Travelling from London International Airport (YXU) to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Halifax is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of London.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YXU to YHZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from London International Airport (YXU) to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London International Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport flight is £151. A round-trip fare is currently £383. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from YXU to YHZ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from London International Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from YXU to YHZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London International Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London International Airport (YXU)
When it comes to London International Airport's on-time performance, 50.41% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
London International Airport is about 7 miles from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London International Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to YXU:
Arriving at Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
Reserve a hotel close to YHZ if you're on a late London International Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Halifax Stanfield International Airport rental car and discover Halifax and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Hertz and Alamo are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Halifax Stanfield International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to central Halifax
Halifax Stanfield International Airport is approximately 20 miles from the centre of Halifax. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from London International Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Halifax. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from London International Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Halifax during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YXU to YHZ sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Halifax, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Journey around 110 miles north-west to Moncton to tick off its leading sights. From Parc Magnetic Hill Estates Park to Tidal Bore and Magnetic Hill Zoo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Sydney is another standout destination in Canada and is around 190 miles north-east of Halifax. No trip is complete without experiencing Cossit House Museum, Membertou Heritage Park and Jost House Museum.
