EWR
Newark
United States
7,740 km
4,809 miles
SYA
Shemya
United States
Distance
7,740 km
4,809 mi / 4,179 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
America/New_York
Heading
323°
northwest

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EWR SYA
Airport Name Newark Liberty International Airport Eareckson Air Station
IATA Code EWR SYA
ICAO Code KEWR PASY
City Newark Shemya
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Adak
Elevation 17 ft 98 ft
Coordinates 40.690000, -74.170000 52.700000, 174.100000

Newark (EWR) to Shemya (SYA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States to Eareckson Air Station (SYA) in Shemya, United States is 7,740 kilometers (4,809 miles / 4,179 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 5-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 13:46 in Newark, it's 08:46 in Shemya. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Shemya (SYA) to Newark (EWR) follows a heading of 49° (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 Eareckson Air Station (SYA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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