The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Ta'izz International Airport (TAI) in Ta'izz, Yemen is 11,232 kilometers (6,979 miles / 6,065 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

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 Yemen. 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 03:01 in New York, it's 11:01 in Ta'izz. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,825 feet between the two airports. Ta'izz International Airport sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport.

The return flight from Ta'izz (TAI) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 317° (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 Ta'izz International Airport (TAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.