How long is the flight from Virginia to Nova Scotia?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Virginia you fly out of and what airport in Nova Scotia you fly into. For example, flying from Norfolk to Halifax takes 5h 32m on average. On the other hand, flying from Richmond to Halifax takes 5h 39m 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 Virginia to Nova Scotia?

Air Canada, Delta, and WestJet are the most popular carriers operating from Virginia to Nova Scotia

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

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

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

There are 2 operators available for flights from Virginia to Nova Scotia as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia 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 Virginia to Nova Scotia.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Nova Scotia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nova Scotia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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11:40 a.m. - 8:05 p.m.

IAD

YHZ

7h 25m1 stop

8:25 a.m. - 5:14 p.m.

YHZ

IAD

9h 49m2 stops

C$ 358Porter Airlines

Tue, 14 Apr - Thu, 16 Apr

11:40 a.m. - 7:51 p.m.

IAD

YHZ

7h 11m2 stops

8:25 a.m. - 5:14 p.m.

YHZ

IAD

9h 49m2 stops

C$ 361Porter Airlines

Tue, 14 Apr - Thu, 16 Apr

11:35 a.m. - 8:10 p.m.

IAD

YHZ

7h 35m1 stop

11:35 a.m. - 8:40 a.m.

YHZ

IAD

22h 05m2 stops

C$ 403Multiple Airlines

Mon, 19 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan

11:35 a.m. - 8:10 p.m.

IAD

YHZ

7h 35m1 stop

4:20 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.

YHZ

IAD

6h 05m1 stop

C$ 408Multiple Airlines

Fri, 16 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan

12:45 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

DCA

YHZ

6h 45m1 stop

7:15 a.m. - 12:01 p.m.

YHZ

DCA

5h 46m1 stop

C$ 432Air Canada

Sat, 2 May - Wed, 6 May

12:55 p.m. - 7:44 p.m.

DCA

YHZ

5h 49m1 stop

5:35 a.m. - 10:23 a.m.

YHZ

DCA

5h 48m1 stop

C$ 438Air Canada

Fri, 16 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

6:43 a.m. - 3:35 p.m.

RDU

YHZ

7h 52m1 stop

3:55 p.m. - 8:09 p.m.

YHZ

RDU

5h 14m1 stop

C$ 538American Airlines

Sat, 23 May - Fri, 29 May

6:00 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.

RIC

YHZ

13h 45m2 stops

1:30 p.m. - 11:17 p.m.

YHZ

RIC

10h 47m2 stops

C$ 571WestJet

Mon, 11 May - Mon, 25 May

3:05 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.

RIC

YHZ

29h 10m2 stops

3:30 p.m. - 11:17 p.m.

YHZ

RIC

8h 47m1 stop

C$ 603WestJet

Mon, 11 May - Mon, 25 May

7:20 a.m. - 12:27 a.m.

ROA

YHZ

16h 07m3 stops

1:10 p.m. - 12:09 p.m.

YHZ

ROA

23h 59m2 stops

C$ 1,012American Airlines

Fri, 6 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb

United Airlines flights from Virginia to Nova Scotia

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

United Airlines

17 Jan

IAD8:29 a.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 02m

1 stop

YHZ2:31 p.m.Halifax Intl

19 Jan

YHZ3:15 p.m.Halifax Intl

6h 58m

1 stop

IAD9:13 p.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

C$ 468

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United Airlines

16 Jan

DCA7:00 a.m.Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

8h 14m

1 stop

YHZ4:14 p.m.Halifax Intl

19 Jan

YHZ10:30 a.m.Halifax Intl

7h 04m

1 stop

DCA4:34 p.m.Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

C$ 549

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United Airlines

16 Jan

IAD8:29 a.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6h 45m

1 stop

YHZ4:14 p.m.Halifax Intl

29 Jan

YHZ11:55 a.m.Halifax Intl

5h 35m

1 stop

IAD4:30 p.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

C$ 552

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American Airlines flights from Virginia to Nova Scotia

