Halifax to Washington (YHZ–DCA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YHZ–DCA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 810 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 21 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 4 | E75 | 2h40 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
YHZ: ADT · DCA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Halifax, it's 5:00 PM in Washington.
Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.
The Metro station is inside Terminal B/C with covered walkway access; Terminal A requires a short outdoor walk or shuttle. Yellow and Blue line trains run to downtown DC in 15–25 minutes for $2.25–$3.85.
Taxis and Uber/Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones outside each terminal; fares to downtown run $15–30. DCA serves the National Mall area and is well-positioned for the U.S. Capitol, Pentagon, and downtown offices. International arrivals clear customs at DCA only for pre-cleared flights; most international traffic uses IAD (Dulles). Rental cars are in a consolidated facility accessible by shuttle.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and very humid at 29–34°C with frequent afternoon thunderstorms causing ground stops and airspace flow programs. The summer storm season is the primary operational disruption risk at DCA. Spring and autumn are transitional with variable conditions and occasional severe thunderstorm outbreaks.
Winters (December–February) bring cold temperatures (−2 to 7°C) with occasional snowstorms that disproportionately affect the DC area due to limited snow-removal infrastructure. Even moderate snowfall (5–10 cm) can shut regional airports for hours. Pack layers for winter; the region's storm response is notoriously inconsistent.
YHZ–DCA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YHZ to DCA
Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
YHZ to DCA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YHZ to DCA ranges from 2 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 810 miles (1,303 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
21 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via TEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.