Airport Comparison
| FRA | JFK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Frankfurt am Main International Airport | John F Kennedy International Airport |
| IATA Code | FRA | JFK |
| ICAO Code | EDDF | KJFK |
| City | Frankfurt am Main | New York |
| Country | Germany | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 364 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.030000, 8.540000 | 40.640000, -73.780000 |
Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to New York (JFK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 6,188 kilometers (3,845 miles / 3,341 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.
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 Germany 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 05:32 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 23:32 in New York. With a 6-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 Frankfurt am Main (FRA) follows a heading of 50° (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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.