Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ): what you need to know
Halifax's timezone is UTC-3, which makes Halifax one hour ahead of Durham.
To ensure you catch your RDU to YHZ flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between RDU and YHZ:
Philadelphia International Airport
Pearson International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
Right now, 109 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 271 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RDU to YHZ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from RDU to YHZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from RDU land on schedule 80.09% of the time.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near RDU? If you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YHZ instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Halifax Stanfield International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Hertz or Alamo and explore beyond Halifax's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Halifax Stanfield International Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to central Halifax
Halifax Stanfield International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Halifax. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Halifax based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Halifax is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Book your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RDU to YHZ in February. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Halifax has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres north-west of Halifax, a trip to Moncton will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Parc Magnetic Hill Estates Park, Tidal Bore and Magnetic Hill Zoo.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Canada, consider Sydney, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of Halifax. Cossit House Museum, Membertou Heritage Park and Jost House Museum are key reasons to visit.
