The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Parapat Airport (SIW) in Parapat-Sumatra Island, Indonesia is 15,143 kilometers (9,409 miles / 8,176 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north at a heading of 11°.

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 Indonesia. 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 05:57 in New York, it's 17:57 in Parapat-Sumatra Island. With a 12-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 3,068 feet between the two airports. Parapat Airport sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport.

The return flight from Parapat-Sumatra Island (SIW) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 352° (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 Parapat Airport (SIW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.