The flight distance from Baidoa Airport (BIB) in Baidoa, Somalia to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 12,040 kilometers (7,481 miles / 6,501 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, 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 Somalia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:00 in Baidoa, it's 02:00 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 1,807 feet between the two airports. John F Kennedy International Airport sits lower than Baidoa Airport.

The return flight from New York (JFK) to Baidoa (BIB) follows a heading of 69° (east 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 Baidoa Airport (BIB) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.