JFK
New York
United States
5,404 km
3,358 miles
LIS
Lisbon
Portugal
Distance
5,404 km
3,358 mi / 2,918 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
70°
east northeast

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JFK LIS
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport Lisbon Portela Airport
IATA Code JFK LIS
ICAO Code KJFK LPPT
City New York Lisbon
Country United States Portugal
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Lisbon
Elevation 13 ft 374 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 38.780000, -9.140000

New York (JFK) to Lisbon (LIS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) in Lisbon, Portugal is 5,404 kilometers (3,358 miles / 2,918 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:46 in New York, it's 04:46 in Lisbon. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Lisbon (LIS) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 294° (west 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 Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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