Airport Comparison
| JFK | PIT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John F Kennedy International Airport | Pittsburgh International Airport |
| IATA Code | JFK | PIT |
| ICAO Code | KJFK | KPIT |
| City | New York | Pittsburgh |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 1,203 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.640000, -73.780000 | 40.490000, -80.230000 |
New York (JFK) to Pittsburgh (PIT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) in Pittsburgh, United States is 545 kilometers (339 miles / 294 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west at a heading of 270°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 05:38 in New York, it's 05:38 in Pittsburgh.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,190 feet between the two airports. Pittsburgh International Airport sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport.
The return flight from Pittsburgh (PIT) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 86° (east). 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 Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.