How long is the flight from South Africa to Nova Scotia?

There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Nova Scotia in 32h 38m. Fly via Emirates or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from South Africa to Nova Scotia is about 12033 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nova Scotia ranges from 92.0 - 141.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 141.0 mm. August is typically the driest time to visit Nova Scotia when rainfall is around 92.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nova Scotia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 19.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Nova Scotia that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Nova Scotia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Nova Scotia?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Nova Scotia.

Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Nova Scotia?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Nova Scotia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

R11 198+ Cheap Flights from South Africa to Nova Scotia

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Nova Scotia

Round-trip from	R26 352
One-way from	R11 198
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R22 568

Emirates
4/2-8/2
4 total stops
66h 21m total
South Africa to Nova Scotia

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2/3
2 total stops
29h 31m total
South Africa to Nova Scotia

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R9 138 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R16 646 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Nova Scotia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Nova Scotia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 October 2025.

Thu 20/1113:40CPT - YQM

2 stops38h 33mEmirates

Mon 24/116:30YQM - CPT

2 stops28h 15mEmirates

Deal found 28/10R30 549

Best flights from South Africa to Nova Scotia
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Africa to Nova Scotia that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 29 October 2025.

Wed 4/210:25JNB - YHZ

2 stops34h 46mEmirates

Sun 8/27:00YHZ - JNB

2 stops31h 35mEmirates

Deal found 28/10R26 352

Wed 4/218:45CPT - YHZ

2 stops32h 38mUnited Airlines

Sun 8/215:15YHZ - CPT

1 stop20h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 28/10R32 028

Wed 4/213:40CPT - YHZ

2 stops31h 31mEmirates

Sun 8/26:00YHZ - CPT

2 stops47h 40mEmirates

Deal found 28/10R28 863

Wed 4/219:45JNB - YHZ

2 stops31h 38mUnited Airlines

Sun 8/215:15YHZ - JNB

1 stop21h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 27/10R32 080

Thu 20/1113:40CPT - YQM

2 stops38h 33mEmirates

Mon 24/116:30YQM - CPT

2 stops28h 15mEmirates

Deal found 28/10R30 549

Fri 13/220:50CPT - YYG

2 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines

Tue 17/25:05YYG - CPT

2 stops30h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 28/10R39 132

One-way flights from South Africa to Nova Scotia
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Mon 2/320:20JNB - YHZ

2 stops29h 31mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/10R11 198

Mon 2/312:35CPT - YHZ

2 stops37h 16mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/10R13 090

Fri 12/1223:00JNB - YHZ

3 stops56h 42mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/10R14 930

Mon 2/322:00JNB - YHZ

1 stop22h 14mUnited Airlines

Deal found 28/10R19 988

Sun 15/321:45JNB - YHZ

3 stops51h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/10R40 061

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JohannesburgHalifax

JNB - YHZ

JNBYHZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

10:25-15:11

2 stops34h 46m

Halifax Intl

Sun 8/2

7:00-20:35

2 stops31h 35m

R26 352

Cape TownHalifax

CPT - YHZ

CPTYHZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

13:40-15:11

2 stops31h 31m

Halifax Intl

Sun 8/2

6:00-11:40

2 stops47h 40m

R28 863

Cape TownMoncton

CPT - YQM

CPTYQM

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/11

13:40-22:13

2 stops38h 33m

Moncton Intl

Mon 24/11

6:30-16:45

2 stops28h 15m

R30 549

Cape TownHalifax

CPT - YHZ

CPTYHZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/2

18:45-21:23

2 stops32h 38m

Halifax Intl

Sun 8/2

15:15-18:00

1 stop20h 45m

R32 028

JohannesburgHalifax

JNB - YHZ

JNBYHZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

19:45-21:23

2 stops31h 38m

Halifax Intl

Sun 8/2

15:15-18:35

1 stop21h 20m

R32 080

Cape TownCharlottetown

CPT - YYG

CPTYYG

Cape Town Intl

Fri 13/2

20:50-17:50

2 stops27h 00m

Charlottetown

Tue 17/2

5:05-18:00

2 stops30h 55m

R39 132

JohannesburgHalifax

JNB - YHZ

JNBYHZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

20:20-19:51

2 stops29h 31m

R11 198

Cape TownHalifax

CPT - YHZ

CPTYHZ

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/3

12:35-19:51

2 stops37h 16m

R13 090

JohannesburgHalifax

JNB - YHZ

JNBYHZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/12

21:45-1:42

2 stops57h 57m

R16 754

JohannesburgHalifax

JNB - YHZ

JNBYHZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/3

22:00-14:14

1 stop22h 14m

R19 988

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Nova Scotia?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Nova Scotia (average of R15 446). Flying from South Africa to Nova Scotia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R26 524). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to NS?

When flying from South Africa to Nova Scotia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 32% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nova Scotia

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Nova Scotia, such as Emirates, United Airlines, andLufthansa. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 394 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 394 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 394 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

United Airlines

7,4

Good

9 001 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 394 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Lufthansa

6,8

Okay

7 540 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 394 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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How long is the flight from South Africa to Nova Scotia?
There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Nova Scotia in 32h 38m. Fly via Emirates or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from South Africa to Nova Scotia is about 12033 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Nova Scotia that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Nova Scotia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Nova Scotia?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Nova Scotia.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Nova Scotia?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Nova Scotia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Nova Scotia?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Nova Scotia (average of R15 446). Flying from South Africa to Nova Scotia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R26 524). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from South Africa to Nova Scotia

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Lufthansa	CheapestR15 961	AverageR23 427	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
United Airlines	CheapestR16 650	AverageR20 763	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Emirates	CheapestR23 665	AverageR25 917	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Nova Scotia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 October 2025.

Reviews of airlines servicing Nova Scotia

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Nova Scotia, such as Emirates, United Airlines, andLufthansa. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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