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How long is the flight from New York to Hambantota?

JFKNew York
HRIHambantota
Flight Time
16 h 18 min
Distance
14,217km

8,834 miles

Departure
12:22
Arrival
15:10
From

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Departure 12:22 · America/New_York

To

HRIHambantota

Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport

Arrival 15:10 · Asia/Colombo

Route Details

The flight from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York to Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI) in Hambantota covers a distance of approximately 14,217 kilometers (8,834 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 16 h 18 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 Hambantota?

A direct flight from New York to Hambantota takes around 16 h 18 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from New York to Hambantota?

The distance from New York to Hambantota is about 14,217 kilometers (8,834 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New York to Hambantota?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 16 h 18 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 Hambantota to New York.