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$273+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Nova Scotia

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — YHZ
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Nova Scotia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 18, 2024.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Nova Scotia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Mon 12/301:40 pmSFO - YHZ
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/511:15 amYHZ - SFO
2 stops24h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$534
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/256:15 amSFO - YHZ
2 stops14h 31mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/21:10 pmYHZ - SFO
2 stops22h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$826
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/258:45 amSFO - YHZ
1 stop12h 01mAir Canada
Thu 1/28:20 pmYHZ - SFO
1 stop17h 12mAir Canada
Deal found 12/18$909
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2411:55 amSFO - YYG
1 stop9h 13mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/35:20 amYYG - SFO
1 stop18h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,672
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/242:50 pmSFO - YYG
2 stops20h 43mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/35:20 amYYG - SFO
1 stop20h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,676
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/1912:59 amSFO - YYG
2 stops12h 27mAir Canada
Fri 1/35:20 amYYG - SFO
1 stop18h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$2,789

Find flights from San Francisco to Nova Scotia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 18, 2024.

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San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Sun 5/18

6:05 pm-7:15 am

1 stop9h 10m

Halifax Intl

Mon 5/26

7:00 am-5:15 pm

2 stops14h 15m

$273

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Thu 1/9

8:30 am-11:32 pm

1 stop11h 02m

Halifax Intl

Mon 1/13

6:20 am-12:24 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$307

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Thu 1/9

8:30 am-11:32 pm

1 stop11h 02m

Halifax Intl

Mon 1/13

12:20 pm-8:07 pm

1 stop11h 47m

$337

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Thu 1/9

8:19 pm-9:31 pm

2 stops21h 12m

Halifax Intl

Mon 1/13

12:20 pm-8:07 pm

1 stop11h 47m

$352

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - YQY

SFOYQY

San Francisco

Sun 5/18

6:05 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops16h 25m

Sydney

Mon 5/26

3:00 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$587

San FranciscoSydney

SFO - YQY

SFOYQY

San Francisco

Sun 5/18

8:35 am-11:58 pm

1 stop11h 23m

Sydney

Mon 5/26

4:30 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$759

San FranciscoSaint John

SFO - YSJ

SFOYSJ

San Francisco

Fri 1/31

11:55 am-12:11 am

1 stop8h 16m

Saint John

Fri 2/7

4:30 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$1,293

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Fri 1/3

12:59 am-9:31 pm

2 stops16h 32m

$621

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Deals found on 12/17

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Nova Scotia

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Nova Scotia

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nova Scotia (average of $375). Flying from San Francisco to Nova Scotia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $507). 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 SFO to NS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 18, 2024.

When flying from San Francisco 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 18, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Canada and United Airlines from San Francisco to Nova Scotia by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,818 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,382 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Nova Scotia?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Nova Scotia, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to Nova Scotia?

    The most popular flight routes from San Francisco to Nova Scotia are San Francisco - Halifax Intl, San Francisco - Moncton Intl and San Francisco - Charlottetown.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Nova Scotia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nova Scotia (average of $375). Flying from San Francisco to Nova Scotia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $507). 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 San Francisco to Nova Scotia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$170Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$185Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$279Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
Air CanadaCheapest$308Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
WestJetCheapest$314Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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