Winnipeg to New York (YWG–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

YWG Airport Page →
1,300 mi airlines charter/private
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Connecting Flight Schedule 9 1-stop flights Verified 1mo ago
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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.

Last scheduled nonstop: Aug 2026.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 9 hubs
YYZ Toronto 5h 9m ACAFAM → AFAMDL Toronto (YYZ) to New York flights
MSP Minneapolis 5h 17m AFAMDL → AMDLKE Minneapolis (MSP) to New York flights
ORD Chicago 5h 50m ACAVCM → AAASAT Chicago (ORD) to New York flights
YYC Calgary 8h 5m ACDEF8 → AAEKLA Calgary (YYC) to New York flights
DEN Denver 8h 12m ACUA → AFB6DL Denver (DEN) to New York flights
YVR Vancouver 9h 31m ACAFAI → B6 Vancouver (YVR) to New York flights
CUN Cancún 11h 43m WS → AMB6DL Cancún (CUN) to New York flights
LAS Las Vegas 14h 4m WS → AAAFAT Las Vegas (LAS) to New York flights
KEF Reykjavík ~13h 20m WS → AFDLFI Reykjavík (KEF) to New York flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Winnipeg to New York
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,300 mi 2h 32m nonstop +1h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between YWG and JFK, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Also explore Browse available seat maps YWG Routes JFK Routes YWG Live Flights JFK Live Flights YWG Delays JFK Delays
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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for YWG to JFK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~14h
Longest
YYZ ~5h 9m MSP ~5h 17m ORD ~5h 50m YYC ~8h 5m DEN ~8h 12m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
735
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
YWG → JFK
93%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
93%
Arriving
98%
Return
JFK → YWG
66%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
66%
Arriving
87%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YWG delays → JFK delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
New York is 1 hour ahead of Winnipeg.
YWG: CDT · JFK: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Winnipeg, it's 7:00 PM in New York.
Distance & Flight Time
1,300 mi / 2,093 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 32m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting from JFK

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.

New York Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

YWG–JFK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Winnipeg to New York route.
Route details
Distance1,300 mi / 2,093 km
Flight time2h 32m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: YWG
Full nameWinnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport
IATA / ICAOYWG / CYWG
TimezoneAmerica/Winnipeg
Passengers/yr4.2M
Elevation783 ft / 239 m
Destination: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr62.9M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YWG to JFK flights.
Nonstop flights from Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport take about 2h 32m gate to gate. The route covers 1,300 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Toronto Pearson, Minneapolis–Saint Paul and Chicago O'Hare.
On a single ticket, yes. Your bags are checked through to JFK and move between planes without you. On two separate tickets you collect your bags at the connecting airport and recheck them, so build in extra layover time.
New York is 1 hour ahead of Winnipeg.
Yes, return flights from JFK to YWG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from YWG to JFK

Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

YWG to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YWG to JFK is about 2 hours 32 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,300 miles (2,093 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Toronto Pearson, Minneapolis–Saint Paul and Chicago O'Hare. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.