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$157+ 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 6/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — YHZ
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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Cheap 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$400
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$157
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$421

Good round-trip deal

$773 or less
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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 May 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/2510:25 amPHL - YHZ
Nonstop2h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/302:15 pmYHZ - PHL
Nonstop2h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$389
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/66:00 amPHL - YHZ
2 stops16h 14mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/1312:00 pmYHZ - PHL
2 stops20h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$394
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 5/229:45 amPHL - YHZ
1 stop5h 01mAir Canada
Tue 5/275:20 pmYHZ - PHL
1 stop5h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$400
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 6/26:15 amPHL - YHZ
2 stops18h 54mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/97:00 amYHZ - PHL
2 stops17h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$438
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/196:00 amPHL - YHZ
2 stops15h 40mDelta
Sun 6/226:40 amYHZ - PHL
2 stops13h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/29$568
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 5/56:33 amPHL - YSJ
3 stops27h 47mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/1212:30 pmYSJ - PHL
3 stops35h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$578
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/264:50 pmPHL - YSJ
1 stop5h 59mAir Canada
Wed 5/285:15 amYSJ - PHL
1 stop6h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$751
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/16:10 amPHL - YYG
3 stops38h 39mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/76:40 amYYG - PHL
2 stops34h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$806
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/86:30 amPHL - YYG
2 stops40h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/155:25 amYYG - PHL
2 stops25h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$872
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 9/2510:35 amPHL - YYG
1 stop5h 58mAir Canada
Sun 9/285:25 amYYG - PHL
1 stop5h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$895

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia that are best for you.

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Philadelphia

Fly to

Nova Scotia

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Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

Fri 5/30

9:45 am-3:46 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Halifax Intl

Thu 6/5

5:35 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$400

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

Wed 6/11

6:25 am-7:39 pm

2 stops12h 14m

Halifax Intl

Fri 6/13

5:35 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$416

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

Wed 6/11

9:36 am-11:27 pm

2 stops12h 51m

Halifax Intl

Fri 6/13

6:40 am-7:35 pm

2 stops13h 55m

$429

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

Mon 6/2

6:15 am-2:09 am

2 stops18h 54m

Halifax Intl

Mon 6/9

7:00 am-11:29 pm

2 stops17h 29m

$438

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

Mon 9/1

9:25 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops15h 55m

Halifax Intl

Mon 9/8

3:19 pm-7:34 am

2 stops17h 15m

$551

PhiladelphiaSaint John

PHL - YSJ

PHLYSJ

Philadelphia

Mon 5/26

4:50 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Saint John

Wed 5/28

5:15 am-10:20 am

1 stop6h 05m

$751

PhiladelphiaCharlottetown

PHL - YYG

PHLYYG

Philadelphia

Wed 10/1

6:10 am-9:49 pm

3 stops38h 39m

Charlottetown

Tue 10/7

6:40 am-4:33 pm

2 stops34h 53m

$806

PhiladelphiaCharlottetown

PHL - YYG

PHLYYG

Philadelphia

Fri 8/8

6:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops40h 29m

Charlottetown

Fri 8/15

5:25 am-5:26 am

2 stops25h 01m

$872

PhiladelphiaCharlottetown

PHL - YYG

PHLYYG

Philadelphia

Thu 9/25

10:35 am-5:33 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Charlottetown

Sun 9/28

5:25 am-9:50 am

1 stop5h 25m

$895

PhiladelphiaHalifax

PHL - YHZ

PHLYHZ

Philadelphia

Mon 6/30

10:29 pm-11:24 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$157

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia (average of $375). Flying from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $501). 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.

Rainfall in Nova Scotia by month

Plan your trip to Nova Scotia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nova Scotia ranges from 3.6 - 5.6 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.6 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Nova Scotia when rainfall is around 3.6 in.

Temperature in Nova Scotia by month

Plan your trip to Nova Scotia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nova Scotia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia, such as Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,252 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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.

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

    $176 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air Canada. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $219 and $301, respectively.

  • 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 $345. While the most popular route (Philadelphia - Halifax Intl) can be booked for $319 on average our data indicates $873 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia (average of $375). Flying from Philadelphia to Nova Scotia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $501). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$157Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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