The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates is 11,004 kilometers (6,837 miles / 5,942 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 United Arab Emirates. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:40 in New York, it's 20:40 in Ras Al Khaimah. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 324° (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 Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.