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Originally Posted by marc26
do you think this is a factor?
i live in Vancouver BC, which is basically above california
now it only takes about 4hrs40min from nyc
but takes 6 hrs to LAX from nyc
someone told me because vancouver is higher up opn the hemisphere, hence, in reality, a shorter distance
seemed to make sense
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The two distances are about the same and there may be additional factors involved beside the once I would factor. (BTW I have a lot of experience in sound and acoustics, however, my knowledge in this department is only because I fly a lot and gain information as I go). The jet stream which travels mostly in an eastern direction allows for shorter flights in that direction. The jet stream is a lot stronger in Canada and the northern planes of the US, than further south. I would think that is no 1 reason. Next, I assume that the travel times you are giving are gate to gate. The airlines factor in different ground times for different airports, based on typical delays. If it on average takes 15 minutes longer in LAX from gate to wheels up than YVR then that help will account for a longer travel time. In air traffic may be a factor also, but not sure. lastly are the travel time based on the same aircraft type?