JFK
New York
United States
5,540 km
3,442 miles
NHT
London
United Kingdom
Distance
5,540 km
3,442 mi / 2,991 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
51°
northeast

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JFK NHT
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport RAF Northolt
IATA Code JFK NHT
ICAO Code KJFK EGWU
City New York London
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 13 ft 124 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 51.550000, -0.420000

New York (JFK) to London (NHT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to RAF Northolt (NHT) in London, United Kingdom is 5,540 kilometers (3,442 miles / 2,991 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

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 00:46 in New York, it's 05:46 in London. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from London (NHT) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 288° (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 RAF Northolt (NHT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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