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$129+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 3/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — YHZ
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Fri 2/28
Fri 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Nova Scotia

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$285
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$142
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$437
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Nova Scotia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 23, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/89:34 amORD - YHZ
2 stops13h 28mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/156:30 amYHZ - ORD
1 stop16h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$285
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/811:15 amMDW - YHZ
1 stop7h 30mPorter Airlines
Tue 4/158:25 amYHZ - MDW
2 stops10h 15mPorter Airlines
Deal found 2/22$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/86:47 pmSTL - YHZ
2 stops23h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/156:30 amYHZ - STL
2 stops12h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$317
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/289:40 pmORD - YHZ
1 stop14h 51mAir Canada
Thu 4/34:35 pmYHZ - ORD
1 stop5h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 2/22$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/197:30 amORD - YHZ
2 stops15h 16mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/207:10 amYHZ - ORD
1 stop8h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/22$364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/87:25 amSTL - YHZ
1 stop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/157:10 amYHZ - STL
1 stop9h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$420
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/811:15 amMDW - YQM
2 stops8h 45mPorter Airlines
Tue 4/157:05 amYQM - MDW
1 stop5h 15mPorter Airlines
Deal found 2/22$469
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1312:15 pmORD - YHZ
1 stop8h 44mWestJet
Sat 9/201:45 pmYHZ - ORD
1 stop22h 39mWestJet
Deal found 2/23$478
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/309:15 amMDW - YHZ
2 stops11h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/318:30 amYHZ - MDW
2 stops15h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$522
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1110:25 amORD - YHZ
2 stops13h 05mDelta
Mon 4/146:00 amYHZ - ORD
2 stops14h 49mDelta
Deal found 2/23$529
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/139:30 amMDW - YHZ
2 stops11h 29mDelta
Sat 9/206:40 amYHZ - MDW
2 stops13h 48mDelta
Deal found 2/22$549
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/811:15 amMDW - YQM
2 stops8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/151:50 pmYQM - MDW
2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$555

Find flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 February 23, 2025.

Fly from

Illinois

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Nova Scotia

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoHalifax

ORD - YHZ

ORDYHZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

9:34 am-1:02 am

2 stops13h 28m

Halifax Intl

Tue 4/15

6:30 am-8:43 pm

1 stop16h 13m

$285

ChicagoHalifax

MDW - YHZ

MDWYHZ

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/8

11:15 am-8:45 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Halifax Intl

Tue 4/15

8:25 am-4:40 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$299

St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 4/8

6:47 pm-8:31 pm

2 stops23h 44m

Halifax Intl

Tue 4/15

6:30 am-5:16 pm

2 stops12h 46m

$317

ChicagoHalifax

ORD - YHZ

ORDYHZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/28

9:40 pm-2:31 pm

1 stop14h 51m

Halifax Intl

Thu 4/3

4:35 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$339

ChicagoHalifax

ORD - YHZ

ORDYHZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/19

7:30 am-12:46 am

2 stops15h 16m

Halifax Intl

Thu 3/20

7:10 am-1:11 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$364

St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 4/8

7:25 am-3:50 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Halifax Intl

Tue 4/15

7:10 am-2:49 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$420

ChicagoMoncton

MDW - YQM

MDWYQM

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/8

11:15 am-10:00 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Moncton Intl

Tue 4/15

7:05 am-10:20 am

1 stop5h 15m

$469

ChicagoHalifax

ORD - YHZ

ORDYHZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/27

7:00 pm-12:49 pm

1 stop15h 49m

Halifax Intl

Fri 7/4

6:40 am-1:44 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$478

ChicagoHalifax

MDW - YHZ

MDWYHZ

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/30

9:15 am-11:07 pm

2 stops11h 52m

Halifax Intl

Sun 8/31

8:30 am-9:47 pm

2 stops15h 17m

$522

ChicagoHalifax

ORD - YHZ

ORDYHZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/11

10:25 am-1:30 am

2 stops13h 05m

Halifax Intl

Mon 4/14

6:00 am-6:49 pm

2 stops14h 49m

$529

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Nova Scotia

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Nova Scotia (average of $375). Flying from Illinois 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 IL to NS?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 February 23, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois 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 February 23, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Illinois to Nova Scotia, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Porter Airlines and Air Transat. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
277 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

Air Transat
7.8
Good
382 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,068 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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 Illinois to Nova Scotia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois 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 $150. Users have also found prices from $152 and $153 on Porter Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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 Illinois to Nova Scotia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Nova Scotia (average of $375). Flying from Illinois 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 Illinois to Nova Scotia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 February 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$170Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$245Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$298Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
American AirlinesCheapest$315Average$611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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