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$688+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Nova Scotia

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — YHZ
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Nova Scotia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Santa Barbara to Nova Scotia flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$688
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$449
From Santa Barbara to Nova Scotia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Nova Scotia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Nova Scotia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/244:39 pmSBA - YHZ
2 stops17h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/72:37 pmYHZ - SBA
2 stops25h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$688
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sun 8/246:52 pmSBA - YHZ
3 stops15h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/72:50 pmYHZ - SBA
2 stops13h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,012

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

Fly from

Santa Barbara

Fly to

Nova Scotia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraHalifax

SBA - YHZ

SBAYHZ

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/24

4:39 pm-1:39 pm

2 stops17h 00m

Halifax Intl

Sun 9/7

2:37 pm-12:32 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$688

Santa BarbaraHalifax

SBA - YHZ

SBAYHZ

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/24

6:52 pm-2:03 pm

3 stops15h 11m

Halifax Intl

Sun 9/7

2:50 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops13h 09m

$1,012

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Deals found on 6/30

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Nova Scotia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Nova Scotia

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Nova Scotia (average of $375). Flying from Santa Barbara to Nova Scotia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $498). 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 July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Nova Scotia to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,845 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

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
8,845 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,845 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

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??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,845 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

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

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

    Located just 8.0 mi from the city center, Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Nova Scotia from Santa Barbara.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Nova Scotia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Nova Scotia (average of $375). Flying from Santa Barbara to Nova Scotia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $498). 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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