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.