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$129+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — YHZ
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Nova Scotia

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Nova Scotia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 7/2310:25 am
MDW
-
YHZ
2 stops11h 09m
Porter Airlines
Sun 7/267:00 am
YHZ
-
MDW
2 stops11h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 1/27$287
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1410:25 am
MDW
-
YHZ
2 stops11h 09m
Porter Airlines
Fri 8/217:00 am
YHZ
-
MDW
2 stops11h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 1/26$300
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/2310:25 am
MDW
-
YHZ
2 stops11h 09m
Porter Airlines
Fri 8/77:00 am
YHZ
-
MDW
2 stops11h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 1/28$301
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 9/1610:25 am
MDW
-
YHZ
2 stops11h 09m
Porter Airlines
Mon 9/217:00 am
YHZ
-
MDW
2 stops11h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 1/27$311
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 8/1410:25 am
MDW
-
YHZ
2 stops11h 09m
Porter Airlines
Tue 8/188:00 am
YHZ
-
MDW
2 stops10h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 1/27$315
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Fri 5/2910:25 am
MDW
-
YHZ
1 stop9h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/311:00 pm
YHZ
-
MDW
1 stop12h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$321
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/2510:25 am
MDW
-
YHZ
2 stops11h 09m
Porter Airlines
Fri 8/77:00 am
YHZ
-
MDW
2 stops11h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 1/28$325
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/2512:44 pm
ORD
-
YHZ
1 stop26h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/46:40 am
YHZ
-
ORD
2 stops30h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$326
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Mon 9/710:25 am
MDW
-
YHZ
2 stops11h 09m
Porter Airlines
Mon 9/147:00 am
YHZ
-
MDW
2 stops11h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 1/27$327
This Porter Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Porter Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2110:25 am
MDW
-
YHZ
2 stops11h 09m
Porter Airlines
Wed 9/97:00 am
YHZ
-
MDW
2 stops11h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 1/27$328
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Fri 2/2711:05 am
MDW
-
YHZ
1 stop7h 05m
Porter Airlines
Sun 3/16:40 am
YHZ
-
MDW
2 stops10h 40m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 1/28$329
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sat 8/2210:25 am
MDW
-
YHZ
2 stops11h 09m
Porter Airlines
Sun 9/67:00 am
YHZ
-
MDW
2 stops11h 50m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 1/27$335

Find flight deals from Illinois to Nova Scotia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Nova Scotia flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$287
(oojo)

One-way from

$129
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$303

Good round-trip deal

$854 or less
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One-way flight from Illinois to Nova Scotia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($100 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Nova Scotia that are best for you.

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Illinois

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Nova Scotia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoHalifax

MDW - YHZ

MDWYHZ

Chicago Midway

Thu 7/23

10:25 am-11:34 pm

2 stops11h 09m

Halifax Intl

Fri 8/7

7:00 am-4:50 pm

2 stops11h 50m

$301

ChicagoHalifax

MDW - YHZ

MDWYHZ

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/29

10:25 am-9:25 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Halifax Intl

Wed 6/3

11:00 pm-9:40 am

1 stop12h 40m

$321

ChicagoHalifax

ORD - YHZ

ORDYHZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

12:44 pm-5:31 pm

1 stop26h 47m

Halifax Intl

Wed 3/4

6:40 am-10:46 am

2 stops30h 06m

$326

ChicagoHalifax

MDW - YHZ

MDWYHZ

Chicago Midway

Fri 7/17

10:25 am-11:34 pm

2 stops11h 09m

Halifax Intl

Mon 8/3

7:00 am-4:50 pm

2 stops11h 50m

$328

ChicagoHalifax

MDW - YHZ

MDWYHZ

Chicago Midway

Fri 2/27

11:05 am-8:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Halifax Intl

Sun 3/1

6:40 am-3:20 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$329

ChicagoHalifax

MDW - YHZ

MDWYHZ

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/25

11:05 am-1:41 am

1 stop12h 36m

Halifax Intl

Wed 3/4

10:40 pm-10:05 am

1 stop13h 25m

$354

ChicagoHalifax

MDW - YHZ

MDWYHZ

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/21

10:25 am-9:25 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Halifax Intl

Mon 5/25

8:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop15h 25m

$357

ChicagoHalifax

MDW - YHZ

MDWYHZ

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/12

11:00 am-9:27 pm

2 stops8h 27m

Halifax Intl

Thu 3/19

7:00 am-3:20 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$359

St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/13

7:30 am-8:30 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Halifax Intl

Sat 5/16

6:00 am-12:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$360

St. LouisHalifax

STL - YHZ

STLYHZ

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 7/18

6:45 am-9:40 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Halifax Intl

Sat 7/25

3:30 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$369

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Deals found on 1/29

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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 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Porter Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Illinois to Nova Scotia to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
412 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
412 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
412 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
412 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
412 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,667 reviews
Porter Airlines
7.9
Good
412 reviews

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Mohameed,Nov 2025

LAS - YYZ

It's good. Planes are new and fresh. WiFi is best and stands out

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Nova Scotia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Illinois to Nova Scotia in 11h. Fly via Porter Airlines, Air Canada, or WestJet to get the fastest option. The distance from Illinois to Nova Scotia is about 1438 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Illinois to Nova Scotia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$170Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$186Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$224Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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