Travelling from Glasgow to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Glasgow. Check out your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when organizing your flight from Glasgow to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ).
The timezone in Halifax is UTC-3, which is three hours behind Glasgow. Halifax Stanfield International Airport is located in Halifax.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Glasgow to YHZ.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Glasgow to YHZ with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between GLA and YHZ include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
GLA is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
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Of the departures from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
You can arrive at PIK from the centre of Glasgow in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to YHZ flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.7%.
About Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Halifax Stanfield International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YHZ instead:
Fast-track 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.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Glasgow to Halifax Stanfield International Airport flight.
Getting from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to central Halifax
Central Halifax is around 27 kilometres from Halifax Stanfield International Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
C$262 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Halifax Stanfield International Airport. Return flights start from C$558. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Glasgow to YHZ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Cheap Glasgow to Halifax Stanfield International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Glasgow to Halifax Stanfield International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ). Plan your visit to Halifax in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Glasgow to YHZ flight ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Halifax to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to Halifax Stanfield International Airport in February when temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Halifax
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Halifax Stanfield International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Halifax:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Halifax when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Halifax Citadel National Historic Site of Canada followed by Silver Sands Beach and The Halifax Public Gardens.
Explore more of Canada
Halifax has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada you'll want to see. About 161 kilometres north-west of Halifax, a visit to Moncton will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Irishtown Nature Park, Centennial Park and Acadian Museum.
Saint John is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 209 kilometres west of Halifax. No trip is complete without a visit to Reversing Falls, Port Saint John and Stonehammer Geopark.