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$132+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 7/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — YHZ
feb. 28 — mar. 71
sáb. 2/28
sáb. 3/7
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia

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

This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/2610:05 am
PHL
-
YHZ
1 stop5h 02m
Air Canada
dom. 8/25:30 pm
YHZ
-
PHL
1 stop5h 04m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$313
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
mié. 7/110:05 am
PHL
-
YHZ
1 stop5h 02m
Air Canada
mar. 7/75:15 am
YHZ
-
PHL
1 stop5h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/29$318
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/510:35 am
PHL
-
YHZ
2 stops8h 55m
Air Canada
mié. 8/125:30 pm
YHZ
-
PHL
1 stop5h 04m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$323
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
mar. 7/710:05 am
PHL
-
YHZ
1 stop7h 11m
Air Canada
lun. 7/137:15 am
YHZ
-
PHL
2 stops9h 26m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/29$324
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/196:00 am
PHL
-
YHZ
2 stops12h 15m
WestJet
mié. 8/263:30 pm
YHZ
-
PHL
1 stop8h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 1/27$326
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/2610:35 am
PHL
-
YHZ
2 stops12h 01m
Air Canada
mar. 8/45:30 pm
YHZ
-
PHL
1 stop5h 04m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$327
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/26:55 am
PHL
-
YHZ
2 stops7h 04m
Air Canada
lun. 10/55:25 am
YHZ
-
PHL
1 stop5h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$328
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.
vie. 5/296:00 am
PHL
-
YHZ
1 stop14h 45m
WestJet
lun. 6/11:30 pm
YHZ
-
PHL
2 stops10h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 1/26$329
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/16:00 am
PHL
-
YHZ
1 stop14h 40m
WestJet
mar. 7/78:30 am
YHZ
-
PHL
2 stops11h 52m
WestJet
Deal found 1/27$330
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 7/2610:35 am
PHL
-
YHZ
2 stops12h 01m
Air Canada
lun. 8/35:15 am
YHZ
-
PHL
1 stop5h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$332
This Porter Airlines 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 Porter Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 2/283:40 pm
PHL
-
YYG
2 stops20h 22m
Porter Airlines
mié. 3/41:45 pm
YYG
-
PHL
2 stops25h 21m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 1/26$933
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 4/47:45 pm
PHL
-
YYG
2 stops13h 46m
Air Canada
sáb. 4/1111:15 am
YYG
-
PHL
1 stop4h 31m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/28$941

Find flight deals from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia

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

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$313
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$132
(Air Canada)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$374

Good round-trip deal

$467 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($90 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 enero 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia that are best for you.

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Philadelphia

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Nova Scotia

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Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

lun. 7/27

3:25 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Halifax Intl

mar. 8/4

5:30 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$313

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

lun. 5/4

10:05 am-4:02 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Halifax Intl

mié. 5/6

5:30 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$313

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

mar. 6/2

10:05 am-4:02 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Halifax Intl

sáb. 6/6

11:25 am-2:48 pm

1 stop4h 23m

$313

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

dom. 5/17

10:05 am-4:02 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Halifax Intl

mié. 5/20

5:30 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$313

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

jue. 7/9

10:05 am-4:07 pm

1 stop5h 02m

Halifax Intl

vie. 7/17

5:30 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$313

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

vie. 6/5

10:05 am-4:00 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Halifax Intl

lun. 6/8

5:30 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$313

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

mié. 7/1

10:05 am-4:07 pm

1 stop5h 02m

Halifax Intl

dom. 7/5

5:15 am-9:45 am

1 stop5h 30m

$318

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

dom. 7/26

3:25 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Halifax Intl

lun. 8/3

5:15 am-9:45 am

1 stop5h 30m

$318

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

mié. 7/1

10:05 am-4:07 pm

1 stop5h 02m

Halifax Intl

mar. 7/7

5:15 am-9:45 am

1 stop5h 30m

$318

PhiladelphiaCharlottetown

PHL - YYG

PHLYYG

Philadelphia

sáb. 2/28

3:40 pm-1:02 pm

2 stops20h 22m

Charlottetown

mié. 3/4

1:45 pm-2:06 pm

2 stops25h 21m

$933

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia (average of $127). Flying from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia in February is currently the most expensive (average of $275). 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.

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 enero 29, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines, and Air Canada from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,667 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia?

    Philadelphia (PHL) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia. It is only a 7.0 mi journey to Philadelphia (PHL) from Philadelphia’s city center.

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

    Airlines like Air Canada and Porter Airlines fly from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia in about 7h 11m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 11m. There are 690 mi between Philadelphia and Nova Scotia. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia consider Philadelphia - Halifax Intl, Philadelphia - Charlottetown or Philadelphia - Sydney as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $399. While the most popular route (Philadelphia - Halifax Intl) can be booked for $296 on average, our data indicates $585 when flying from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Nova Scotia?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia (average of $127). Flying from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia in February is currently the most expensive (average of $275). 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 3 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 enero 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$134Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$154Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$220Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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