JFK
New York
United States
3,702 km
2,301 miles
LZC
Lazaro Cardenas
Mexico
Distance
3,702 km
2,301 mi / 1,999 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
236°
southwest

Airport Comparison

JFK LZC
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport Lazaro Cardenas Airport
IATA Code JFK LZC
ICAO Code KJFK MMLC
City New York Lazaro Cardenas
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/New_York America/Mexico_City
Elevation 13 ft 39 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 18.000000, -102.220000

New York (JFK) to Lazaro Cardenas (LZC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC) in Lazaro Cardenas, Mexico is 3,702 kilometers (2,301 miles / 1,999 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southwest at a heading of 236°.

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 Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:36 in New York, it's 01:36 in Lazaro Cardenas.

The return flight from Lazaro Cardenas (LZC) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 41° (northeast). 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 Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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