Travelling from Washington DC to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ): what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Washington DC to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ). Explore your options for jetting out of Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
The timezone in Halifax is UTC-3, which is 1 hour ahead of Washington DC. Halifax Stanfield International Airport is located in Halifax.
Your flight from Washington DC to YHZ won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
July is a busy month for travelling. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Fourth of July, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Washington DC to YHZ. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
DCA is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Have an early flight from Washington DC to Halifax Stanfield International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Ronald Reagan National Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) offers nonstop flights from Washington DC to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ).
American Airlines operates direct flights from Washington DC to YHZ departing from IAD. Book your favourite aisle seat and get to your destination in one go.
You can reach IAD from central Washington DC in about 51 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Washington DC to YHZ, unwind in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
About Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Washington DC to Halifax Stanfield International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near YHZ instead:
Getting from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to central Halifax
Halifax Stanfield International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Halifax. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 29 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 9 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
For a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Halifax Stanfield International Airport, R 2,334 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just R 5,382. These are currently the lowest fares but could change depending on availability.
We suggest booking as early as possible to lock in cheap tickets from Washington DC to YHZ. You're more likely to score a great deal and have a wider selection of flight times and dates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Washington DC to Halifax Stanfield International Airport.
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Customise your journey using filters. Choose the duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Washington DC to Halifax Stanfield International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from Washington DC to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
August is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Halifax Stanfield International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Halifax in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Washington DC to YHZ for August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Halifax to range from 15ºC to 23ºC.
Travel in February if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between -11ºC and 4ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Washington DC to Halifax Stanfield International Airport.
More about Halifax
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Halifax Stanfield International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Halifax:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada, Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 and The Halifax Public Gardens are essential stops on your Halifax itinerary.
Complete your Halifax trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Halifax and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Washington DC to Halifax Stanfield International Airport.