Airport Comparison
| CWF | JFK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chennault International Airport | John F Kennedy International Airport |
| IATA Code | CWF | JFK |
| ICAO Code | KCWF | KJFK |
| City | Lake Charles | New York |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 17 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.210000, -93.140000 | 40.640000, -73.780000 |
Lake Charles (CWF) to New York (JFK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chennault International Airport (CWF) in Lake Charles, United States to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 2,095 kilometers (1,302 miles / 1,131 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.
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 03:06 in Lake Charles, it's 04:06 in New York.
The return flight from New York (JFK) to Lake Charles (CWF) follows a heading of 242° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Chennault International Airport (CWF) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.