Flying from Vancouver to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Vancouver to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Check out your options for leaving from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Around 5 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Vancouver to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York. The city is in the UTC-4 timezone and is three hours ahead of Vancouver.
The most popular route is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). There are 6 direct services every week. JetBlue Airways operates a 10:25pm departure between YVR and JFK.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Vancouver to JFK. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Vancouver to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) depart from this terminal.
JetBlue Airways is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Vancouver to John F. Kennedy International Airport jetting out of YVR.
JetBlue Airways is the airline most travellers choose for flights from YVR to JFK.
JetBlue Airways ranks as the top on-time carrier on this route, with 91.67% of its services arriving as scheduled.
YVR is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
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71.77% of flights leaving from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in about 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
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Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The journey to YXX from the centre of Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Abbotsford Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Vancouver to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down without delays. At YXX, that figure is 67.97%.
About John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and explore beyond New York's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your Vancouver to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport to the centre of New York is around 19 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Right now, 107 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to John F. Kennedy International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 198 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Vancouver to JFK, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. May is the quietest month to go to New York. July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Vancouver to JFK plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to John F. Kennedy International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in New York right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Vancouver to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Your New York visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions you can't miss include Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of New York. Around 137 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 290 kilometres south-west of New York, Baltimore is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.