Airport Comparison
| DWC | JFK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Al Maktoum International Airport | John F Kennedy International Airport |
| IATA Code | DWC | JFK |
| ICAO Code | OMDW | KJFK |
| City | Jebel Ali | New York |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 114 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.900000, 55.160000 | 40.640000, -73.780000 |
Jebel Ali (DWC) to New York (JFK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 11,021 kilometers (6,848 miles / 5,951 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.
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 United Arab Emirates with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:37 in Jebel Ali, it's 03:37 in New York. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from New York (JFK) to Jebel Ali (DWC) follows a heading of 46° (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 Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.