The flight distance from Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) in Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 10,614 kilometers (6,595 miles / 5,731 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Saudi Arabia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:23 in Prince Sultan Air Base, it's 02:23 in New York. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,638 feet between the two airports. John F Kennedy International Airport sits lower than Prince Sultan Air Base.

The return flight from New York (JFK) to Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) follows a heading of 52° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.