Vancouver to New York (YVR–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YVR–JFK is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. JetBlue leads the route. The flight covers 2,442 miles in approximately 5h 29m. Beyond nonstop, 83 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue Also: QR | 7 | 32S | 5h29 | – | QR |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
YVR: PDT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 9:00 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.
The Canada Line SkyTrain connects Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver to the airport in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 (Compass card, add-fare zone from zone 2). Trains run every 6–8 minutes from 05:00 to 01:00.Taxis to the airport from downtown cost CAD $35–45; Uber and Lyft operate from a designated ride-share zone at the Domestic and International terminals. Driving via Highway 99 South takes 20–35 minutes in normal traffic; budget more during evening rush on the Oak Street Bridge approach.
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.
YVR–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YVR to JFK
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from JetBlue. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
YVR to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YVR to JFK ranges from 5 hours 29 minutes to 5 hours 33 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
83 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.