New York to Vancouver (JFK–YVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JFK–YVR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. JetBlue leads the route. The flight covers 2,442 miles in approximately 6h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 81 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue Also: QR | 7 | 32S | 6h26 | – | QR |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Vancouver from New York
| Metric | JFK→YVR | TEB→YVR | EWR→YVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 4 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 1 | 21 |
| Flight time | 6h 25m | 5h 2m | 5h 38m |
| Departure OTP | 78% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · YVR: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 3:00 PM in Vancouver.
US passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months. No eTA is needed when arriving by air with a US passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket and proof of funds may be requested at the border.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
The Canada Line runs from the airport to Waterfront/downtown in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 on Compass card. Trains depart every 6–8 minutes from the International Terminal station (basement level). Taxis queue outside arrivals; metered fares to downtown are CAD $35–45. Uber and Lyft have a designated pick-up zone.Rental car desks are in the terminal. The VALET shuttle also connects to other transit points on Sea Island. YVR is particularly well-organised for transfers; pre-clearance facility clears U.S.-bound passengers through U.S. customs before departure.
Temperate oceanic climate. One of the mildest in Canada. Winters (November–March) are wet and overcast at 2–8°C. Snow is infrequent at sea level, but when it does fall, the city struggles and the airport can see delays. Fog in winter and early spring is a more consistent disruption risk. Summers (June–August) are warm and dry at 20–27°C with very little rain.
Wildfire smoke from BC and Alberta can reduce visibility at the airport during August and September. Pack rain gear for autumn through spring. Summers are dry and clear.
JFK–YVR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to YVR
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are connected by nonstop service from JetBlue. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
JFK to YVR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to YVR ranges from 6 hours 25 minutes to 6 hours 26 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,442 miles (3,930 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
81 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via TEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), Newark (EWR) and White Plains (HPN).