Nova Scotia

$144+ 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 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — YHZ
May 5 — May 121
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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 April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$317
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$144
(oojo)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$356
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From San Francisco to Nova Scotia
One-way flight from San Francisco to Nova Scotia
High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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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 April 30, 2025.

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.
Mon 5/262:45 pmSFO - YHZ
2 stops12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/26:30 amYHZ - SFO
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$317
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/247:30 amSFO - YHZ
1 stop10h 15mWestJet
Mon 9/17:00 amYHZ - SFO
1 stop11h 51mWestJet
Deal found 4/28$318
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/411:55 pmSFO - YHZ
1 stop12h 20mAir Canada
Tue 6/105:45 amYHZ - SFO
1 stop9h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$392
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/188:45 pmSFO - YYG
2 stops16h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/234:20 pmYYG - SFO
2 stops22h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$407
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/99:15 pmSFO - YYG
2 stops16h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/144:20 pmYYG - SFO
2 stops21h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$408
This Justfly.com 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1412:50 pmSFO - YQM
1 stop24h 19mWestJet
Mon 5/196:00 pmYQM - SFO
2 stops23h 59mWestJet
Deal found 4/29$410
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/910:55 pmSFO - YYG
2 stops12h 35mAir Canada
Mon 7/146:25 pmYYG - SFO
1 stop18h 42mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$416
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.
Thu 6/199:31 amSFO - YHZ
1 stop23h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/222:15 pmYHZ - SFO
2 stops11h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$424
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/911:15 pmSFO - YHZ
2 stops16h 24mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/81:30 pmYHZ - SFO
1 stop11h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$443
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.
Fri 5/167:05 pmSFO - YQM
2 stops18h 20mAir Canada
Mon 5/196:25 pmYQM - SFO
1 stop18h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$444
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 5/167:05 pmSFO - YQM
2 stops22h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/1911:00 amYQM - SFO
2 stops26h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$456
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/146:05 pmSFO - YHZ
1 stop9h 10mDelta
Sat 7/198:30 amYHZ - SFO
2 stops18h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/28$473

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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 April 30, 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

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San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Mon 5/26

2:45 pm-7:15 am

2 stops12h 30m

Halifax Intl

Mon 6/2

6:30 am-12:30 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$317

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

7:30 am-9:45 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Halifax Intl

Mon 9/1

7:00 am-2:51 pm

1 stop11h 51m

$318

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

11:55 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Halifax Intl

Tue 6/10

5:45 am-11:35 am

1 stop9h 50m

$392

San FranciscoCharlottetown

SFO - YYG

SFOYYG

San Francisco

Wed 6/18

8:45 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops16h 44m

Charlottetown

Mon 6/23

4:20 pm-10:48 am

2 stops22h 28m

$407

San FranciscoCharlottetown

SFO - YYG

SFOYYG

San Francisco

Wed 7/9

9:15 pm-5:34 pm

2 stops16h 19m

Charlottetown

Mon 7/14

4:20 pm-9:50 am

2 stops21h 30m

$408

San FranciscoMoncton

SFO - YQM

SFOYQM

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

12:50 pm-5:09 pm

1 stop24h 19m

Moncton Intl

Mon 5/19

6:00 pm-1:59 pm

2 stops23h 59m

$410

San FranciscoCharlottetown

SFO - YYG

SFOYYG

San Francisco

Wed 7/9

10:55 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops12h 35m

Charlottetown

Mon 7/14

6:25 pm-9:07 am

1 stop18h 42m

$416

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Thu 6/19

9:31 am-1:30 pm

1 stop23h 59m

Halifax Intl

Sun 6/22

2:15 pm-9:27 pm

2 stops11h 12m

$424

San FranciscoHalifax

SFO - YHZ

SFOYHZ

San Francisco

Mon 6/9

11:15 pm-7:39 pm

2 stops16h 24m

Halifax Intl

Mon 9/8

1:30 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop11h 23m

$443

San FranciscoMoncton

SFO - YQM

SFOYQM

San Francisco

Fri 5/16

7:05 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops18h 20m

Moncton Intl

Mon 5/19

6:25 pm-9:19 am

1 stop18h 54m

$444

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

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nova Scotia (average of $375). Flying from San Francisco 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.

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 April 30, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Nova Scotia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 April 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Porter Airlines, Delta and SWISS from San Francisco to Nova Scotia by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MCO - YHZ

A good flight and the crew was very nice. Thank you

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MCO - YHZ

A good flight and the crew was very nice. Thank you
8.0
Very good

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MCO - YHZ

A good flight and the crew was very nice. Thank you

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MCO - YHZ

A good flight and the crew was very nice. Thank you

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MCO - YHZ

A good flight and the crew was very nice. Thank you

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

MCO - YHZ

A good flight and the crew was very nice. Thank you

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.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for WestJet. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $144. Users have also found prices from $165 and $181 on Air Canada and American Airlines, respectively.

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

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nova Scotia (average of $375). Flying from San Francisco 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 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Nova Scotia

Discover the top 5 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$170Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$184Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
United AirlinesCheapest$185Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
WestJetCheapest$235Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air CanadaCheapest$284Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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