Saint John to New York (YSJ–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
YSJ–JFK has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New York from Saint John
| Metric | YSJ→JFK | YHZ→JFK | BHB→JFK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YSJ | – | 120 mi | 135 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | ~1 | – | – |
| Flight time | 1h 14m | 2h 20m | 1h 4m |
Travel Essentials
YSJ: ADT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Saint John, it's 5:00 PM in New York.
Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
YSJ–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YSJ to JFK
Saint John Airport (YSJ) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
YSJ to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YSJ to JFK is about 1 hours 14 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 513 miles (825 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Toronto Pearson. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Halifax (YHZ), Bar Harbor (BHB) and Bangor (BGR).