AIRPORTS

Airports

Halifax/Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)

Location: The airport is 22 miles (35km) north of Halifax.
Time: GMT -4 (GMT -3 from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November).
Contacts: Tel: +1 (902) 873 4422.
Getting to the city: An Airporter shuttle service serves the main hotels in the Metro Area, and a variety of other bus services connect to various destinations in the area. Taxis are available from outside the Domestic Arrivals hall.
Car rental: Seven major car rental companies are represented at the airport: Avis, Budget, Enterprise, National, Alamo, Thrifty/Dollar and Hertz.
Facilities: There are a number of shops, restaurants and cafes at the airport, including duty-free shopping, as well as Internet access and children's play areas. ATMs are available in Arrivals and Departures, and a currency exchange booth is available for international travellers. Tourist information is available in Arrivals. Disabled passengers are well catered for.
Parking: Car parking is directly outside the terminal. Long-term parking is also available.
Departure tax: None.
Website: www.hiaa.ca