JFK
New York
United States
7,481 km
4,648 miles
SVO
Moscow
Russia
Distance
7,481 km
4,648 mi / 4,039 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/New_York
Heading
34°
northeast

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JFK SVO
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport Sheremetyevo International Airport
IATA Code JFK SVO
ICAO Code KJFK UUEE
City New York Moscow
Country United States Russia
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Moscow
Elevation 13 ft 622 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 55.970000, 37.410000

New York (JFK) to Moscow (SVO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) in Moscow, Russia is 7,481 kilometers (4,648 miles / 4,039 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 34°.

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 Russia. 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 04:15 in New York, it's 12:15 in Moscow. 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 Moscow (SVO) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 310° (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 Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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