Nova Scotia

$132+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Nova Scotia

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SFO — YHZ
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$336
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$132
(Trip.com)
From San Francisco to Nova Scotia
One-way flight from San Francisco to Nova Scotia

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Nova Scotia
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 January 21, 2025.

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Mon 5/1212:50 pmSFO - YHZ
2 stops13h 11mWestJet
Fri 5/166:00 pmYHZ - SFO
1 stop31h 25mWestJet
Deal found 1/20$336
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 9/12:45 pmSFO - YHZ
2 stops12h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/86:30 amYHZ - SFO
1 stop10h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/611:55 amSFO - YHZ
1 stop8h 51mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/132:05 pmYHZ - SFO
1 stop10h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$381
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 9/252:45 pmSFO - YQM
2 stops22h 25mWestJet
Sun 9/286:00 pmYQM - SFO
2 stops23h 57mWestJet
Deal found 1/20$557
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 5/17:40 pmSFO - YYG
2 stops10h 53mAir Canada
Wed 5/145:30 amYYG - SFO
1 stop9h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 1/19$626
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 4/3012:25 amSFO - YYG
2 stops11h 06mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/145:30 amYYG - SFO
1 stop9h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$630
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Sun 8/3112:44 amSFO - YHZ
2 stops11h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/83:55 pmYHZ - SFO
2 stops22h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/19$757
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Thu 7/32:45 pmSFO - YYG
2 stops22h 00mWestJet
Sun 7/65:35 pmYYG - SFO
2 stops25h 13mWestJet
Deal found 1/20$781
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Thu 5/12:45 pmSFO - YYG
3 stops20h 37mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/144:15 pmYYG - SFO
3 stops25h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$787
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Wed 9/2412:32 amSFO - YQM
2 stops12h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/296:35 amYQM - SFO
1 stop8h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$813

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 January 21, 2025.

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SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

12:50 pm-6:01 am

2 stops13h 11m

Halifax Intl

Fri 5/16

6:00 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop31h 25m

$336

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Thu 3/6

11:55 am-12:46 am

1 stop8h 51m

Halifax Intl

Thu 3/13

2:05 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$381

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

12:50 pm-6:01 am

2 stops13h 11m

Halifax Intl

Fri 5/16

4:35 pm-12:23 pm

3 stops23h 48m

$409

San FranciscoCharlottetown

SFO - YYG

SFOYYG

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

7:40 pm-10:33 am

2 stops10h 53m

Charlottetown

Wed 5/14

5:30 am-11:01 am

1 stop9h 31m

$626

San FranciscoCharlottetown

SFO - YYG

SFOYYG

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

12:25 am-3:31 pm

2 stops11h 06m

Charlottetown

Wed 5/14

5:30 am-11:01 am

1 stop9h 31m

$630

San FranciscoCharlottetown

SFO - YYG

SFOYYG

San Francisco

Thu 7/3

2:45 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Charlottetown

Sun 7/6

5:35 pm-2:48 pm

2 stops25h 13m

$781

San FranciscoCharlottetown

SFO - YYG

SFOYYG

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

2:45 pm-3:22 pm

3 stops20h 37m

Charlottetown

Wed 5/14

4:15 pm-1:59 pm

3 stops25h 44m

$787

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

6:05 am-7:55 pm

2 stops33h 50m

$132

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

2:45 pm-7:15 am

2 stops12h 30m

$139

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

8:25 am-10:01 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$169

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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 $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 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 January 21, 2025.

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 January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with WestJet 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.
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.2
Good
2,829 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.0
Good
8,635 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 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 cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Nova Scotia one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for WestJet. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $139. Users have also found prices from $169 and $189 on United Airlines and Air Canada, respectively.

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

  • 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 $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 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$170Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$173Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$279Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
WestJetCheapest$314Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air CanadaCheapest$323Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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