Airport Comparison
| JFK | SCQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John F Kennedy International Airport | Santiago de Compostela Airport |
| IATA Code | JFK | SCQ |
| ICAO Code | KJFK | LEST |
| City | New York | Santiago de Compostela |
| Country | United States | Spain |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Europe/Madrid |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 1,213 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.640000, -73.780000 | 42.900000, -8.420000 |
New York (JFK) to Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) in Santiago de Compostela, Spain is 5,286 kilometers (3,285 miles / 2,854 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.
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 Spain. 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 07:40 in New York, it's 13:40 in Santiago de Compostela. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,200 feet between the two airports. Santiago de Compostela Airport sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 291° (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 Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.