JFK
New York
United States
4,184 km
2,600 miles
SYK
Stykkisholmur
Iceland
Distance
4,184 km
2,600 mi / 2,259 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
32°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

JFK SYK
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport Stykkisholmur Airport
IATA Code JFK SYK
ICAO Code KJFK BIST
City New York Stykkisholmur
Country United States Iceland
Timezone America/New_York Atlantic/Reykjavik
Elevation 13 ft 42 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 65.060000, -22.790000

New York (JFK) to Stykkisholmur (SYK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Stykkisholmur Airport (SYK) in Stykkisholmur, Iceland is 4,184 kilometers (2,600 miles / 2,259 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.

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 Iceland. 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 21:50 in New York, it's 02:50 in Stykkisholmur. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Stykkisholmur (SYK) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 255° (west southwest). 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 Stykkisholmur Airport (SYK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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