The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Mitchell Airport (MTQ) in Mitchell Airport, Australia is 15,888 kilometers (9,872 miles / 8,579 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west at a heading of 279°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:26 in New York, it's 20:26 in Mitchell Airport. With a 15-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 1,131 feet between the two airports. Mitchell Airport sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport.

The return flight from Mitchell Airport (MTQ) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 57° (east 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 Mitchell Airport (MTQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.