Fort SimpsontoYellowknifeFlight Time
YFS–YZF · Nonstop
Fort Simpson (Fort Simpson Airport) to Yellowknife (Yellowknife Airport).
The estimated flight time from Fort Simpson (YFS) to Yellowknife (YZF) is about 1h 3m, covering 225 miles. Air Tindi and Canadian North fly the route nonstop with weekly departures.
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| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~1h 3m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 225 mi | Nonstop | weekly From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | Domestic |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from Fort Simpson to Yellowknife
Air Tindi and Canadian North operate weekly flights from YFS to YZF.
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Tindi | weekly | Bombardier Q400 | — |
| Canadian North | weekly | ATR 42/72 | — |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
YZF to YFS flights — 1-2/day on 2 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for YFS, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 3 scheduled departures across 1 observed day; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from Fort Simpson to Yellowknife?
The estimated flight time from Fort Simpson (YFS) to Yellowknife (YZF) is about 1h 3m, based on the 225-mile flying distance.
How far is Fort Simpson from Yellowknife?
Fort Simpson (YFS) to Yellowknife (YZF) is about 225 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from Fort Simpson to Yellowknife?
Yes. Air Tindi and Canadian North fly nonstop from Fort Simpson (YFS) to Yellowknife (YZF), with weekly departures.
Which airlines fly from Fort Simpson to Yellowknife?
Air Tindi and Canadian North fly nonstop from Fort Simpson (YFS) to Yellowknife (YZF).
What aircraft fly from Fort Simpson to Yellowknife?
The YFS–YZF route is flown with ATR 42/72, Bombardier Q400.