Flights from Quebec City (YQB) and Montreal (YUL) to Halifax, Canada
Here is what to know before booking a flight to Halifax from Quebec City and Montreal.
From Montreal, the best fare spotted recently to Halifax is $379 (about 35% below the typical price).
Halifax is the vibrant capital of Nova Scotia, a historic port city on Canada's Atlantic coast. Its walkable waterfront, rich maritime history, and friendly pubs give it a distinctly East Coast character. Grab a lobster roll along the boardwalk and let the harbour breeze pull you along!
When to go
Summer and early autumn are ideal, with warm days, festivals, and lively patios along the harbour. Winters are milder than inland Canada but tend to be wet and windy.
Getting there from Quebec City and Montreal
From eastern Canada, Halifax is a short hop, often nonstop from major hubs like Montreal or Toronto and one connection from smaller cities depending on your departure city. Halifax Stanfield Airport lies about 35 minutes north of downtown.
What to see and do
- Strolling the Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
- Visiting the Citadel National Historic Site
- Exploring the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
- Taking a day trip to Peggy's Cove lighthouse
Good to know before you go
The currency is the Canadian dollar and English is the main language. Downtown is compact and easily walkable, with public buses and harbour ferries to hop between Halifax and Dartmouth, and Uber is handy around town. To reach Peggy's Cove or explore the wider province a rental car helps, though under-25 surcharges are common, so organized day tours are a good car-free alternative. Parking downtown is manageable and traffic is light by big-city standards. The city is safe and welcoming.
Travel information is provided as a guide and can change. Always confirm fares, schedules and entry requirements before booking.