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$109+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia 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 12/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — YHZ
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/119:40 amDCA - YHZ
1 stop7h 01mAir Canada
Mon 12/155:35 amYHZ - DCA
1 stop5h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 10/28$261
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/194:10 pmDCA - YHZ
1 stop6h 56mAir Canada
Sun 11/235:35 amYHZ - DCA
1 stop5h 51mAir Canada
Deal found 10/28$303
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2711:40 amIAD - YHZ
2 stops7h 11mPorter Airlines
Thu 12/411:35 amYHZ - IAD
2 stops6h 39mPorter Airlines
Deal found 10/28$304
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/114:30 pmIAD - YHZ
1 stop6h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/158:25 amYHZ - IAD
1 stop9h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$305
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/59:45 amIAD - YHZ
1 stop5h 02mAir Canada
Wed 11/129:00 amYHZ - IAD
1 stop7h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 10/29$310
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/116:59 amDCA - YHZ
1 stop7h 12mAir Canada
Wed 12/175:35 amYHZ - DCA
1 stop5h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 10/28$310
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/411:05 amDCA - YHZ
1 stop11h 49mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/2511:20 amYHZ - DCA
1 stop5h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$313
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/194:30 pmIAD - YHZ
1 stop6h 56mAir Canada
Sun 11/239:00 amYHZ - IAD
1 stop7h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 10/28$316
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/258:45 amIAD - YHZ
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/23:15 pmYHZ - IAD
1 stop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$318
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 11/58:45 amIAD - YHZ
1 stop14h 09mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/125:35 amYHZ - IAD
2 stops11h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$319
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 11/59:05 amDCA - YHZ
1 stop13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/128:45 amYHZ - DCA
2 stops10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$319
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/45:25 pmIAD - YHZ
1 stop5h 29mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/256:55 amYHZ - IAD
2 stops9h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$320

Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to Nova Scotia flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$303
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$109
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$477

Good round-trip deal

$230 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($105 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Halifax

IAD - YHZ

IADYHZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/23

11:40 am-8:05 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Halifax Intl

Fri 5/8

6:45 am-12:59 pm

2 stops7h 14m

$234

Washington, D.C.Halifax

DCA - YHZ

DCAYHZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/8

12:55 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Halifax Intl

Sat 12/13

11:20 am-3:31 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$303

Washington, D.C.Halifax

DCA - YHZ

DCAYHZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 12/5

4:10 pm-12:21 am

1 stop7h 11m

Halifax Intl

Sun 12/7

5:35 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 46m

$303

Washington, D.C.Halifax

DCA - YHZ

DCAYHZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/31

4:10 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 55m

Halifax Intl

Wed 4/1

5:35 am-10:19 am

1 stop5h 44m

$303

Washington, D.C.Halifax

DCA - YHZ

DCAYHZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/4

9:40 am-5:39 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Halifax Intl

Sun 4/12

5:35 am-10:19 am

1 stop5h 44m

$310

Washington, D.C.Halifax

DCA - YHZ

DCAYHZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/11

9:40 am-5:41 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Halifax Intl

Wed 12/17

5:35 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 46m

$310

Washington, D.C.Halifax

IAD - YHZ

IADYHZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/19

4:30 pm-12:26 am

1 stop6h 56m

Halifax Intl

Sun 11/23

9:00 am-3:46 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$316

Washington, D.C.Halifax

IAD - YHZ

IADYHZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/8

5:19 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Halifax Intl

Sat 12/13

3:15 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$318

Washington, D.C.Halifax

IAD - YHZ

IADYHZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/27

5:33 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Halifax Intl

Thu 12/4

3:15 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$318

Washington, D.C.Halifax

IAD - YHZ

IADYHZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/25

8:45 am-2:31 pm

1 stop4h 46m

Halifax Intl

Tue 12/2

3:15 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$318

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nova Scotia from District of Columbia with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia (average of $95). Flying from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $439). 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 DC to NS?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia 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 October 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia?

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 October 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Porter Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from District of Columbia 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
384 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

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
8.0
Very good
384 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
384 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

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
8,998 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
384 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

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
11,033 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
384 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

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
10,378 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
384 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.0

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 District of Columbia to Nova Scotia?

    A quick flight from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia can take about 5h 35m. Porter Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $318. District of Columbia and Nova Scotia are separated by a distance of 823 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia (average of $95). Flying from District of Columbia to Nova Scotia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $439). 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 District of Columbia to Nova Scotia

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$95Average$535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$188Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$219Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$322Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
DeltaCheapest$510Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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