The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Lakefront Airport (NEW) in New Orleans, United States is 1,882 kilometers (1,169 miles / 1,016 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west 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 a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 23:22 in New York, it's 22:22 in New Orleans.

The return flight from New Orleans (NEW) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 47° (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 Lakefront Airport (NEW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.