Halifax to London (YHZ–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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2,849 mi airlines 14/wk
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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
A33061
A3 Aegean
B38M
10:40 AM
ADT
8:35 PM
GMT
5h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AC868
AC Air Canada
7M8
11:35 AM
ADT
8:35 PM
GMT
6h
M T W T F S S
Prices
AC869
AC Air Canada
B38M
9:00 AM
GMT TT2
12:50 PM
ADT
6h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Halifax to London
2 carriers, 14 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 2,849 mi 5h 55m nonstop +3h ahead 18 1-stop hubs

YHZ–LHR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Aegean Airlines and Air Canada lead the route. The flight covers 2,849 miles in approximately 5h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 18 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop YHZ–LHR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
A3 Aegean Airlines 7 B38M 5h55 100% Star Alliance
AC Air Canada 7 7M8 6h 100% Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – AC
B38MA3
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: A3 + AC (14 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, YHZ to LHR direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YHZ to LHR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
18
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~33h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
537
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
YHZ → LHR
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Return
LHR → YHZ
51%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
51%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YHZ delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
London is 3 hours ahead of Halifax.
YHZ: ADT · LHR: GMT

When it's 6:00 PM in Halifax, it's 9:00 PM in London.
Distance & Flight Time
2,849 mi / 4,585 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 55m to 6h 0m.
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.

Getting from LHR

Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.

London Climate

Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.

YHZ–LHR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Halifax to London route.
Route details
Distance2,849 mi / 4,585 km
Flight time5h 55m to 6h
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights14 out / 7 return
1-stop connections18 hubs
Origin: YHZ
IATA / ICAOYHZ / CYHZ
TimezoneAmerica/Halifax
Passengers/yr4.2M
Elevation477 ft / 145 m
Destination: LHR
IATA / ICAOLHR / EGLL
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr83.9M
Elevation83 ft / 25 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YHZ to LHR flights.
Nonstop flights from Halifax / Stanfield International Airport to London Heathrow Airport take approximately 5h 55m to 6h. The route covers 2,849 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Aegean Airlines and Air Canada.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from YHZ to LHR. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through LTN, KEF, BRS, FRA, PHL, JFK, BOS, NAS, YOW, TPA, EWR, YYZ, YUL, MCO, YYC, CUN, MBJ and BDA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
London is 3 hours ahead of Halifax.
Yes, return flights from LHR 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 LHR

Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from Aegean Airlines and Air Canada. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

YHZ to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YHZ to LHR ranges from 5 hours 55 minutes to 6 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,849 miles (4,585 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

18 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via LTN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.