EWR
Newark
United States
5,274 km
3,277 miles
VDE
El Hierro Island
Spain
Distance
5,274 km
3,277 mi / 2,848 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
87°
east

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EWR VDE
Airport Name Newark Liberty International Airport Hierro Airport
IATA Code EWR VDE
ICAO Code KEWR GCHI
City Newark El Hierro Island
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/New_York Atlantic/Canary
Elevation 17 ft 103 ft
Coordinates 40.690000, -74.170000 27.810000, -17.890000

Newark (EWR) to El Hierro Island (VDE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in Newark, United States to Hierro Airport (VDE) in El Hierro Island, Spain is 5,274 kilometers (3,277 miles / 2,848 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east at a heading of 87°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:39 in Newark, it's 17:39 in El Hierro Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from El Hierro Island (VDE) to Newark (EWR) follows a heading of 301° (west northwest). 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 Hierro Airport (VDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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