The flight distance from Ifuru Airport (IFU) in Ifuru, Maldives to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 13,849 kilometers (8,605 miles / 7,478 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.

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 Maldives 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 07:51 in Ifuru, it's 22:51 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 Ifuru (IFU) follows a heading of 41° (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 Ifuru Airport (IFU) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.