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$188+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — YHZ
Dec 10 — Dec 171
Wed 12/10
Wed 12/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Nova Scotia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Nova Scotia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 10, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Tue 12/910:15 amSFO - YHZ
2 stops17h 13mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/166:30 amYHZ - SFO
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$415
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 12/110:18 pmSFO - YHZ
2 stops23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/56:00 amYHZ - SFO
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/8$454
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Tue 12/21:00 pmSFO - YHZ
2 stops32h 42mWestJet
Wed 12/106:10 pmYHZ - SFO
1 stop22h 02mWestJet
Deal found 11/9$472
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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.
Tue 12/21:00 pmSFO - YHZ
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/166:30 amYHZ - SFO
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/10$554
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 12/61:40 pmSFO - YHZ
1 stop18h 32mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/106:10 pmYHZ - SFO
1 stop22h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$583
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Thu 12/255:00 amSFO - YSJ
2 stops14h 29mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/111:30 amYSJ - SFO
2 stops17h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/9$836
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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.
Thu 12/185:00 amSFO - YQM
2 stops14h 43mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/294:40 pmYQM - SFO
2 stops21h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/8$1,030
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Sat 12/2010:35 pmSFO - YQM
2 stops21h 08mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/274:40 pmYQM - SFO
2 stops20h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,119
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 12/188:30 amSFO - YQM
1 stop11h 13mAir Canada
Mon 12/295:10 amYQM - SFO
1 stop14h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 11/8$1,533
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/198:30 amSFO - YQM
1 stop11h 13mAir Canada
Thu 1/15:10 amYQM - SFO
1 stop9h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 11/9$1,645
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Sat 12/204:15 pmSFO - YQM
1 stop20h 48mAir Canada
Sat 12/2711:35 amYQM - SFO
1 stop13h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 11/9$2,073

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Nova Scotia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Nova Scotia flight deals. Data was last updated November 10, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$352
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$188
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,004
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 November 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Nova Scotia that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Nova Scotia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Mon 2/9

1:00 pm-6:02 am

2 stops13h 02m

Halifax Intl

Sun 2/22

6:30 am-12:40 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$352

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Thu 4/2

1:00 pm-1:41 am

2 stops32h 41m

Halifax Intl

Mon 4/6

8:20 am-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$447

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Fri 2/13

1:00 pm-7:28 am

1 stop14h 28m

Halifax Intl

Sun 2/22

6:30 am-12:40 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$471

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Tue 12/2

1:00 pm-1:42 am

2 stops32h 42m

Halifax Intl

Wed 12/10

6:10 pm-12:12 pm

1 stop22h 02m

$472

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Tue 2/10

1:00 pm-7:28 am

1 stop14h 28m

Halifax Intl

Thu 2/19

8:20 am-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$475

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Fri 2/13

1:00 pm-7:28 am

1 stop14h 28m

Halifax Intl

Thu 2/19

8:20 am-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$475

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Thu 2/12

1:00 pm-7:28 am

1 stop14h 28m

Halifax Intl

Thu 2/19

8:20 am-12:10 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$475

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Tue 2/10

1:00 pm-7:28 am

1 stop14h 28m

Halifax Intl

Sat 2/21

6:55 am-12:10 pm

2 stops33h 15m

$477

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Thu 2/12

1:00 pm-6:02 am

2 stops37h 02m

Halifax Intl

Sat 2/21

6:55 am-12:10 pm

2 stops33h 15m

$502

San FranciscoMoncton

SFO - YQM

SFOYQM

San Francisco

Sun 2/8

1:00 am-11:43 pm

2 stops18h 43m

Moncton Intl

Sat 2/21

4:40 pm-10:17 am

2 stops21h 37m

$525

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Nova Scotia

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nova Scotia (average of $151). Flying from San Francisco to Nova Scotia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $421). 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 SFO to NS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 November 10, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Nova Scotia at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 45% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Nova Scotia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Nova Scotia. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Nova Scotia flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 10, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, WestJet, and Air Canada from San Francisco to Nova Scotia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,012 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,012 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,012 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,159 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,012 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,437 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,012 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Nova Scotia?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Nova Scotia, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Nova Scotia?

    A quick flight from San Francisco to Nova Scotia can take about 12h 04m. WestJet provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $645. There are 2909 mi between San Francisco and Nova Scotia. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The most popular flight routes from San Francisco to Nova Scotia are San Francisco - Halifax Intl, San Francisco - Moncton Intl and San Francisco - Saint John.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Nova Scotia?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nova Scotia (average of $151). Flying from San Francisco to Nova Scotia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $421). 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 San Francisco to Nova Scotia

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 November 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WestJetCheapest$213Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air CanadaCheapest$239Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$277Average$614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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