The flight distance from Arak Airport (AJK) in Araak, Iran to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 9,895 kilometers (6,148 miles / 5,343 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 Iran with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:58 in Araak, it's 23:28 in New York. With a 8.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,427 feet between the two airports. John F Kennedy International Airport sits lower than Arak Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from New York (JFK) to Araak (AJK) follows a heading of 44° (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 Arak Airport (AJK) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.