Airport Comparison
| BFI | JFK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Boeing Field/King County International Airport | John F Kennedy International Airport |
| IATA Code | BFI | JFK |
| ICAO Code | KBFI | KJFK |
| City | Seattle | New York |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 22 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.530000, -122.300000 | 40.640000, -73.780000 |
Seattle (BFI) to New York (JFK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI) in Seattle, United States to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 3,885 kilometers (2,414 miles / 2,098 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 83°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 3-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 12:08 in Seattle, it's 15:08 in New York. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from New York (JFK) to Seattle (BFI) follows a heading of 298° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.