BFS
Belfast
United Kingdom
5,078 km
3,155 miles
JFK
New York
United States
Distance
5,078 km
3,155 mi / 2,742 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/London
Heading
281°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

BFS JFK
Airport Name Belfast International Airport John F Kennedy International Airport
IATA Code BFS JFK
ICAO Code EGAA KJFK
City Belfast New York
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/New_York
Elevation 268 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 54.660000, -6.220000 40.640000, -73.780000

Belfast (BFS) to New York (JFK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Belfast International Airport (BFS) in Belfast, United Kingdom to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 5,078 kilometers (3,155 miles / 2,742 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 281°.

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 07:15 in Belfast, it's 02:15 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 Belfast (BFS) follows a heading of 48° (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 Belfast International Airport (BFS) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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