Airport Comparison
| JFK | SPN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John F Kennedy International Airport | Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport |
| IATA Code | JFK | SPN |
| ICAO Code | KJFK | PGSN |
| City | New York | Saipan Island |
| Country | United States | MP |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Pacific/Saipan |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 214 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.640000, -73.780000 | 15.120000, 145.730000 |
New York (JFK) to Saipan Island (SPN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport (SPN) in Saipan Island, MP is 12,597 kilometers (7,827 miles / 6,802 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.
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 MP. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:50 in New York, it's 15:50 in Saipan Island. With a 15-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 Saipan Island (SPN) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 32° (north 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 Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport (SPN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.