Airport Comparison
| JFK | YEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John F Kennedy International Airport | Elliot Lake Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | JFK | YEL |
| ICAO Code | KJFK | CYEL |
| City | New York | Elliot Lake |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 1,087 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.640000, -73.780000 | 46.350000, -82.560000 |
New York (JFK) to Elliot Lake (YEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Elliot Lake Municipal Airport (YEL) in Elliot Lake, Canada is 950 kilometers (590 miles / 513 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 22:28 in New York, it's 22:28 in Elliot Lake.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,074 feet between the two airports. Elliot Lake Municipal Airport sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport.
The return flight from Elliot Lake (YEL) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 129° (southeast). 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 Elliot Lake Municipal Airport (YEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.