GUA
Guatemala City
Guatemala
3,321 km
2,064 miles
JFK
New York
United States
Distance
3,321 km
2,064 mi / 1,793 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Guatemala
Heading
26°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

GUA JFK
Airport Name La Aurora Airport John F Kennedy International Airport
IATA Code GUA JFK
ICAO Code MGGT KJFK
City Guatemala City New York
Country Guatemala United States
Timezone America/Guatemala America/New_York
Elevation 4,952 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 14.580000, -90.530000 40.640000, -73.780000

Guatemala City (GUA) to New York (JFK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from La Aurora Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City, Guatemala to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 3,321 kilometers (2,064 miles / 1,793 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

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 an international route connecting Guatemala with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:25 in Guatemala City, it's 02:25 in New York.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,939 feet between the two airports. John F Kennedy International Airport sits lower than La Aurora Airport.

The return flight from New York (JFK) to Guatemala City (GUA) follows a heading of 214° (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 La Aurora Airport (GUA) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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