Direct (nonstop) flights from Yellowknife to Edmonton

4 airlines fly nonstop from Yellowknife (YZF) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG). It's 634 miles (1,021 km), about 1h 43m in the air. Operated by Air North, Canadian North, Air Canada and others.

YZF
Yellowknife
🇨🇦 Yellowknife, Canada
YEG
Edmonton International Airport
🇨🇦 Edmonton, Canada
Flight Time
1h 43m
Distance
634 mi
1,021 km
CO₂/pax
117 kg
−30 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Air North +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air North Air North Canadian North Canadian North Air Canada Air Canada WestJet WestJet

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air North 4N Air North
Route
YZF → YEG
Flight Time
1h 43m
Distance
634 mi
Canadian North 5T Canadian North
Route
YZF → YEG
Flight Time
1h 43m
Distance
634 mi
Air Canada AC Air Canada
Route
YZF → YEG
Flight Time
1h 43m
Distance
634 mi
WestJet WS WestJet
Route
YZF → YEG
Flight Time
1h 43m
Distance
634 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Yellowknife to Edmonton with one stop · direct emits 117 kg CO₂ per passenger

YZF YSM (Fort Smith) YEG
Leg 1: 40m (188 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (468 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 147 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YZF → YSM
40m · 188 mi
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Leg 2
YSM → YEG
1h 35m · 468 mi
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YZF YHY (Hay River) YEG
Leg 1: 45m (121 mi) Leg 2: 2h (528 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 145 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YZF → YHY
45m · 121 mi
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Leg 2
YHY → YEG
2h · 528 mi
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YZF YYC (Calgary) YEG
Leg 1: 2h 15m (784 mi) Leg 2: 1h (151 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 198 kg CO₂ (+69% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YZF → YYC
2h 15m · 784 mi
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Leg 2
YYC → YEG
1h · 151 mi
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YZF YXY (Whitehorse) YEG
Leg 1: 1h 55m (688 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (953 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 313 kg CO₂ (+168% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YZF → YXY
1h 55m · 688 mi
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Leg 2
YXY → YEG
2h 15m · 953 mi
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YZF YVR (Vancouver) YEG
Leg 1: 2h 45m (977 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (503 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 283 kg CO₂ (+142% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YZF → YVR
2h 45m · 977 mi
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Leg 2
YVR → YEG
1h 35m · 503 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Yellowknife to Edmonton?

A nonstop flight from Yellowknife (YZF) to Edmonton (YEG) takes approximately 1 hours and 43 minutes. The distance is 634 miles (1,021 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Yellowknife to Edmonton?

4 airlines: Air North, Canadian North, Air Canada, WestJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Yellowknife to Edmonton?

Yes. 4 airlines: Air North, Canadian North, Air Canada, WestJet.

How far is Yellowknife from Edmonton?

The flight distance from Yellowknife to Edmonton is 634 miles (1,021 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Yellowknife to Edmonton?

At 1h 43m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 117 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 585 km.

Is the return flight from Edmonton to Yellowknife 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 Yellowknife to Edmonton?

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 Yellowknife for this flight?

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