Direct (nonstop) flights from Hay River to Yellowknife

2 airlines fly nonstop from Hay River (YHY) to Yellowknife (YZF). It's 121 miles (195 km), about 30m in the air. Operated by Canadian North, Air Tindi.

YHY
Hay River
🇨🇦 Hay River, Canada
YZF
Yellowknife
🇨🇦 Yellowknife, Canada
Flight Time
30m
Distance
121 mi
195 km
CO₂/pax
22 kg
−64 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Canadian North +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Canadian North Canadian North Air Tindi Air Tindi

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Canadian North 5T Canadian North
Route
YHY → YZF
Flight Time
30m
Distance
121 mi
Air Tindi 8T Air Tindi
Route
YHY → YZF
Flight Time
30m
Distance
121 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Hay River to Yellowknife with one stop · direct emits 22 kg CO₂ per passenger

YHY YSM (Fort Smith) YZF
Leg 1: 30m (142 mi) Leg 2: 40m (188 mi) Total: ~1h 10m 🍃 86 kg CO₂ (+291% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YHY → YSM
30m · 142 mi
View YHY to YSM flights →
Leg 2
YSM → YZF
40m · 188 mi
View YSM to YZF flights →
YHY YEG (Edmonton) YZF
Leg 1: 2h (528 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (634 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 240 kg CO₂ (+991% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YHY → YEG
2h · 528 mi
View YHY to YEG flights →
Leg 2
YEG → YZF
1h 45m · 634 mi
View YEG to YZF flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Hay River to Yellowknife?

A nonstop flight from Hay River (YHY) to Yellowknife (YZF) takes approximately 0 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 121 miles (195 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Hay River to Yellowknife?

2 airlines: Canadian North, Air Tindi.

Is there a nonstop flight from Hay River to Yellowknife?

Yes. 2 airlines: Canadian North, Air Tindi.

How far is Hay River from Yellowknife?

The flight distance from Hay River to Yellowknife is 121 miles (195 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Hay River to Yellowknife?

At 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Hay River to Yellowknife?

Roughly 22 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 110 km.

Is the return flight from Yellowknife to Hay River also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Hay River to Yellowknife?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Hay River for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.