The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Kars Airport (KSY) in Kars, Turkey is 8,966 kilometers (5,572 miles / 4,842 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 Turkey. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:49 in New York, it's 11:49 in Kars. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,876 feet between the two airports. Kars Airport sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Kars (KSY) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 317° (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 John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Kars Airport (KSY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.