Airport Comparison
| EWR | IKB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Newark Liberty International Airport | Wilkes County Airport |
| IATA Code | EWR | IKB |
| ICAO Code | KEWR | KUKF |
| City | Newark | North Wilkesboro |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 17 ft | 1,303 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.690000, -74.170000 | 36.220000, -81.100000 |
Newark (EWR) to North Wilkesboro (IKB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States to Wilkes County Airport (IKB) in North Wilkesboro, United States is 781 kilometers (485 miles / 422 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southwest at a heading of 233°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 11:24 in Newark, it's 11:24 in North Wilkesboro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,286 feet between the two airports. Wilkes County Airport sits higher than Newark Liberty International Airport.
The return flight from North Wilkesboro (IKB) to Newark (EWR) follows a heading of 48° (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 Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Wilkes County Airport (IKB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.