Traveling from Montreal to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ): What you need to know
Your adventure gets underway at one of Montreal's main airports, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) or St. Hubert Airport (YHU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) departing from either of these.
1 hour 40 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Montreal to Halifax Stanfield International Airport flight.
Halifax is one hour ahead of Montreal. Halifax Stanfield International Airport is located in Halifax, which operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
The most popular route is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ), with 46 direct services every week. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from YUL to YHZ is the 7:50am Air Canada option. If you prefer traveling later, the final departure is at 10:15pm with Air Canada.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Montreal to YHZ.
Heading away during a peak time like a public holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Get to your destination in one go from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Direct flights from Montreal to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) can be booked from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Montreal to Halifax Stanfield International Airport with Air Canada. This popular airline offers services from YUL.
Air Canada is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from YUL to YHZ.
Air Canada is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
Traveling from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Montreal to Halifax Stanfield International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:
When it comes to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64.89% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
YHU is around 40 kilometers from central Montreal. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Montreal to YHZ flight, stay in one of these hotels close to St. Hubert Airport:
About Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Montreal to Halifax Stanfield International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YHZ instead:
Grab a Halifax Stanfield International Airport rental car and discover Halifax and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Hertz and Alamo are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Montreal to Halifax Stanfield International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to central Halifax
Halifax Stanfield International Airport to central Halifax is around 27 kilometers. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Traveling on public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
$123 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Halifax Stanfield International Airport. A return flight starts at $217. These fares can change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from Montreal to YHZ, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Halifax. August is when most people book flights from Montreal to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your Montreal to YHZ plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Halifax, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Montreal to Halifax Stanfield International Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Halifax
Start your Halifax trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Montreal to Halifax Stanfield International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada, Silver Sands Beach and The Halifax Public Gardens are top sights which should be on any well-planned Halifax itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Moncton is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Halifax. Around 161 kilometers away to the north-west, popular attractions include Irishtown Nature Park, Centennial Park and Acadian Museum.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Canada, consider Saint John, roughly 209 kilometers west of Halifax. Reversing Falls, Port Saint John and Stonehammer Geopark are the start of reasons to visit.