Dulles to Halifax (IAD–YHZ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAD–YHZ is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. GAF and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 825 miles in approximately 2h 26m. Beyond nonstop, 53 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GAF GAF | 1 | – | – | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 1 | E7W | 2h26 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Halifax from Dulles
| Metric | IAD→YHZ | DCA→YHZ |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAD | – | 23 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | 2 |
| Flight time | 2h 26m | 2h 29m |
| Departure OTP | 80% | – |
Travel Essentials
IAD: EDT · YHZ: ADT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 7:00 PM in Halifax.
US passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months. No eTA is needed when arriving by air with a US passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket and proof of funds may be requested at the border.
WMATA Silver Line Metro now reaches Dulles directly; take Silver Line to Washington Dulles Airport station (about 65 min from Metro Center, ~$7). The connection opened in late 2022.Ride-shares from downtown DC run $35–60 and take 35–50 minutes via I-66 (longer during peak hours). Washington Flyer coach to Wiehle-Reston East Metro costs $6. The airport is 27 miles from downtown; taxis are expensive ($60–80).
IAD–YHZ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAD to YHZ
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) are connected by nonstop service from GAF and United Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IAD to YHZ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAD to YHZ ranges from 2 hours 26 minutes. The route covers a distance of 825 miles (1,327 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
53 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via HPN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Washington (DCA).