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

American Airlines

23 May

RDU6:43 a.m.Raleigh-Durham

7h 52m

1 stop

YHZ3:35 p.m.Halifax Intl

29 May

YHZ3:55 p.m.Halifax Intl

7h 42m

1 stop

RDU10:37 p.m.Raleigh-Durham

C$ 538

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American Airlines

23 May

RDU8:20 a.m.Raleigh-Durham

4h 10m

1 stop

YHZ1:30 p.m.Halifax Intl

29 May

YHZ3:55 p.m.Halifax Intl

17h 04m

2 stops

RDU7:59 a.m.Raleigh-Durham

C$ 552

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American Airlines

2 Jan

RDU10:20 a.m.Raleigh-Durham

13h 02m

3 stops

YHZ12:22 a.m.Halifax Intl

5 Jan

YHZ6:30 a.m.Halifax Intl

16h 40m

2 stops

RDU10:10 p.m.Raleigh-Durham

C$ 1,103

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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Halifax

IAD - YHZ

IADYHZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 14/4

11:40 a.m.-8:05 p.m.

1 stop7h 25m

Halifax Intl

Thu 16/4

8:25 a.m.-5:14 p.m.

2 stops9h 49m

C$ 358

Washington, D.C.Halifax

IAD - YHZ

IADYHZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 14/4

11:40 a.m.-7:51 p.m.

2 stops7h 11m

Halifax Intl

Thu 16/4

8:25 a.m.-5:14 p.m.

2 stops9h 49m

C$ 361

Washington, D.C.Halifax

IAD - YHZ

IADYHZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 19/1

11:35 a.m.-8:10 p.m.

1 stop7h 35m

Halifax Intl

Thu 29/1

11:35 a.m.-8:40 a.m.

2 stops22h 05m

C$ 403

Washington, D.C.Halifax

IAD - YHZ

IADYHZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 16/1

11:35 a.m.-8:10 p.m.

1 stop7h 35m

Halifax Intl

Mon 19/1

4:20 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop6h 05m

C$ 408

Washington, D.C.Halifax

DCA - YHZ

DCAYHZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/5

12:45 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

1 stop6h 45m

Halifax Intl

Wed 6/5

7:15 a.m.-12:01 p.m.

1 stop5h 46m

C$ 432

Washington, D.C.Halifax

DCA - YHZ

DCAYHZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 16/1

12:55 p.m.-7:44 p.m.

1 stop5h 49m

Halifax Intl

Mon 26/1

5:35 a.m.-10:23 a.m.

1 stop5h 48m

C$ 438

RaleighHalifax

RDU - YHZ

RDUYHZ

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 23/5

6:43 a.m.-3:35 p.m.

1 stop7h 52m

Halifax Intl

Fri 29/5

3:55 p.m.-8:09 p.m.

1 stop5h 14m

C$ 538

RichmondHalifax

RIC - YHZ

RICYHZ

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 11/5

6:00 a.m.-8:45 p.m.

2 stops13h 45m

Halifax Intl

Mon 25/5

1:30 p.m.-11:17 p.m.

2 stops10h 47m

C$ 571

RichmondHalifax

RIC - YHZ

RICYHZ

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 11/5

3:05 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

2 stops29h 10m

Halifax Intl

Mon 25/5

3:30 p.m.-11:17 p.m.

1 stop8h 47m

C$ 603

RoanokeHalifax

ROA - YHZ

ROAYHZ

Roanoke

Fri 6/2

7:20 a.m.-12:27 a.m.

3 stops16h 07m

Halifax Intl

Mon 9/2

1:10 p.m.-12:09 p.m.

2 stops23h 59m

C$ 1,012

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Fastest flight time	4h 38m
Direct flights	Sun
Airports in Nova Scotia	18 airports

The fastest flight from Virginia to Nova Scotia takes 4h 38m

Direct flights go from Virginia to Nova Scotia on Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Virginia to Nova Scotia?
Prices for flights from Virginia to Nova Scotia are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Virginia to Nova Scotia?
There are 2 operators available for flights from Virginia to Nova Scotia as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia 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 Virginia to Nova Scotia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nova Scotia?
The required travel and health documents for your Nova Scotia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nova Scotia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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