The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) in New Orleans, United States is 1,902 kilometers (1,182 miles / 1,027 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 237°.

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 05:03 in New York, it's 04:03 in New Orleans.

The return flight from New Orleans (MSY) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 47° (northeast). 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 Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.