JFK
New York
United States
7,764 km
4,824 miles
SYA
Shemya
United States
Distance
7,764 km
4,824 mi / 4,192 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
America/New_York
Heading
323°
northwest

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JFK SYA
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport Eareckson Air Station
IATA Code JFK SYA
ICAO Code KJFK PASY
City New York Shemya
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Adak
Elevation 13 ft 98 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 52.700000, 174.100000

New York (JFK) to Shemya (SYA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Eareckson Air Station (SYA) in Shemya, United States is 7,764 kilometers (4,824 miles / 4,192 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 5-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 05:19 in New York, it's 00:19 in Shemya. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Shemya (SYA) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 48° (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 Eareckson Air Station (SYA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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