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Airport Comparison
| JFK | LPB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John F Kennedy International Airport | El Alto International Airport |
| IATA Code | JFK | LPB |
| ICAO Code | KJFK | SLLP |
| City | New York | La Paz / El Alto |
| Country | United States | Bolivia |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 13,355 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.640000, -73.780000 | -16.510000, -68.190000 |
New York (JFK) to La Paz / El Alto (LPB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to El Alto International Airport (LPB) in La Paz / El Alto, Bolivia is 6,381 kilometers (3,965 miles / 3,445 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south at a heading of 174°.
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 Bolivia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:31 in New York, it's 16:31 in La Paz / El Alto.
There is a significant elevation difference of 13,342 feet between the two airports. El Alto International Airport sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from La Paz / El Alto (LPB) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 355° (north). 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 El Alto International Airport (LPB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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