Airport Comparison
| JFK | ZCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John F Kennedy International Airport | General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport |
| IATA Code | JFK | ZCL |
| ICAO Code | KJFK | MMZC |
| City | New York | Zacatecas |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 7,141 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.640000, -73.780000 | 22.900000, -102.690000 |
New York (JFK) to Zacatecas (ZCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport (ZCL) in Zacatecas, Mexico is 3,345 kilometers (2,078 miles / 1,806 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west southwest at a heading of 243°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:09 in New York, it's 04:09 in Zacatecas.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,128 feet between the two airports. General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Zacatecas (ZCL) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 47° (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 General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport (ZCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.