The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Ust-Kut Airport (UKX) in Ust-Kut, Russia is 9,173 kilometers (5,700 miles / 4,953 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 0°.

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 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 21:17 in New York, it's 10:17 in Ust-Kut. With a 13-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 2,175 feet between the two airports. Ust-Kut Airport sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport.

The return flight from Ust-Kut (UKX) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 360° (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 Ust-Kut Airport (UKX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.