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How long is the flight from New York to Jaffna?

JFKNew York
JAFJaffna
Flight Time
15 h 51 min
Distance
13,813km

8,583 miles

Departure
13:41
Arrival
16:02
From

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Departure 13:41 · America/New_York

To

JAFJaffna

Kankesanturai Airport

Arrival 16:02 · Asia/Colombo

Route Details

The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to Kankesanturai Airport (JAF) in Jaffna covers a distance of approximately 13,813 kilometers (8,583 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 15 h 51 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
Asia/Colombo

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 Jaffna?

A direct flight from New York to Jaffna takes around 15 h 51 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from New York to Jaffna?

The distance from New York to Jaffna is about 13,813 kilometers (8,583 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New York to Jaffna?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 15 h 51 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 Jaffna to New York.