JFK
New York
United States
5,258 km
3,267 miles
LWK
Lerwick
United Kingdom
Distance
5,258 km
3,267 mi / 2,839 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
40°
northeast

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JFK LWK
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport Lerwick / Tingwall Airport
IATA Code JFK LWK
ICAO Code KJFK EGET
City New York Lerwick
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 13 ft 43 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 60.190000, -1.240000

New York (JFK) to Lerwick (LWK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) in Lerwick, United Kingdom is 5,258 kilometers (3,267 miles / 2,839 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

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 United Kingdom. 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 04:10 in New York, it's 09:10 in Lerwick. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Lerwick (LWK) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 280° (west). 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 Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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