The flight distance from Arorae Island Airport (AIS) in Arorae Island, Kiribati to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 11,828 kilometers (7,349 miles / 6,386 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:56 in Arorae Island, it's 17:56 in New York. With a 16-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from New York (JFK) to Arorae Island (AIS) follows a heading of 281° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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