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$121+ 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 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — YHZ
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$286
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$121
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$462
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 July 29, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Wed 9/312:35 pmLAX - YHZ
2 stops13h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/136:30 amYHZ - LAX
1 stop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$286
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Wed 9/312:35 pmLAX - YHZ
2 stops13h 24mWestJet
Sat 9/138:30 amYHZ - LAX
2 stops13h 39mWestJet
Deal found 7/27$296
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/410:30 pmLAX - YHZ
1 stop8h 03mAir Canada
Thu 9/115:45 amYHZ - LAX
1 stop9h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 7/27$328
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sun 8/242:45 pmSFO - YHZ
2 stops12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/316:30 amYHZ - SFO
1 stop9h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$336
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/252:45 pmSFO - YHZ
2 stops12h 30mWestJet
Mon 9/17:00 amYHZ - SFO
1 stop11h 51mWestJet
Deal found 7/28$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/311:59 pmLAX - YHZ
1 stop10h 04mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/162:50 pmYHZ - LAX
1 stop8h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$342
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 10/2312:50 pmSNA - YHZ
2 stops13h 09mWestJet
Mon 10/278:20 amYHZ - SNA
1 stop33h 05mWestJet
Deal found 7/27$347
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/110:30 pmLAX - YQM
1 stop7h 57mAir Canada
Fri 9/266:35 amYQM - LAX
1 stop8h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 7/27$355
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/2510:30 pmLAX - YYG
1 stop8h 00mAir Canada
Fri 10/105:20 amYYG - LAX
1 stop9h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 7/27$356
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Fri 9/56:53 amSNA - YHZ
2 stops13h 02mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/162:50 pmYHZ - SNA
1 stop10h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$367
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/64:42 pmSNA - YHZ
2 stops18h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/152:51 pmYHZ - SNA
2 stops21h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$372
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 8/2012:35 pmLAX - YQM
2 stops24h 34mWestJet
Mon 8/256:00 pmYQM - LAX
1 stop27h 17mWestJet
Deal found 7/28$377

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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 July 29, 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

Wed 9/3

12:35 pm-5:59 am

2 stops13h 24m

Halifax Intl

Sat 9/13

6:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$286

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Wed 9/3

12:35 pm-5:59 am

2 stops13h 24m

Halifax Intl

Sat 9/13

8:30 am-6:09 pm

2 stops13h 39m

$296

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

10:30 pm-10:33 am

1 stop8h 03m

Halifax Intl

Mon 9/15

5:45 am-11:05 am

1 stop9h 20m

$328

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

2:45 pm-7:15 am

2 stops12h 30m

Halifax Intl

Sun 8/31

6:30 am-12:23 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$336

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

2:45 pm-7:15 am

2 stops12h 30m

Halifax Intl

Mon 9/1

7:00 am-2:51 pm

1 stop11h 51m

$339

Los AngelesHalifax

LAX - YHZ

LAXYHZ

Los Angeles

Wed 9/3

11:59 pm-2:03 pm

1 stop10h 04m

Halifax Intl

Tue 9/16

2:50 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$342

Santa AnaHalifax

SNA - YHZ

SNAYHZ

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/23

12:50 pm-5:59 am

2 stops13h 09m

Halifax Intl

Mon 10/27

8:20 am-1:25 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$347

Los AngelesMoncton

LAX - YQM

LAXYQM

Los Angeles

Mon 9/1

10:30 pm-10:27 am

1 stop7h 57m

Moncton Intl

Fri 9/26

6:35 am-11:05 am

1 stop8h 30m

$355

Los AngelesCharlottetown

LAX - YYG

LAXYYG

Los Angeles

Thu 9/25

10:30 pm-10:30 am

1 stop8h 00m

Charlottetown

Fri 10/10

5:20 am-10:30 am

1 stop9h 10m

$356

Santa AnaHalifax

SNA - YHZ

SNAYHZ

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/5

7:00 pm-3:53 pm

2 stops16h 53m

Halifax Intl

Fri 9/12

2:50 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop10h 37m

$367

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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Cheapflights Insights

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 May is currently the most expensive (average of $498). 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 July 29, 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 July 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Porter Airlines, Delta, and United 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
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,972 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
317 reviews

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

LIS - YYZ

Everything was on time and easy. Crew were nice on flights and helpful. International flight, so long and typically uncomfortable but not more than most. Food and drink service were below average but you get what you pay for. Overall, good experience

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Nova Scotia one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for WestJet. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $121. Users have also found prices from $143 and $146 on United Airlines and Air Canada, respectively.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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 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 May is currently the most expensive (average of $498). 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Porter AirlinesCheapest$141Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
WestJetCheapest$161Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air CanadaCheapest$182Average$637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$187Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$349Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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