How long is the flight from South Africa to Nova Scotia?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in South Africa, such as Johannesburg OR Tambo or Cape Town Intl, and flying into Nova Scotia, then you can expect flight times to average 50h 21m and 34h 11m, respectively.

R25 325 Cheap Flights to Nova Scotia in 2025/26

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Delta

Feb 5

CPT

34h 11m

2 stops

YHZ

Feb 9

YHZ

31h 15m

2 stops

CPT

R25 325

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Delta

Feb 5

CPT

34h 11m

2 stops

YHZ

Feb 9

YHZ

31h 15m

2 stops

CPT

R25 359

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Emirates

Feb 4

JNB

50h 21m

2 stops

YHZ

Feb 8

YHZ

33h 00m

2 stops

JNB

R25 667

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Emirates

Feb 4

JNB

42h 05m

2 stops

YHZ

Feb 8

YHZ

29h 00m

2 stops

JNB

R25 684

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Emirates

Feb 4

JNB

42h 05m

2 stops

YHZ

Feb 8

YHZ

33h 00m

2 stops

JNB

R25 854

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Emirates

Feb 4

CPT

31h 31m

2 stops

YHZ

Feb 8

YHZ

29h 10m

2 stops

CPT

R28 363

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United Airlines

Feb 4

JNB

31h 38m

2 stops

YHZ

Feb 8

YHZ

21h 20m

1 stop

JNB

R31 623

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United Airlines

Feb 4

JNB

31h 38m

2 stops

YHZ

Feb 8

YHZ

21h 20m

1 stop

JNB

R31 674

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United Airlines

Feb 4

CPT

32h 38m

2 stops

YHZ

Feb 8

YHZ

20h 45m

1 stop

CPT

R31 861

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United Airlines

Feb 4

JNB

31h 38m

2 stops

YHZ

Feb 8

YHZ

21h 20m

1 stop

JNB

R31 861

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21:30 - 1:41CPT-YHZ

34h 11m2 stops

6:00 - 19:15YHZ-CPT

31h 15m2 stops

R25 325Delta

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Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9

21:30 - 1:41CPT-YHZ

34h 11m2 stops

6:00 - 19:15YHZ-CPT

31h 15m2 stops

R25 359Delta

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Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9

18:50 - 15:11JNB-YHZ

50h 21m2 stops

5:35 - 20:35YHZ-JNB

33h 00m2 stops

R25 667Emirates

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Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

13:25 - 1:30JNB-YHZ

42h 05m2 stops

5:35 - 16:35YHZ-JNB

29h 00m2 stops

R25 684Emirates

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Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

13:25 - 1:30JNB-YHZ

42h 05m2 stops

5:35 - 20:35YHZ-JNB

33h 00m2 stops

R25 854Emirates

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Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

13:40 - 17:03CPT-YQM

33h 23m2 stops

5:10 - 11:40YQM-CPT

48h 30m2 stops

R27 697Emirates

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Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17

19:45 - 21:23JNB-YHZ

31h 38m2 stops

15:15 - 18:35YHZ-JNB

21h 20m1 stop

R31 623United Airlines

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Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

19:45 - 21:23JNB-YHZ

31h 38m2 stops

15:15 - 18:35YHZ-JNB

21h 20m1 stop

R31 674United Airlines

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Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

18:45 - 21:23CPT-YHZ

32h 38m2 stops

15:15 - 18:00YHZ-CPT

20h 45m1 stop

R31 861United Airlines

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Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

