Halifax

Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ).

Airport taxis & transfers to Halifax and Nova Scotia

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--:--Toronto YYZAC601 · Air CanadaBoarding
--:--Montréal YULWS452 · WestJetOn Time
--:--Ottawa YOWPD842 · Porter AirlinesOn Time
--:--St. John's YYTAC7412 · Air CanadaOn Time
--:--Boston BOSAC8916 · Air CanadaDeparted
--:--Calgary YYCWS288 · WestJetOn Time
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Getting here

Getting to and from Halifax Airport

Every way to reach downtown Halifax and the rest of Nova Scotia — taxi, private transfer, shuttle bus, car rental and parking. YHZ sits about 35 km (a 35–40 min drive) from downtown Halifax.

Taxi & Transfer

Flat-rate airport taxis and pre-booked private transfers straight to your door

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Shuttle & Bus

MetroX Route 320 city bus and private shuttles to downtown Halifax and Dartmouth

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Car Rental

Rental desks inside the terminal — the easiest way to explore Nova Scotia

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Parking

Short- and long-stay parking next to the terminal, book online

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Airport transfer

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Skip the taxi line. Compare private transfers and airport taxis to downtown Halifax, Dartmouth and across Nova Scotia — a fixed fare, door-to-door, with your driver waiting at arrivals.

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Halifax Stanfield at a glance.

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Frequently asked questions.

How far is Halifax Stanfield Airport from downtown Halifax?
About 35 km north of the city centre, roughly a 30–40 minute drive depending on traffic and weather.
How do I get from the airport into Halifax?
By licensed taxi or limo at a set rate, a pre-booked private transfer, a rental car, a hotel shuttle, or the Halifax Transit public bus. There is no train to the airport.
What currency is used at Halifax Airport?
The Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards are widely accepted, and ATMs are available in the terminal.
Is there a public bus to Halifax Stanfield Airport?
Yes. Halifax Transit runs a public bus between the airport and the city. It is the budget option, with limited frequency and limited luggage space.