JFK
New York
United States
3,700 km
2,299 miles
JUV
Upernavik
Greenland
Distance
3,700 km
2,299 mi / 1,998 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/New_York
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

JFK JUV
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport Upernavik Airport
IATA Code JFK JUV
ICAO Code KJFK BGUK
City New York Upernavik
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/New_York America/Nuuk
Elevation 13 ft 414 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 72.790000, -56.130000

New York (JFK) to Upernavik (JUV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Upernavik Airport (JUV) in Upernavik, Greenland is 3,700 kilometers (2,299 miles / 1,998 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 9°.

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 02:56 in New York, it's 05:56 in Upernavik. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Upernavik (JUV) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 205° (south 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 Upernavik Airport (JUV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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