19:45 - 21:23JNB-YHZ

31h 38m2 stops

15:15 - 18:35YHZ-JNB

21h 20m1 stop

R31 861United Airlines

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Return

Price

Cape TownHalifax

CPT - YHZ

CPTYHZ

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

21:30-1:41

2 stops34h 11m

Halifax Intl

Mon 9/2

6:00-19:15

2 stops31h 15m

R25 325

Cape TownHalifax

CPT - YHZ

CPTYHZ

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

21:30-1:41

2 stops34h 11m

Halifax Intl

Mon 9/2

6:00-19:15

2 stops31h 15m

R25 359

JohannesburgHalifax

JNB - YHZ

JNBYHZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

18:50-15:11

2 stops50h 21m

Halifax Intl

Sun 8/2

5:35-20:35

2 stops33h 00m

R25 667

JohannesburgHalifax

JNB - YHZ

JNBYHZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

13:25-1:30

2 stops42h 05m

Halifax Intl

Sun 8/2

5:35-16:35

2 stops29h 00m

R25 684

JohannesburgHalifax

JNB - YHZ

JNBYHZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

13:25-1:30

2 stops42h 05m

Halifax Intl

Sun 8/2

5:35-20:35

2 stops33h 00m

R25 854

Cape TownMoncton

CPT - YQM

CPTYQM

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

13:40-17:03

2 stops33h 23m

Moncton Intl

Tue 17/2

5:10-11:40

2 stops48h 30m

R27 697

JohannesburgHalifax

JNB - YHZ

JNBYHZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

19:45-21:23

2 stops31h 38m

Halifax Intl

Sun 8/2

15:15-18:35

1 stop21h 20m

R31 623

JohannesburgHalifax

JNB - YHZ

JNBYHZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

19:45-21:23

2 stops31h 38m

Halifax Intl

Sun 8/2

15:15-18:35

1 stop21h 20m

R31 674

Cape TownHalifax

CPT - YHZ

CPTYHZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

18:45-21:23

2 stops32h 38m

Halifax Intl

Sun 8/2

15:15-18:00

1 stop20h 45m

R31 861

JohannesburgHalifax

JNB - YHZ

JNBYHZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

19:45-21:23

2 stops31h 38m

Halifax Intl

Sun 8/2

15:15-18:35

1 stop21h 20m

R31 861

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Nova Scotia flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nova Scotia?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Nova Scotia. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R20 390. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Nova Scotia on Friday is R25 823.

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Summary info about Nova Scotia flight prices, duration and airlines

Best Round-Trip Price	R25 325
Fastest flight time	27h 00m
Popular in	December

The best round-trip flight price to Nova Scotia from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R25 325 (Cape Town Intl to Halifax Intl).

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The fastest flight to Nova Scotia from South Africa takes 27h 00m (Cape Town Intl to Charlottetown).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Nova Scotia, with a 5% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Nova Scotia

What is the cheapest flight I can find to Nova Scotia?

The average flight to Nova Scotia costs R5 967/per person and the cheapest flight to Nova Scotia is R1 996/per person. This price varies based on a multitude of factors such as departure airport, airline, time of booking and when you plan on travelling.

What is the best airport to fly into to visit Halifax?

Halifax is about 80% more popular to visit than any other city in Nova Scotia, according to momondo users. When visiting Halifax, it is recommended to fly into Halifax Airport, where you can typically get the cheapest prices and the most convenient travel options into the city.

What is the weather like in Nova Scotia?

The temperatures in Nova Scotia range from 23 °F to 66,2 °F depending on the time of year. The warmest month in Nova Scotia is August, and the coldest month in Nova Scotia is January. Those looking for a drier month during their visit should travel during the months of August, July, or July, when rain is least likely compared to the rest of the year.

Which airlines fly to Nova Scotia?

Lufthansa, United Airlines and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Nova Scotia according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Nova Scotia. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Nova Scotia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Nova Scotia?

Flying to Nova Scotia on a Tuesday or Wednesday is your best option since this is when flight prices tend to be at their lowest for the week. The most expensive day of the week to fly to Nova Scotia is on a Friday.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Nova Scotia?

Prices for flights to Nova Scotia were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Nova Scotia?

There are 3 operators available for flights to Nova Scotia as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Nova Scotia?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Nova Scotia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nova Scotia?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Nova Scotia may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nova Scotia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Can I find flights to Nova Scotia with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Nova Scotia on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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