The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Kirkuk Air Base (KIK) in Kirkuk, Iraq is 9,455 kilometers (5,875 miles / 5,105 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 States with Iraq. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:45 in New York, it's 12:45 in Kirkuk. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,048 feet between the two airports. Kirkuk Air Base sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport.

The return flight from Kirkuk (KIK) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 318° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Kirkuk Air Base (KIK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.