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$81+ 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 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — YHZ
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Nova Scotia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Nova Scotia flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$178
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$81
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$467
From California to Nova Scotia
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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 September 15, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 10/1712:35 pmLAX - YHZ
2 stops13h 24mWestJet
Sat 10/253:20 pmYHZ - LAX
1 stop10h 26mWestJet
Deal found 9/14$178
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1712:35 pmLAX - YHZ
2 stops13h 24mWestJet
Wed 10/228:30 amYHZ - LAX
2 stops13h 39mWestJet
Deal found 9/14$179
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 10/712:35 pmLAX - YHZ
2 stops13h 24mWestJet
Tue 10/217:00 amYHZ - LAX
2 stops14h 16mWestJet
Deal found 9/14$192
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 10/712:35 pmLAX - YHZ
2 stops13h 24mWestJet
Sun 10/128:00 amYHZ - LAX
2 stops16h 21mWestJet
Deal found 9/14$197
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/78:25 amLAX - YHZ
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/223:20 pmYHZ - LAX
1 stop10h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sat 10/1112:35 pmLAX - YHZ
2 stops13h 24mWestJet
Sat 10/188:00 amYHZ - LAX
1 stop13h 16mWestJet
Deal found 9/13$215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/712:35 pmLAX - YHZ
2 stops14h 38mWestJet
Wed 10/223:20 pmYHZ - LAX
1 stop10h 51mWestJet
Deal found 9/14$224
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 10/1712:50 pmSFO - YHZ
2 stops13h 09mWestJet
Tue 10/217:00 amYHZ - SFO
2 stops32h 54mWestJet
Deal found 9/14$260
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2412:50 pmSFO - YHZ
2 stops13h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/316:30 amYHZ - SFO
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$294
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 10/1712:50 pmSFO - YHZ
2 stops13h 09mWestJet
Wed 10/223:20 pmYHZ - SFO
2 stops24h 34mWestJet
Deal found 9/15$313
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/298:50 amSFO - YHZ
1 stop9h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/51:20 pmYHZ - SFO
1 stop12h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 12/212:00 pmSFO - YHZ
1 stop8h 26mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/167:00 amYHZ - SFO
2 stops14h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$351

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Nova Scotia that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Nova Scotia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Fri 10/17

12:35 pm-5:59 am

2 stops13h 24m

Halifax Intl

Sat 10/25

3:20 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$178

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Fri 10/17

7:00 am-9:43 pm

1 stop10h 43m

Halifax Intl

Wed 10/22

3:20 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop10h 51m

$190

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Tue 10/7

12:35 pm-5:59 am

2 stops13h 24m

Halifax Intl

Tue 10/21

7:00 am-5:16 pm

2 stops14h 16m

$192

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Tue 10/7

12:35 pm-5:59 am

2 stops13h 24m

Halifax Intl

Sun 10/12

8:00 am-8:21 pm

2 stops16h 21m

$197

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Sat 10/11

12:35 pm-5:59 am

2 stops13h 24m

Halifax Intl

Sat 10/18

7:35 pm-10:52 am

2 stops19h 17m

$218

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Fri 10/10

7:00 am-9:43 pm

1 stop10h 43m

Halifax Intl

Fri 10/17

7:00 am-6:54 pm

1 stop15h 54m

$227

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Tue 10/7

10:30 pm-10:33 am

1 stop8h 03m

Halifax Intl

Sun 10/12

5:45 am-11:05 am

1 stop9h 20m

$232

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Sat 10/11

10:30 pm-10:33 am

1 stop8h 03m

Halifax Intl

Sat 10/18

5:45 am-11:05 am

1 stop9h 20m

$232

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Tue 10/7

12:35 pm-5:59 am

2 stops13h 24m

Halifax Intl

Wed 10/22

8:30 am-9:25 pm

3 stops16h 55m

$279

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Fri 10/24

12:50 pm-5:59 am

2 stops13h 09m

Halifax Intl

Fri 10/31

5:35 am-3:35 pm

2 stops14h 00m

$307

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from California to Nova Scotia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Nova Scotia

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Nova Scotia (average of $375). Flying from California to Nova Scotia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $497). 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 September 15, 2025.

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.

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 September 15, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Porter Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from California to Nova Scotia have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
363 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
363 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
363 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
363 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
363 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,091 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
363 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
363 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - OPO

Very disappointing, booked with Porter airlines and changed to Air Transit last minute. Old plane, cramped seating, even the aisle was the narrowest I’ve ever seen. Very uncomfortable flight. Full meal at 130 am and only a small piece of banana bread in the morning… should be opposite.

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  • How long is the flight from California to Nova Scotia?

    WestJet, United Airlines, and Air Canada can get you from California to Nova Scotia in just under 8h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 22m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2976 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Nova Scotia (average of $375). Flying from California to Nova Scotia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $497). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Porter AirlinesCheapest$141Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
WestJetCheapest$161Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
United AirlinesCheapest$187Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$239Average$620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$392Average$715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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