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to Nova Scotia flight.

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Fastest flight time	3h 12m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Nova Scotia	18 airports

The fastest flight from Illinois to Nova Scotia takes 3h 12m

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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Frequently asked questions about flying 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.
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 94.12% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Embraer 175 at 5.88%.

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