AMM
Amman
Jordan
9,180 km
5,704 miles
SWF
New York
United States
Distance
9,180 km
5,704 mi / 4,957 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Amman
Heading
315°
northwest

Airport Comparison

AMM SWF
Airport Name Queen Alia International Airport New York Stewart International Airport
IATA Code AMM SWF
ICAO Code OJAI KSWF
City Amman New York
Country Jordan United States
Timezone Asia/Amman America/New_York
Elevation 2,395 ft 491 ft
Coordinates 31.720000, 35.990000 41.500000, -74.100000

Amman (AMM) to New York (SWF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) in New York, United States is 9,180 kilometers (5,704 miles / 4,957 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 Jordan 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 03:31 in Amman, it's 19:31 in New York. With a 8-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 1,904 feet between the two airports. New York Stewart International Airport sits lower than Queen Alia International Airport.

The return flight from New York (SWF) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 54° (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 Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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