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Atlantic Canada's busiest international gateway.
Opened
1960
Location
Halifax, Canada
Halifax / Stanfield International Airport is the largest airport in Atlantic Canada, serving the Halifax Regional Municipality and the broader Maritime provinces. It handles millions of passengers annually and offers non-stop connections to destinations across Canada, the United States, Europe, and the Caribbean.
The airport is named in honor of Robert Stanfield, a former Nova Scotia Premier and federal Conservative Party leader. It is operated by the Halifax International Airport Authority, a not-for-profit corporation established in 1999 when it took over management from Transport Canada.
YHZ plays a critical role in the regional economy, supporting tourism, trade, and business connectivity for Nova Scotia and neighboring provinces. Its runway infrastructure accommodates wide-body intercontinental aircraft, enabling long-haul flights to the United Kingdom and other transatlantic destinations.
Terminals
The airport operates a single integrated terminal building with both domestic and international processing facilities under one roof.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include taxi, rideshare services, and the Airporter shuttle bus connecting the airport to downtown Halifax approximately 35 kilometres away; no direct rail link exists.
Airlines here
Major carriers include Air Canada, WestJet, Porter Airlines, and international operators such as Air Transat and British Airways serving seasonal or year-round routes.
Notable facts
- ›Named after Robert Stanfield, former Premier of Nova Scotia and federal Conservative leader.
- ›Operated by the Halifax International Airport Authority since 1999.
- ›The busiest airport in Atlantic Canada by passenger volume.
- ›Capable of handling wide-body aircraft on transatlantic routes, including flights to London Heathrow.
- ›Located in Enfield, Nova Scotia, approximately 35 km north of downtown Halifax.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
