AEY
Akureyri
Iceland
4,412 km
2,742 miles
JFK
New York
United States
Distance
4,412 km
2,742 mi / 2,382 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Atlantic/Reykjavik
Heading
259°
west

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AEY JFK
Airport Name Akureyri Airport John F Kennedy International Airport
IATA Code AEY JFK
ICAO Code BIAR KJFK
City Akureyri New York
Country Iceland United States
Timezone Atlantic/Reykjavik America/New_York
Elevation 6 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 65.660000, -18.070000 40.640000, -73.780000

Akureyri (AEY) to New York (JFK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Akureyri Airport (AEY) in Akureyri, Iceland to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 4,412 kilometers (2,742 miles / 2,382 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west at a heading of 259°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Iceland with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:47 in Akureyri, it's 00:47 in New York. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from New York (JFK) to Akureyri (AEY) follows a heading of 32° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Akureyri Airport (AEY) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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