Cheap flights from Halifax to Toronto from C$ 87

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YHZ — YTO
2 Jun — 9 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Halifax Intl to Toronto are usually found in January or February, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Halifax to Toronto
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Halifax to Toronto. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 May 2026.

Fri 12/68:15 p.m.
YHZ
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YYZ
Nonstop2h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/67:55 p.m.
YYZ
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YHZ
Nonstop2h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 186
Thu 28/51:30 p.m.
YHZ
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YYZ
Nonstop2h 30m
WestJet
Thu 4/64:15 p.m.
YYZ
-
YHZ
Nonstop2h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 30/4C$ 188
Tue 2/68:00 a.m.
YHZ
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YTZ
1 stop7h 15m
Porter Airlines
Sat 6/65:55 p.m.
YTZ
-
YHZ
1 stop4h 49m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 188
Fri 12/66:45 p.m.
YHZ
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YYZ
1 stop4h 15m
Porter Airlines
Fri 19/66:10 p.m.
YYZ
-
YHZ
Nonstop2h 07m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 189
Thu 28/58:15 p.m.
YHZ
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YYZ
Nonstop2h 30m
WestJet
Sun 31/57:35 a.m.
YYZ
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YHZ
Nonstop2h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 30/4C$ 190
Sat 23/58:00 a.m.
YHZ
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YTZ
Nonstop2h 47m
Porter Airlines
Sat 30/56:15 p.m.
YTZ
-
YHZ
1 stop4h 32m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 1/5C$ 190
Thu 21/58:15 p.m.
YHZ
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YYZ
Nonstop2h 30m
WestJet
Sun 24/57:35 a.m.
YYZ
-
YHZ
Nonstop2h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 30/4C$ 192
Sat 30/58:00 a.m.
YHZ
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YTZ
Nonstop2h 47m
Porter Airlines
Sat 6/65:55 p.m.
YTZ
-
YHZ
1 stop4h 49m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 2/5C$ 193
Tue 19/51:30 p.m.
YHZ
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YYZ
Nonstop2h 30m
WestJet
Fri 22/57:35 a.m.
YYZ
-
YHZ
Nonstop2h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 28/4C$ 194
Thu 21/56:05 p.m.
YHZ
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YYZ
1 stop4h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/57:35 a.m.
YYZ
-
YHZ
Nonstop2h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4C$ 196
Sat 30/511:45 a.m.
YHZ
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YYZ
Nonstop2h 25m
Flair Airlines
Sun 31/57:50 a.m.
YYZ
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YHZ
Nonstop2h 10m
Flair Airlines
Deal found 30/4C$ 197
Tue 26/58:00 a.m.
YHZ
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YTZ
Nonstop2h 47m
Porter Airlines
Fri 29/59:00 a.m.
YTZ
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YHZ
Nonstop2h 24m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 30/4C$ 197

Find flight deals from Halifax to Toronto

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Halifax (YHZ) to Toronto (YTO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 3 May 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 186

One-way from

C$ 87

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 249

Good round-trip deal

C$ 215 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 120 or less
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 12/6-19/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 22m total
  • Halifax to Toronto
Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 10/6
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 24m total
  • Halifax to Toronto
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (C$ 58 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Halifax Intl to Toronto (YTO).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

HalifaxToronto

YHZ - YYZ

YHZYYZ

Halifax Intl

Wed 10/6

11:00 p.m.-12:25 a.m.

Nonstop2h 25m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 18/6

1:00 p.m.-4:10 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 205

HalifaxToronto

YHZ - YKF

YHZYKF

Halifax Intl

Mon 1/6

4:55 p.m.-6:20 p.m.

Nonstop2h 25m

Toronto Region of Waterloo Intl

Thu 4/6

7:05 p.m.-10:15 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 220

HalifaxToronto

YHZ - YKF

YHZYKF

Halifax Intl

Sat 13/6

1:55 p.m.-3:20 p.m.

Nonstop2h 25m

Toronto Region of Waterloo Intl

Tue 16/6

7:05 p.m.-10:15 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 224

HalifaxToronto

YHZ - YKF

YHZYKF

Halifax Intl

Tue 9/6

4:55 p.m.-6:20 p.m.

