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United States → Papua New Guinea

How long is the flight from New York to Lae?

JFKNew York
LAELae
Flight Time
16 h 38 min
Distance
14,513km

9,018 miles

Departure
17:38
Arrival
01:16
From

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Departure 17:38 · America/New_York

To

LAELae

Lae Nadzab Airport

Arrival 01:16 · Pacific/Port_Moresby

Route Details

The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to Lae Nadzab Airport (LAE) in Lae covers a distance of approximately 14,513 kilometers (9,018 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 16 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
Pacific/Port_Moresby

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 Lae?

A direct flight from New York to Lae takes around 16 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 Lae?

The distance from New York to Lae is about 14,513 kilometers (9,018 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New York to Lae?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 16 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 Lae to New York.