Airport Comparison
| JFK | RGA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John F Kennedy International Airport | Hermes Quijada International Airport |
| IATA Code | JFK | RGA |
| ICAO Code | KJFK | SAWE |
| City | New York | Rio Grande |
| Country | United States | Argentina |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Argentina/Ushuaia |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 65 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.640000, -73.780000 | -53.780000, -67.750000 |
New York (JFK) to Rio Grande (RGA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) in Rio Grande, Argentina is 10,515 kilometers (6,534 miles / 5,678 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south at a heading of 176°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States with Argentina. 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 23:36 in New York, it's 01:36 in Rio Grande.
The return flight from Rio Grande (RGA) 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 Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.