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Distance to Halifax26.5km
Distance to Hubbards50.2km
Most popular destinationNew York

About Halifax International Airport

  • Halifax International Airport is a main airport for Halifax and is located in Nova Scotia.

  • The airport is also used by passengers travelling to or from nearby Truro and Kentville, making it a major gateway for the wider area.

  • Pick from these popular airlines at Halifax International Airport for your next journey:

  • Ready to move on from Halifax? Here are some of the destinations you can get to on a direct flight from Halifax International Airport:

    • Toronto

    • Ottawa

    • Montreal

    • St John's

    • New York

  • June, July, and August are the busiest months at Halifax Stanfield International Airport. Nova Scotia's short summer draws visitors for coastal scenery, outdoor activities, and festivals, while school breaks fuel strong family travel across domestic and international routes during all three months.

  • January, February, and April are the quietest months at Halifax Stanfield International Airport. The deep winter cold of January and February keeps leisure demand low, and April sits in a shoulder period between winter and the summer peak, when visitor interest is generally subdued.

How to get from Halifax International Airport to Halifax

  • You can make your way to the centre of Halifax by bus from the airport. The MetroX Route 320 takes around 55 minutes to arrive at a central hub like Bridge Terminal.

  • For a handy door-to-door option, book a rideshare service from Halifax International Airport with Uber.

  • Casino Taxi, Bob's Taxi and Yellow Taxi Halifax are some of the taxi operators in Halifax.

  • It usually takes around 35 minutes to get from Halifax International Airport to Halifax by rideshare service or taxi, though traffic may add time to the journey.

  • Halifax International Airport is served by the Route 320 bus, operated by Halifax Transit, which connects the airport to downtown Halifax. Taxis and rideshares, including Uber, are also available outside the terminal if you prefer a direct ride.

How to get to Halifax International Airport from Halifax

  • You can reach the airport by bus from the city. Give yourself roughly 55 minutes if you take the MetroX Route 320 from a major stop like Bridge Terminal.

  • If you're driving from central Halifax or being dropped off, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport.

  • The most common way to get to Halifax Stanfield International Airport from Halifax is by taxi or rideshare, with both options widely available across the city. A shuttle service also connects the airport to downtown Halifax and some surrounding areas, making it a practical choice if you're not in a hurry.

Halifax International Airport facilities

  • Halifax International Airport handles flights from one terminal.

  • From cafes and coffee shops and fast food to grab-and-go options, you've got plenty of ways to deal with pre-flight hunger. The airport also has sit-down restaurants.

  • You can pass a little time browsing the shops. Explore the convenience stores, duty-free outlets, fashion and accessories, and souvenirs and gifts if you feel like spending a little.

  • Want to travel in a bit more style? Airport lounges give you somewhere to eat, work, or kick back before your flight. Membership lounges and Paid lounges are some of the main types available at Halifax International Airport.

  • You'll have several options for parking at Halifax International Airport. These are the main types:

    • Long stay

    • Pick-up/drop-off

    • Short stay

Where to stay near Halifax International Airport

  • Whether you have a late flight to Halifax International Airport or an early departure, Alt Hotel Halifax Airport - In Terminal is there when you want to rest close by. It's just 0.32 kilometres away and features luggage storage, air conditioning, and a fireplace.

  • Hilton Garden Inn Halifax Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from the airport and also worth considering. From an airport shuttle and wheelchair access to shuttle services, it has the essentials in place for a comfortable stay.

  • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax Airport by IHG also helps keep transfers short and simple. It's about 3 kilometres away and includes a golf course, a safe deposit box, a meeting room, and more.

Car rental options near Halifax International Airport

Halifax International Airport FAQs

Yes, Air Canada operates to and from both Halifax International Airport Arrivals and Departures.

Yes, WestJet operates to and from both Halifax International Airport Arrivals and Departures.

Yes, Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd operates to and from both Halifax International Airport Arrivals and Departures.

Yes. There are Budget, Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty, Turo, Avis, National, Payless and Alamo pick-up points in or near to Halifax International Airport’s Arrivals or Departures areas.

For international arrivals, it usually takes around an hour to clear Halifax International Airport’s passport control and claim your baggage if you checked any in. Domestic arrivals to Halifax International Airport don’t need to pass through passport control, so take a little less time.

If you’re heading to Halifax International Airport arrivals to pick up a family member or friend, consider arriving half an hour after their flight is due to touch down.

We recommend you leave at least two and a half hours between your inbound and outbound flights, especially if you are self-transferring on an international flight. When you self-transfer, you may need to clear customs, claim any luggage and then check it back on to your next flight yourself. Take into account that you might need to change terminals, or it could take longer than necessary to navigate Halifax International Airport’s departure lounge.

Alt Hotel Halifax Airport - In Terminal is the highest-rated hotel near Halifax International Airport, just 0.3km away. Other great hotels nearby include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax Airport by IHG (3.2km from the airport), and Hilton Garden Inn Halifax Airport (3.2km away).

Check-in and bag drop often close an hour before your scheduled departure time for domestic flights, and sometimes an hour and a half before for longer-haul international flights. As a rule of thumb, you should try to arrive at Halifax International Airport two hours before you fly but check with the airline you’re flying with.

Don’t worry if there’s no information available on our live flight tracker. We try our best to pull it directly from each airline but sometimes this might not work properly. Try contacting the airline directly, or checking their website to see if you can get an update.

Don’t panic! If you are not already at Halifax International Airport, try contacting the airline directly to see if you can get on the next flight out, or a refund.

If you’re already inside Halifax International Airport Departures when you find out, head to the airline’s desk to speak directly with someone.

If there are no more flights to your destination with the same airline and you really need to get there soon, we recommend searching for a new flight with Skyscanner and booking as soon as possible. You can then try to claim a refund for the original cancelled flight.

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