JFK
New York
United States
2,871 km
1,784 miles
JFR
Paamiut
Greenland
Distance
2,871 km
1,784 mi / 1,550 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/New_York
Heading
26°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

JFK JFR
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport Paamiut Airport
IATA Code JFK JFR
ICAO Code KJFK BGPT
City New York Paamiut
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/New_York America/Nuuk
Elevation 13 ft 120 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 62.010000, -49.670000

New York (JFK) to Paamiut (JFR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Paamiut Airport (JFR) in Paamiut, Greenland is 2,871 kilometers (1,784 miles / 1,550 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Greenland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:35 in New York, it's 07:35 in Paamiut. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Paamiut (JFR) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 225° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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