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How long is the flight from New York to Cairns?

JFKNew York
CNSCairns
Flight Time
17 h 38 min
Distance
15,420km

9,582 miles

Departure
06:11
Arrival
13:49
From

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Departure 06:11 · America/New_York

To

CNSCairns

Cairns International Airport

Arrival 13:49 · Australia/Brisbane

Route Details

The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to Cairns International Airport (CNS) in Cairns covers a distance of approximately 15,420 kilometers (9,582 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 17 h 38 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/New_York
Arrival Time Zone
Australia/Brisbane

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from New York to Cairns?

A direct flight from New York to Cairns takes around 17 h 38 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from New York to Cairns?

The distance from New York to Cairns is about 15,420 kilometers (9,582 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New York to Cairns?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 17 h 38 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Cairns to New York.