Travelling from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Castries: what you need to know
Castries is one hour behind Halifax, where Halifax Stanfield International Airport is located. Castries follows the UTC-4 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your YHZ to Castries flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
YHZ is about 27 kilometres from central Halifax. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near YHZ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Castries or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Halifax Stanfield International Airport's on-time performance, 56.27% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Castries
$546 is currently the best price for a one-way Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Castries flight. A return flight ticket starts at $1,040. These fares may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from YHZ to Castries, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Castries is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up an epic deal.
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Airports in Castries
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) to the centre of Castries takes around 5 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 3 kilometres away.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near SLU if you have a late flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Castries. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a George F. L. Charles Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Drive A Matic, Final Rentals or Sixt to explore Castries and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from George F. L. Charles Airport around one week before your flight from YHZ to Castries can help you secure the lowest rate.
Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
Hewanorra Airport (UVF) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Castries. Once you've hopped off your flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Castries, it'll take you around 1 hour 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near UVF. Unwind and get cosy after your YHZ to Castries flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Drive A Matic, Sixt and Final Rentals make collecting a Hewanorra Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from UVF one week in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Castries
Travel to Castries during peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Castries during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Castries flight ticket with a departure in September if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from YHZ to Castries around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Castries
Start your Castries trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Castries, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Morne Fortune, Derek Walcott Square and Immaculate Conception Church are popular attractions which should be on every Castries itinerary.
