JFK
New York
United States
5,574 km
3,464 miles
LKZ
Lakenheath
United Kingdom
Distance
5,574 km
3,464 mi / 3,010 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
50°
northeast

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JFK LKZ
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport RAF Lakenheath
IATA Code JFK LKZ
ICAO Code KJFK EGUL
City New York Lakenheath
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 13 ft 32 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 52.410000, 0.560000

New York (JFK) to Lakenheath (LKZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to RAF Lakenheath (LKZ) in Lakenheath, United Kingdom is 5,574 kilometers (3,464 miles / 3,010 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

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 United Kingdom. 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 00:58 in New York, it's 05:58 in Lakenheath. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Lakenheath (LKZ) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 288° (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 John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and RAF Lakenheath (LKZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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