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$176+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia 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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — YHZ
Dec 27 — Jan 31
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Fri 1/3
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from District of Columbia (USDC) to Nova Scotia (CANS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$337
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$176
(Air Canada)
From District of Columbia to Nova Scotia
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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:00 amIAD - YHZ
2 stops9h 01mPorter Airlines
Thu 1/21:20 pmYHZ - IAD
2 stops10h 04mPorter Airlines
Deal found 12/21$752
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/2312:55 pmDCA - YHZ
1 stop6h 40mAir Canada
Sat 12/289:50 pmYHZ - DCA
1 stop13h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 12/21$832
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/233:55 pmIAD - YHZ
1 stop6h 37mAir Canada
Sat 12/285:00 amYHZ - IAD
1 stop12h 26mAir Canada
Deal found 12/21$908
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sun 12/226:50 pmDCA - YHZ
1 stop4h 56mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/275:00 amYHZ - DCA
2 stops13h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,054
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/226:07 amIAD - YHZ
2 stops18h 23mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/2712:30 pmYHZ - IAD
2 stops10h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,242
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/248:40 pmDCA - YQY
1 stop13h 49mAir Canada
Mon 12/3012:15 pmYQY - DCA
1 stop21h 42mAir Canada
Deal found 12/22$1,407
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sun 12/2210:35 amIAD - YHZ
1 stop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/2712:20 pmYHZ - IAD
2 stops9h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,561
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sat 12/218:40 pmDCA - YQM
1 stop14h 35mAir Canada
Mon 12/236:05 pmYQM - DCA
1 stop25h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 12/21$1,655
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/244:00 pmDCA - YQY
2 stops18h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/3012:15 pmYQY - DCA
2 stops9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$2,071
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sat 12/2110:10 pmIAD - YQM
1 stop13h 05mAir Canada
Mon 12/236:05 pmYQM - IAD
1 stop18h 36mAir Canada
Deal found 12/21$2,172
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sat 12/2110:10 pmIAD - YQM
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/235:00 amYQM - IAD
1 stop7h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$2,192

Find flights from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

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Washington, D.C.Halifax

IAD - YHZ

IADYHZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/9

2:10 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Halifax Intl

Sun 1/12

6:20 am-12:49 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$337

Washington, D.C.Halifax

IAD - YHZ

IADYHZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/12

2:00 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Halifax Intl

Wed 1/15

8:20 am-11:36 pm

2 stops16h 16m

$389

Washington, D.C.Halifax

DCA - YHZ

DCAYHZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/9

12:55 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Halifax Intl

Sun 1/12

6:05 am-10:29 am

1 stop5h 24m

$400

Washington, D.C.Halifax

IAD - YHZ

IADYHZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/12

12:05 pm-7:30 am

2 stops18h 25m

Halifax Intl

Wed 1/15

8:20 am-11:36 pm

2 stops16h 16m

$500

Washington, D.C.Halifax

DCA - YHZ

DCAYHZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/12

11:35 am-7:30 am

2 stops18h 55m

Halifax Intl

Wed 1/15

6:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops11h 45m

$505

Washington, D.C.Moncton

IAD - YQM

IADYQM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/20

2:10 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Moncton Intl

Mon 1/27

7:05 am-12:49 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$525

Washington, D.C.Halifax

DCA - YHZ

DCAYHZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/20

7:45 pm-10:30 am

2 stops13h 45m

Halifax Intl

Tue 3/25

6:30 pm-6:00 pm

3 stops24h 30m

$599

Washington, D.C.Moncton

IAD - YQM

IADYQM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/20

5:17 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Moncton Intl

Mon 1/27

5:00 am-9:46 am

1 stop5h 46m

$600

Washington, D.C.Moncton

IAD - YQM

IADYQM

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/20

2:10 pm-5:03 pm

3 stops25h 53m

Moncton Intl

Mon 1/27

7:05 am-12:49 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$618

Washington, D.C.Saint John

IAD - YSJ

IADYSJ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/20

5:17 pm-12:11 am

1 stop5h 54m

Saint John

Mon 1/27

5:20 am-9:46 am

1 stop5h 26m

$735

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia

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

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia (average of $375). Flying from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $511). 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 DC to NS?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia 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 December 22, 2024.

When flying from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 December 22, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Porter Airlines, Air Canada and United Airlines from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

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
8,594 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
283 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

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
9,028 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,812 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

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

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia are Air Canada ($176), WestJet ($218), and Delta ($229).

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia (average of $375). Flying from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $511). 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 4 airlines flying from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$208Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$297Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$306Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
United AirlinesCheapest$330Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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