JFK
New York
United States
4,182 km
2,599 miles
YAL
Alert Bay
Canada
Distance
4,182 km
2,599 mi / 2,258 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
304°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

JFK YAL
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport Alert Bay Airport
IATA Code JFK YAL
ICAO Code KJFK CYAL
City New York Alert Bay
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Vancouver
Elevation 13 ft 240 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 50.580000, -126.920000

New York (JFK) to Alert Bay (YAL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Alert Bay Airport (YAL) in Alert Bay, Canada is 4,182 kilometers (2,599 miles / 2,258 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 304°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:42 in New York, it's 23:42 in Alert Bay. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Alert Bay (YAL) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 84° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Alert Bay Airport (YAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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