Fly Vancouver to Halifax, your entrance to the East Coast
Your cross-Canada flight from Vancouver to Halifax will bring you to the heart of East Coast hospitality. Halifax is eastern Canada's largest city, offering an assortment of urban experiences - like fine dining, craft breweries, and live performances - while also being a great gateway to the natural beauty of the East Coast wilderness.
History buffs love Halifax. As one of the oldest European settlements in Canada, Halifax is home to a variety of historic sites. On your trip from Vancouver to Halifax make sure to check out the Halifax Defence Complex, a group of five forts in Halifax Harbour. Operated by Parks Canada, these historic sites are a great way to spend a day after your flight from Vancouver to Halifax. If you're looking for something a little more curated, check out the Army Museum at the Halifax Citadel Historic Site, Museum of Natural History in Halifax, or the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic where you'll discover the rich history of Halifax and the East Coast.
Looking for a relaxing drink while you explore the city? Halifax is home to a variety of great pubs and breweries, including the famous Alexander Keith's Brewery - one of the oldest breweries in North America. Take a tour behind the scenes and then grab a drink in the taproom where you might get to catch a live performance from one of Halifax's local musicians. And, speaking of music, Halifax loves live music. With great venues and fun festivals taking place throughout the year, you'll always be able to find an entertaining performance after your flight from Vancouver to Halifax.
For travellers looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life, Nova Scotia offers incredible natural experiences. Check out the high tides in the nearby Bay of Fundy, scenic hiking trails, whale watching adventures, unique white water rafting experiences along the tidal bore, as well as six UNESCO heritage and nature sites. Even better, flying from Vancouver to Halifax is a great place to start your journey around the nearby Cabot Trail, one of the most scenic drives in Canada.
Book a flight from Vancouver to Halifax and experience the Bay of Fundy
It's high tide you visit Halifax!
Once you're off your flight from Vancouver to Halifax, pay a visit to the famous Bay of Fundy. Located just a short drive from Halifax, the Bay of Fundy features the highest tides in the world. 160 billion tonnes of water flood in and out of the bay each day, causing water levels to rise up to 50 feet in some places. Burntcoat Head Park, which records the highest tides in the world, is only an hour drive from Halifax and is the perfect place to experience the tidal changes on the Bay of Fundy.
While travelling around the Bay of Fundy, make sure to visit the Joggins Fossil Cliffs UNESCO World Heritage Site and explore the unique natural history of Nova Scotia. Joggins cliffs feature 148 species of fossils and are considered to be a ‘coal age Galapagos' and an important site for the study of the prehistoric world.
Visitors travelling from Vancouver to Halifax will also enjoy the Grand Pré National Historic Site, another UNESCO World Heritage site on the Bay of Fundy. While visiting this beautiful National Park, visitors will learn about the Acadian settlers and their way of life. Guided tours tell the story of the Acadian people and visitors will get to see the famous Evengeline statue which commemorates the struggles of the Acadian people.
Thrill seekers flying from Vancouver to Halifax will love tidal bore rafting. As the tides turn on the Bay of Fundy, the rivers also experience an influx of water, creating a unique white water rafting experience as the river's flow reverses.
Fly from Vancouver to Halifax and trek the Cabot Trail
Canada's most scenic drive
Flying from Vancouver to Halifax is the perfect way to start your journey around Cape Breton's Cabot Trail. As the closest major airport to Cape Breton, Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) is a convenient start and end point for your Nova Scotia adventure. The 300 km (185 mile) Cabot Trail loop circles Cape Breton Island and features some of the most magnificent and beautiful landscapes Canada has to offer. Though the journey can be done in a few days, it's recommended that you set aside extra time to relax and enjoy the beauty of the Nova Scotia coastline and experience some famous East Coast hospitality along the way.
Start your trip around the trail by travelling through the town of Baddeck and be sure to stop at the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site. The famous inventor spent his final years living at his estate in Cape Breton where you will find the world's largest collection of his inventions and experiments.
A flight from Vancouver to Halifax means you can indulge in the delicious local cuisine of Nova Scotia. The Cabot trail features a host of dining experiences that make perfect stops on your journey. Make sure to also find time to stop and enjoy some of the live celtic music Cape Breton is famous for and visit the many local artisans who live and work along the trail.
While travelling the Cabot Trail why not take a trip into the past and visit the Fortress of Louisbourg, a partially-reconstructed 18th century town built upon the ruins of an abandoned settlement. While there, experience what life was like for early settlers, try shooting a musket or a cannon, play the part of a prisoner in the daily historical recreation of life in this small outpost or enjoy a walk along one of the scenic trails to take in the natural landscape.
Fly Vancouver to Halifax and be greeted by a city full of rich history and East Coast charm.
How to get to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Porter's check-in desk is located on the departures level of the airport.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is about 14 km / 8.6 mi from the Vancouver city centre.
Transportation to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
There are a few ways to get to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to catch your YVR to YHZ flight.
Taxis and ridesharing
Taxis and ride-hailing apps Uber and Lyft are available for pick-up and drop-off at the airport.
By train
Vancouver's light rail transit system connects directly from Vancouver City Centre to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). The Canada line connects travellers from downtown Vancouver to the airport in less than 30 minutes. Visit thecanadaline.com for more information about fares and schedules.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) parking
There are many parking options for travellers looking to drive to or from the Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Choose from hourly, daily, or weekly rates.
Parking can be booked online ahead of time on the Vancouver International Airport (YVR) website.
Landing in Halifax after a flight from Vancouver
There are many options for transportation to downtown Halifax from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ).
Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) is about 34 km / 21 mi from downtown Halifax.
Halifax Stanfield International Airport to downtown Halifax
Taxis and ridesharing
Taxi and ridesharing services like Uber are available for pick-up and drop-off at Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ). The designated rideshare pick-up location is located on Silver Dart Drive (the lower road), just slightly south of the Metro Transit bus stop.
Car services
Car services are available curbside in the arrivals area for all arriving flights.
Bus
Halifax Transit operates its MetroX bus service at the Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) and makes a stop in downtown Halifax. Visit halifax.ca for more information about fares and schedules.
Halifax Airport Shuttle
Seasonal shuttle bus service operates from May 1 to October 31, taking passengers from the airport to downtown Halifax.
Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) parking
There are hourly, daily and long-term parking options available at and nearby Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ). All airport parking availability is based on a first come first serve basis.
Flights may be operated by Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd or Porter Airlines Inc.
