Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) sits about 22 miles north of downtown, farther out than most Canadian airports of its size, and the MetroX express bus or a rental car are the main ways to make the roughly 35 to 45 minute trip.
A Maritime Climate With Real Fog
Halifax’s coastal location moderates its winters compared with inland Canada, but brings frequent fog, occasional nor’easter storms, and the tail end of some Atlantic hurricanes in late summer and early fall. Summers are mild and comfortable rather than hot.
A Deep Naval and Maritime History
Home to one of the world’s largest natural harbours and a major Royal Canadian Navy base, Halifax also carries a significant Titanic history, since many victims of the disaster are buried here and the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic holds original artifacts.
Getting Around Once You Land
Halifax Transit’s buses and a harbour ferry to Dartmouth cover the city well, and the waterfront boardwalk and downtown core are compact and walkable.
Search live fares to Halifax above and pack layers for fog and shifting coastal weather regardless of season.