Flying from Calgary Airport (YYC) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Calgary Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 45 minutes.
New York is two hours ahead of Calgary and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Each week, there are seven Calgary Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your YYC to JFK flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to New York (and then discovering more of the United States!) is easy with WestJet. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Calgary Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is WestJet.
With 75.51% of its services arriving as scheduled, WestJet is the most punctual carrier offering YYC to JFK flights.
Handy information about Calgary Airport (YYC)
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Calgary Airport, 76% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Calgary Airport from central Calgary, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
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Arriving at New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Book a hotel near JFK if you're on a late Calgary Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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To get the best deal, book your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to central New York
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
From New York John F. Kennedy Airport, New York is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Calgary Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport. July is the busiest month to visit New York. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Calgary Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YYC to JFK in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.






