Halifax to Edinburgh (YHZ–EDI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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WS WestJet
B38M
10:35 PM
ADT
8:05 AM+1
BST
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WS WestJet
B38M
9:25 AM
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Halifax to Edinburgh
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 2,663 mi 5h 30m nonstop +4h ahead 19 1-stop hubs

YHZ–EDI is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. WestJet leads the route. The flight covers 2,663 miles in approximately 5h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 19 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore YHZ Routes EDI Routes YHZ Live Flights EDI Live Flights YHZ Delays
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop YHZ–EDI service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
WS WestJet 3 B38M 5h30 100% – –
Aircraft on this route
B38M Boeing 737 MAX 8 – WS
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: WS (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, YHZ to EDI direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
Wed
0
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YHZ to EDI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
19
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
735
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+4h
Edinburgh is 4 hours ahead of Halifax.
YHZ: ADT · EDI: BST

When it's 6:00 PM in Halifax, it's 10:00 PM in Edinburgh.
Distance & Flight Time
2,663 mi / 4,285 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 30m.
Visa & Entry

Canadian citizens enter the United Kingdom visa-free for up to 6 months as a Standard Visitor. No eTA or advance authorization is currently required. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay. Border officers may ask for proof of return travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds. Time spent in the UK does not count toward the Schengen 90-day limit.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

YHZ–EDI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Halifax to Edinburgh route.
Route details
Distance2,663 mi / 4,285 km
Flight time5h 30m
Time difference+4 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections19 hubs
Origin: YHZ
Full nameHalifax / Stanfield International Airport
IATA / ICAOYHZ / CYHZ
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax
Passengers/yr4.2M
Elevation477 ft / 145 m
Destination: EDI
Full nameEdinburgh Airport
IATA / ICAOEDI / EGPH
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr15.8M
Elevation135 ft / 41 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YHZ to EDI flights.
Nonstop flights from Halifax / Stanfield International Airport to Edinburgh Airport take approximately 5h 30m. The route covers 2,663 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: WestJet.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from YHZ to EDI. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through KEF, YQX, BRS, LTN, BRU, JFK, FRA, BOS, PHL, BGI, MCO, IAD, CDG, LGW, EWR, YYZ, LAX, DUB and LHR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Edinburgh is 4 hours ahead of Halifax.
Yes, return flights from EDI to YHZ are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from YHZ to EDI

Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) are connected by nonstop service from WestJet. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

YHZ to EDI Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YHZ to EDI ranges from 5 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,663 miles (4,285 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

19 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via KEF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.