The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) in Rifle, United States is 2,873 kilometers (1,785 miles / 1,551 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 279°.

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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 00:34 in New York, it's 22:34 in Rifle.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,524 feet between the two airports. Rifle Garfield County 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 Rifle (RIL) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 77° (east 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 Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.