BEX
Benson
United Kingdom
5,493 km
3,413 miles
JFK
New York
United States
Distance
5,493 km
3,413 mi / 2,966 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
287°
west northwest

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BEX JFK
Airport Name RAF Benson John F Kennedy International Airport
IATA Code BEX JFK
ICAO Code EGUB KJFK
City Benson New York
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/New_York
Elevation 226 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 51.620000, -1.100000 40.640000, -73.780000

Benson (BEX) to New York (JFK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from RAF Benson (BEX) in Benson, United Kingdom to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 5,493 kilometers (3,413 miles / 2,966 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.

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 United Kingdom 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 08:34 in Benson, it's 03:34 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 Benson (BEX) follows a heading of 51° (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 RAF Benson (BEX) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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