The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Polokwane International Airport (PTG) in Potgietersrus, South Africa is 12,785 kilometers (7,944 miles / 6,903 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 101°.

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 South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:35 in New York, it's 09:35 in Potgietersrus. With a 7-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 4,063 feet between the two airports. Polokwane International Airport sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport.

The return flight from Potgietersrus (PTG) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 305° (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 Polokwane International Airport (PTG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.