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How long is the flight from New York to Lukla?

JFKNew York
LUALukla
Flight Time
14 h 1 min
Distance
12,169km

7,562 miles

Departure
16:41
Arrival
17:27
From

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Departure 16:41 · America/New_York

To

LUALukla

Lukla Airport

Arrival 17:27 · Asia/Kathmandu

Route Details

The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to Lukla Airport (LUA) in Lukla covers a distance of approximately 12,169 kilometers (7,562 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 14 h 1 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/Kathmandu

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 Lukla?

A direct flight from New York to Lukla takes around 14 h 1 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from New York to Lukla?

The distance from New York to Lukla is about 12,169 kilometers (7,562 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New York to Lukla?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 14 h 1 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 Lukla to New York.