The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Taiyuan Wusu Airport (TYN) in Taiyuan, China is 11,274 kilometers (7,005 miles / 6,088 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north at a heading of 355°.

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 China. 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 02:32 in New York, it's 14:32 in Taiyuan. With a 12-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 2,562 feet between the two airports. Taiyuan Wusu Airport sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport.

The return flight from Taiyuan (TYN) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 5° (north). 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 Taiyuan Wusu Airport (TYN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.