Airport Comparison
| JFK | LBF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John F Kennedy International Airport | North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field |
| IATA Code | JFK | LBF |
| ICAO Code | KJFK | KLBF |
| City | New York | North Platte |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 2,777 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.640000, -73.780000 | 41.130000, -100.680000 |
New York (JFK) to North Platte (LBF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field (LBF) in North Platte, United States is 2,253 kilometers (1,400 miles / 1,217 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 280°.
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 a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 09:28 in New York, it's 08:28 in North Platte.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,764 feet between the two airports. North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport.
The return flight from North Platte (LBF) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 82° (east). 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 North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field (LBF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.