Nonstop2h 25m

Toronto Region of Waterloo Intl

Sun 14/6

7:05 p.m.-10:15 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 224

HalifaxToronto

YHZ - YKF

YHZYKF

Halifax Intl

Fri 29/5

4:55 p.m.-6:20 p.m.

Nonstop2h 25m

Toronto Region of Waterloo Intl

Sun 31/5

7:05 p.m.-10:15 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 236

HalifaxToronto

YHZ - YKF

YHZYKF

Halifax Intl

Fri 22/5

4:55 p.m.-6:20 p.m.

Nonstop2h 25m

Toronto Region of Waterloo Intl

Sat 23/5

4:05 p.m.-7:15 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 238

HalifaxToronto

YHZ - YKF

YHZYKF

Halifax Intl

Fri 19/6

4:55 p.m.-6:20 p.m.

Nonstop2h 25m

Toronto Region of Waterloo Intl

Mon 22/6

7:05 p.m.-10:15 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 239

HalifaxToronto

YHZ - YKF

YHZYKF

Halifax Intl

Wed 3/6

4:55 p.m.-6:20 p.m.

Nonstop2h 25m

Toronto Region of Waterloo Intl

Mon 8/6

7:05 p.m.-10:15 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 241

HalifaxToronto

YHZ - YKF

YHZYKF

Halifax Intl

Tue 26/5

4:55 p.m.-6:20 p.m.

Nonstop2h 25m

Toronto Region of Waterloo Intl

Sun 31/5

7:05 p.m.-10:15 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 242

HalifaxToronto

YHZ - YKF

YHZYKF

Halifax Intl

Mon 25/5

4:55 p.m.-6:20 p.m.

Nonstop2h 25m

Toronto Region of Waterloo Intl

Sun 31/5

7:05 p.m.-10:15 p.m.

Nonstop2h 10m

C$ 243

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Halifax to Toronto

How far ahead should I book a flight from Halifax to Toronto?

The best time to book flights from Halifax to Toronto is 83 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Halifax to Toronto?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Halifax to Toronto (average of C$ 140). Flying from Halifax to Toronto in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 356). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YHZ to YTO?

Find hourly flight availability from Halifax to Toronto. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 May 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Halifax to Toronto is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Halifax to Toronto?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Halifax to Toronto. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Halifax to Toronto flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Halifax to Toronto

Explore weekly flight availability from Halifax to Toronto. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 3 May 2026.

The most flights from YHZ to YTO are scheduled on a Saturday (61 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Halifax to Toronto?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Halifax to Toronto?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Halifax to Toronto chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Ottawa (YOW) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 69% of one-stop itineraries from Halifax to Toronto on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Halifax to Toronto?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Halifax to Toronto, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Montreal (YUL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 212.

What’s the fastest layover option from Halifax to Toronto?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Halifax to Toronto, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Montreal (YHU) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 50m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Halifax to Toronto?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Halifax to Toronto, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Montreal (YUL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 36m.

How often are flights from Halifax to Toronto delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between Halifax and Toronto have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 130 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Halifax to Toronto flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Halifax to Toronto flights?

Over the past year, WestJet has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Toronto

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Toronto. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Toronto. Reviews last updated 3 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andWestJet from Halifax to Toronto to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.

Halifax to Toronto Travel Guide

John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport is technically in Hamilton but is considered a flight to Toronto when you do a search. It’s located about 40 miles southwest of Toronto. It serves parts of southern Ontario, but also the city of Toronto. This airport takes overflow traffic from Pearson a lot of the time.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is a regional airport. It’s sitting on the Toronto Islands. The airport is the third busiest in the province of Ontario.

Pearson International Airport in Toronto is the busiest one in the city, as well as in the country. You’ll find it is only 14 miles northwest of the city’s downtown area.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Halifax to Toronto. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How can I fly sustainably from Halifax to Toronto?

    Toronto is about 787 mi from Halifax. If you are looking forward to catching a flight from Halifax to Toronto, you can do it sustainably by booking a non-stop flight. Direct flights consume less fuel compared to those having one or more stopovers. In addition, each takeoff and landing contributes to about 25% of the total carbon emissions. Therefore, the fewer landings and takeoffs during your flight, the higher the sustainability.

  • Are new aircraft operating from Halifax to Toronto more sustainable?

