Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ): what you need to know
Halifax is three hours behind Manchester and follows the UTC-3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAN to YHZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MAN and YHZ:
Dublin Airport
London Heathrow Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
C$303 is the best price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport flight. A return flight starts at C$656. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAN to YHZ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, 59.39% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to MAN:
Arriving at Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
If you're arriving on a late Manchester Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near YHZ:
Grab a Halifax Stanfield International Airport rental car and discover Halifax and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Hertz and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Halifax Stanfield International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to central Halifax
Halifax Stanfield International Airport to central Halifax has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Halifax in February.
When booking your flight from Manchester Airport to Halifax Stanfield International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Halifax, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAN to YHZ sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Halifax, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Travel about 177 kilometres north-west to Moncton to check off its leading attractions. From Parc Magnetic Hill Estates Park to Tidal Bore and Magnetic Hill Zoo, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Canada, head for Sydney, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of Halifax. Cossit House Museum, Membertou Heritage Park and Jost House Museum are among its highlights.