Halifax to Philadelphia (YHZ–PHL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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YHZ–PHL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Qatar Airways and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 691 miles in approximately 2h 32m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QR Qatar Airways | 14 | E75 | 2h31-2h32 | Oneworld | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 7 | E75 | 2h32 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
YHZ: ADT · PHL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Halifax, it's 5:00 PM in Philadelphia.
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.
SEPTA Airport Line from the terminal to Center City takes 25–30 minutes ($8). Trains run every 30 minutes (5am to midnight) to 30th Street, Suburban, and Jefferson stations; all with connections to the subway and regional rail network. Buy tickets at platform machines.Taxis to Center City cost $28–35 (flat rate). Ride-shares to Center City run $22–35. For New York City, the Bolt Bus and Greyhound stop near 30th Street Station, or take NJ Transit to New York Penn Station (connecting from 30th Street). Amtrak also departs 30th Street Station for New York in 65 minutes.
Humid continental climate on the Delaware River. Winters (December–March) are cold (−2 to 5°C) with snow and ice. Philadelphia sits in the I-95 "snow corridor" and receives significant nor'easter snowfall several times per winter. PHL has solid de-icing capacity, but major storms cause multi-hour and multi-day disruptions.
Summers are hot and humid (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause frequent delays June through August. Spring and fall are transitional with variable conditions. Fog along the Delaware is occasional in fall and early winter mornings.
YHZ–PHL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YHZ to PHL
Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) are connected by nonstop service from Qatar Airways and American Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
YHZ to PHL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YHZ to PHL is about 2 hours 32 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 691 miles (1,112 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau, Boston Logan and Toronto Pearson. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.