How long is the flight from Nova Scotia to Illinois?

Departing from Nova Scotia to Illinois will take you 6h 28m. The distance from Nova Scotia to Illinois is about 1988 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NS to IL?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Nova Scotia to Illinois as you normally would.

Can I find deals for flights from Nova Scotia to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Nova Scotia to Illinois flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Nova Scotia to Illinois?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Nova Scotia to Illinois.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Nova Scotia to Illinois?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nova Scotia to Illinois by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nova Scotia to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 November 2026.

Sat 21/116:05 a.m. -

1 stop7h 02m

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1 stop6h 35m

Deal found 31/10C$ 589

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Deal found 30/10C$ 628

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Wed 9/1210:05 a.m. -

1 stop5h 53m

Deal found 30/10C$ 629

Sat 26/125:00 a.m. -

1 stop6h 08m

Mon 4/14:30 p.m. -

1 stop7h 28m

Deal found 1/11C$ 635

Fri 13/115:00 a.m. -

1 stop6h 23m

Tue 24/1112:50 p.m. -

2 stops9h 25m

Deal found 30/10C$ 640

Sat 21/116:30 a.m. -

2 stops13h 10m

Fri 27/1112:15 p.m. -

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Deal found 1/11C$ 643

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Deal found 31/10C$ 647

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1 stop7h 28m

Deal found 1/11C$ 650

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Round-trip from	C$ 589
One-way from	C$ 336
Popular in	November
Cheapest in	August
Average price	C$ 1,173
Good round-trip deal	C$ 820 or less

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21/11-27/11
2 total stops
13h 37m total
Nova Scotia to Illinois

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7/12-31/12
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36h 03m total
Nova Scotia to Illinois

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (C$ 187 potential increase over avg. RT price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (C$ 64 potential savings vs. average RT price).

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Fri 20/11

5:00 a.m.-9:23 a.m.

1 stop6h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 352

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Sat 20/3

7:15 a.m.-3:38 p.m.

2 stops10h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 358

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Halifax Intl

Mon 16/11

7:15 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

2 stops8h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 366

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Halifax Intl

Fri 20/11

10:00 a.m.-2:36 p.m.

1 stop6h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 380

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Halifax Intl

Mon 16/11

6:30 a.m.-1:01 p.m.

1 stop8h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 380

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Halifax Intl

Sun 14/3

1:49 p.m.-11:58 p.m.

1 stop12h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 383

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Halifax Intl

Sat 19/12

5:00 a.m.-9:08 a.m.

1 stop6h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 387

HalifaxChicago

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Halifax Intl

Sat 21/11

6:05 a.m.-11:07 a.m.

1 stop7h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/11

3:40 p.m.-12:15 a.m.

1 stop6h 35m

C$ 593

HalifaxChicago

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Halifax Intl

Tue 26/1

2:10 p.m.-6:38 p.m.

1 stop6h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 27/1

7:56 p.m.-1:24 p.m.

1 stop15h 28m

C$ 621

HalifaxChicago

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Halifax Intl

Tue 19/1

2:10 p.m.-6:38 p.m.

1 stop6h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 23/1

2:00 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

2 stops7h 55m

C$ 625

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nova Scotia to Illinois?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nova Scotia to Illinois (average of C$ 516). Flying from Nova Scotia to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 965). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Porter Airlines,WestJet, andAir Canada from Nova Scotia to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Porter Airlines

8.0

Very good

467 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

D,Sep 2026

YHM - YVR

The flight including check-in, checked baggage, boarding, flight and timing were great. My checked bag was delayed two days which was concerning. They did deliver it to my door though which was great.

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8.0

Very good

467 reviews

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8.0

Very good

467 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

D,Sep 2026

YHM - YVR

WestJet

7.2

Good

3,441 reviews

Porter Airlines

8.0

Very good

467 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

D,Sep 2026

YHM - YVR

Air Canada

7.1

Good

11,857 reviews

Porter Airlines

8.0

Very good

467 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

D,Sep 2026

YHM - YVR

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Nova Scotia to Illinois?
Departing from Nova Scotia to Illinois will take you 6h 28m. The distance from Nova Scotia to Illinois is about 1988 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
Can I find deals for flights from Nova Scotia to Illinois that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Nova Scotia to Illinois flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Nova Scotia to Illinois?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Nova Scotia to Illinois.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Nova Scotia to Illinois?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nova Scotia to Illinois by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nova Scotia to Illinois?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nova Scotia to Illinois (average of C$ 516). Flying from Nova Scotia to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 965). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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