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$141+ Cheap flights from California to Nova Scotia

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — YHZ
Nov 5 — Nov 121
1 adult
Tue 11/5
Tue 11/12
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Cheapest flights from California to Nova Scotia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Nova Scotia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2810:11 pmSFO - YHZ
2 stops20h 11mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/56:25 amYHZ - SFO
1 stop9h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$371
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/288:30 amSFO - YHZ
1 stop11h 02mAir Canada
Thu 12/512:20 pmYHZ - SFO
1 stop13h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 10/30$376
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/137:45 amLAX - YQM
1 stop12h 08mAir Canada
Fri 12/64:35 pmYQM - LAX
2 stops11h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 10/30$386
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/136:00 amLAX - YQM
2 stops13h 53mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/204:35 pmYQM - LAX
2 stops11h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$391
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/21:20 pmSNA - YHZ
1 stop14h 10mWestJet
Fri 12/136:00 amYHZ - SNA
2 stops34h 35mWestJet
Deal found 10/31$410
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/27:35 amLAX - YHZ
2 stops10h 47mPorter Airlines
Fri 12/136:25 amYHZ - LAX
1 stop9h 43mPorter Airlines
Deal found 10/31$411
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/27:35 amLAX - YHZ
2 stops10h 47mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/136:00 amYHZ - LAX
2 stops14h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$426
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/210:55 pmLAX - YHZ
1 stop8h 35mAir Canada
Fri 12/1311:20 amYHZ - LAX
1 stop11h 12mAir Canada
Deal found 10/31$445
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2810:44 pmSFO - YHZ
2 stops14h 52mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/511:20 amYHZ - SFO
2 stops15h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$552
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/134:30 pmLAX - YQM
2 stops19h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/411:20 amYQM - LAX
2 stops16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$558
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/289:30 pmLAX - YYG
2 stops15h 56mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/54:15 pmYYG - LAX
2 stops18h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/31$561
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2810:55 pmLAX - YYG
2 stops12h 38mAir Canada
Thu 12/55:20 amYYG - LAX
1 stop20h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 10/31$570

Find flights from California to Nova Scotia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Nova Scotia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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OntarioHalifax

ONT - YHZ

ONTYHZ

Ontario

Thu 12/5

5:05 am-11:32 pm

2 stops14h 27m

$141

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Sat 12/14

8:40 am-12:46 am

2 stops12h 06m

$165

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Mon 11/25

10:55 pm-8:31 pm

2 stops17h 36m

$177

San JoseHalifax

SJC - YHZ

SJCYHZ

San Jose

Sun 12/15

9:15 am-7:30 am

2 stops18h 15m

$230

Los AngelesMoncton

LAX - YQM

LAXYQM

Los Angeles

Tue 12/17

1:15 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 40m

$276

Los AngelesMoncton

LAX - YQM

LAXYQM

Los Angeles

Tue 11/5

9:45 am-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 08m

$169

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Sat 12/14

4:25 pm-11:30 am

1 stop15h 05m

$178

San JoseHalifax

SJC - YHZ

SJCYHZ

San Jose

Mon 11/11

9:55 pm-12:40 pm

3 stops34h 45m

$222

OntarioHalifax

ONT - YHZ

ONTYHZ

Ontario

Thu 12/5

12:38 pm-3:50 pm

3 stops23h 12m

$229

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Thu 11/21

4:45 pm-10:26 am

1 stop13h 41m

$221

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Best time to book a flight from California to Nova Scotia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nova Scotia from California with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from California to Nova Scotia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Nova Scotia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Nova Scotia?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Nova Scotia (average of $380). Flying from California to Nova Scotia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $506). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to NS?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Nova Scotia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Nova Scotia as you normally would.

Rainfall in Nova Scotia by month

Plan your trip to Nova Scotia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nova Scotia ranges from 3.6 - 5.6 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.6 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Nova Scotia when rainfall is around 3.6 in.

Temperature in Nova Scotia by month

Plan your trip to Nova Scotia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nova Scotia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nova Scotia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nova Scotia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Nova Scotia. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Canada, Porter Airlines and United Airlines from California to Nova Scotia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Porter Airlines
7.8
Good
294 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,804 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,095 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Nova Scotia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from California to Nova Scotia for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from California to Nova Scotia for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $326, but on average you can expect to pay $531.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from California to Nova Scotia for under $600?

    There are currently 2+ open flights from California to Nova Scotia within the next 7 days for less than $600.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Nova Scotia one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Canada. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $141. Users have also found prices from $276 and $337 on Porter Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What does LAX to YHZ mean?

    Great question - LAX to YHZ just means Los Angeles Airport to Halifax Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are San Francisco Airport (SFO), San Diego Airport (SAN), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), San Jose Airport (SJC), Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF).

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Nova Scotia that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your California to Nova Scotia flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from California to Nova Scotia with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter California to Nova Scotia flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Nova Scotia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Nova Scotia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Nova Scotia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Nova Scotia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Nova Scotia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Nova Scotia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Nova Scotia that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from California to Nova Scotia offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from California to Nova Scotia?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on California to Nova Scotia flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the California to Nova Scotia flight deals updated?

    The California to Nova Scotia flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Nova Scotia?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Nova Scotia (average of $380). Flying from California to Nova Scotia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $506). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from California to Nova Scotia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to Nova Scotia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$149Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$170Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$250Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
Air CanadaCheapest$283Average$710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
WestJetCheapest$314Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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