Direct (nonstop) flights from Fort Smith to Hay River

1 airline flys nonstop from Fort Smith (YSM) to Hay River (YHY). It's 142 miles (229 km), about 30m in the air. Operated by Air Tindi.

YSM
Fort Smith
🇨🇦 Fort Smith, Canada
YHY
Hay River
🇨🇦 Hay River, Canada
Flight Time
30m
Distance
142 mi
229 km
CO₂/pax
26 kg
−56 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air Tindi
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Tindi Air Tindi

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Tindi 8T Air Tindi
Route
YSM → YHY
Flight Time
30m
Distance
142 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Fort Smith to Hay River with one stop · direct emits 26 kg CO₂ per passenger

YSM YZF (Yellowknife) YHY
Leg 1: 40m (188 mi) Leg 2: 45m (121 mi) Total: ~1h 25m 🍃 82 kg CO₂ (+215% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YSM → YZF
40m · 188 mi
View YSM to YZF flights →
Leg 2
YZF → YHY
45m · 121 mi
View YZF to YHY flights →
YSM YEG (Edmonton) YHY
Leg 1: 1h 35m (468 mi) Leg 2: 2h (528 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 210 kg CO₂ (+708% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YSM → YEG
1h 35m · 468 mi
View YSM to YEG flights →
Leg 2
YEG → YHY
2h · 528 mi
View YEG to YHY flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Fort Smith to Hay River?

A nonstop flight from Fort Smith (YSM) to Hay River (YHY) takes approximately 0 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 142 miles (229 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Fort Smith to Hay River?

Just Air Tindi.

Is there a nonstop flight from Fort Smith to Hay River?

Yes. 1 airline: Air Tindi.

How far is Fort Smith from Hay River?

The flight distance from Fort Smith to Hay River is 142 miles (229 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Fort Smith to Hay River?

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 Fort Smith to Hay River?

Roughly 26 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 130 km.

Is the return flight from Hay River to Fort Smith 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 Fort Smith to Hay River?

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 Fort Smith for this flight?

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