$160 Cheap flight deals from Washington (WAS) to Halifax (YHZ)

The Best DC Airports

Before you call airlines looking for flights from Washington, DC, you should check with Orbitz.com. The two major airports in DC are Washington Dulles International Airport and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Alaska Airlines, US Airways, and Frontier Airlines handle domestic flights from Ronald Reagan, while Virgin America, ExpressJet Airlines, and Colgan Air operate out of Washington Dulles. Ronald Reagan is only three miles from the downtown area, and Washington Dulles is 26 miles from downtown.

Long-Term Parking Options

The five parking lots at Ronald Reagan offer daily and hourly parking rates, and the airport charges $20 per day for parking in the long-term lots. The economy lot only charges $12 per day, but this lot is open and uncovered. Washington Dulles has two long-term parking lots that charge $17 per day and one economy lot that charges $10 per day. For $30, you can use valet parking.

Public Transportation Choices

The Metrorail and Metrobus make at least one stop at each airport every day. The stops are clearly marked around the city, and you can find maps that help you find the correct line. Taxis are not as low cost as the public transportation options because the drivers charge a pickup fee, baggage fee, fee per mile, and a fee for any time that the driver must wait.

Places to Eat

Both airports offer a range of dining options. Washington Dulles is home to Dulles to Go, Five Guys, Subway, and Wendy's, while Ronald Reagan has Dunkin' Donuts, Euro Cafe, and Jerry's Subs & Pizza. Once you have something to eat, you can browse through the sales at some of the shops surrounding the restaurants. If you want to enjoy your vacation, use Orbitz.com to look for flights from Washington DC.

Halifax Stanfield International Airport

If you're looking for cheap flights to Halifax, you can use Orbitz.com to find sales and low-cost airline tickets. The Halifax Stanfield International Airport is located at 1 Bell Blvd. in Enfield, Nova Scotia. The airport sits approximately 20 miles from downtown Halifax. Eight airlines service the airport: Air Canada, Air Saint Pierre, Continental Airlines, Delta, Porter, US Airways and WestJet.

Transportation From the Airport

You can take a taxicab from the airport into Halifax for around $50. Bus service is also available at a cost of $3.25 per trip, making it the cheapest option. However, the buses tend to get crowded. If you need a rental car during your stay, you can reserve one using Orbitz.com. The website also has packages that include rental cars and flights. Purchasing the two services together saves you money.

Climate in Halifax

Summer is considered peak travel season in Halifax. The temperatures stay in the mid-70s, and there isn't much rain. Winter temperatures average in the mid-20s. It's cold but is not as harsh as winter in other areas of Canada. The spring and fall have temperatures that average in the mid-50s. If you use Orbitz.com to book your trip during the spring or fall off-season, you'll save money.

Highlights and Attractions

Point Pleasant Park, the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic and the Citadel National Historic Site are popular attractions in Halifax. If you book your trip on Orbitz.com, you can do more than find cheap flights to Halifax; you can also purchase tickets to local attractions and make reservations for guided tours.