Airport Comparison
| CBF | JFK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Council Bluffs Municipal Airport | John F Kennedy International Airport |
| IATA Code | CBF | JFK |
| ICAO Code | KCBF | KJFK |
| City | Council Bluffs | New York |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 1,245 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.260000, -95.760000 | 40.640000, -73.780000 |
Council Bluffs (CBF) to New York (JFK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Council Bluffs Municipal Airport (CBF) in Council Bluffs, United States to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 1,842 kilometers (1,145 miles / 995 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east at a heading of 85°.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 06:51 in Council Bluffs, it's 07:51 in New York.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,232 feet between the two airports. John F Kennedy International Airport sits lower than Council Bluffs Municipal Airport.
The return flight from New York (JFK) to Council Bluffs (CBF) follows a heading of 279° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Council Bluffs Municipal Airport (CBF) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.