The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Pukarua Airport (PUK) in Pukarua, French Polynesia is 9,242 kilometers (5,743 miles / 4,990 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 239°.

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 French Polynesia. 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 04:18 in New York, it's 23:18 in Pukarua. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Pukarua (PUK) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 43° (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 Pukarua Airport (PUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.