The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Yakushima Airport (KUM) in Yakushima Airport, Japan is 11,726 kilometers (7,286 miles / 6,331 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.

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 Japan. 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 20:09 in New York, it's 10:09 in Yakushima Airport. With a 14-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 Yakushima Airport (KUM) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 19° (north 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 John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Yakushima Airport (KUM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.