The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) in Halifax, Canada is 961 kilometers (597 miles / 519 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.

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 05:10 in New York, it's 06:10 in Halifax.

The return flight from Halifax (YHZ) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 244° (west southwest). 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 Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.