JFK
New York
United States
4,294 km
2,668 miles
YQH
Watson Lake
Canada
Distance
4,294 km
2,668 mi / 2,319 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
319°
northwest

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JFK YQH
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport Watson Lake Airport
IATA Code JFK YQH
ICAO Code KJFK CYQH
City New York Watson Lake
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Vancouver
Elevation 13 ft 2,255 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 60.120000, -128.820000

New York (JFK) to Watson Lake (YQH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Watson Lake Airport (YQH) in Watson Lake, Canada is 4,294 kilometers (2,668 miles / 2,319 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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 02:37 in New York, it's 23:37 in Watson Lake. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,242 feet between the two airports. Watson Lake Airport sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport.

The return flight from Watson Lake (YQH) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 95° (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 Watson Lake Airport (YQH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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