    Yes. Every airplane generation makes advances when it comes to fuel economy. Many new airplanes come with technologically-advanced engines and systems that help reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions. In addition, new planes come fitted with lighter equipment such as seats, doors, and luggage compartments. This reduces the overall weight of a plane which in turn reduces the strain caused by weight on the engines. If you’d like a sustainable flight, consider booking your flight with an airline featuring more modern planes.

  • What practices can I adopt to reduce my carbon footprint when flying from Halifax to Toronto?

    You can do several things to reduce the amount of carbon print you’d leave behind for this journey. Firstly, you can book your flight with sustainable airlines plying the route. Sustainable airlines have policies in place to guide passengers on ways to reduce waste disposal to the environment. You can also pack light and bring reusables. Packing light reduces the weight of luggage on a plane, while reusable products are eco-friendly.

  • What airports serve Halifax to Toronto flights?

    If you need a flight from Halifax to Toronto, you’ll be boarding your plane at Stanfield International Airport in Halifax. Then, depending on what airline you choose, you’ll land at either John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport in Hamilton close to Toronto, or you’ll fly into Billy Bishop Toronto City, or you may end up at Pearson International Airport in Toronto.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Halifax to Toronto?

    You can find direct flights from Halifax to Toronto on Swoop that go from Halifax to the Hamilton airport. Air Canada has them going from Halifax to Pearson International. WestJet also has non-stop flights from Halifax to Pearson. The flights going into Hamilton are slightly shorter at 1h 59m. The others that go to Pearson are about 2h 20m.

  • What are the stopover options between Halifax to Toronto?

    You’ll find a few different stopovers depending on the airline you go with. Porter Airlines stops in Montreal or Ottawa. Many of these are only about half-hour stopovers. There are some that are closer to two hours though. You can also find some with Porter that stop between three and four hours. Air Canada makes stops in Ottawa and Montreal as well. They have a lot of options for stopovers that are under an hour. There are also some that are a little bit more than an hour. Air Canada also has a couple of flights stopping in Moncton or Fredericton.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Halifax to Toronto?

    You do not need a passport or visa to fly this route.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Halifax to Toronto?

    Located just 26.9 km from the city centre, Halifax Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Toronto from Halifax. Booking flights from Halifax Intl (YHZ) to Toronto should be relatively easy as there are 41 daily outbound flights to Toronto from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Halifax to Toronto?

    A quick flight from Halifax to Toronto can take about 2h 25m. Flair Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 205. Halifax and Toronto are separated by a distance of 1286 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Halifax to Toronto round-trip?

    Currently priced at C$ 82, Air Transat will fly you from Halifax to Toronto and back. In addition to Air Transat, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from WestJet and Flair Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 104 and C$ 116, respectively. Air Transat is 66% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Halifax to Toronto one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Transat, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 25. Flair Airlines flights start at C$ 60 while deals on WestJet start at C$ 80 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Halifax to Toronto?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Halifax to Toronto?

    Consider XiamenAir (90%), Philippine Airlines (86%) or Korean Air (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Halifax to Toronto.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Halifax to Toronto?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 93. While the most popular route (Halifax Intl - Toronto Pearson Intl) can be booked for C$ 196 on average, our data indicates C$ 586 when flying from Halifax to Toronto.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Halifax to Toronto that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Halifax to Toronto flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Halifax to Toronto?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Halifax to Toronto?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Halifax to Toronto 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 Halifax to Toronto?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Halifax to Toronto (average of C$ 140). Flying from Halifax to Toronto in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 356). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TransatCheapestC$ 82AverageC$ 472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 104AverageC$ 321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Flair AirlinesCheapestC$ 116AverageC$ 257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 124AverageC$ 360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 169AverageC$ 361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Helpful tips for your next trip to Toronto

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Toronto. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • Flair Airlines is one of the reputable airlines servicing the Halifax to Toronto route. The airline is recognized as Canada’s most sustainable and greenest airline thanks to its fuel-efficient aircraft that have reduced carbon emissions by about 14%.
  • Toronto is one of the most sustainable cities in Canada. This is because the city continues to develop and implement environmental policies that promote sustainability. For example, the city demands that airlines contribute to reducing the carbon footprint, which will contribute to reducing carbon emissions by over 34%.
  • The Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is a sustainable airport. The airport is dedicated to achieving zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The airport has contributed to this by ensuring flights arriving at the airport are fuel-efficient and only release carbon gases within the allowable limits.

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