JFK
New York
United States
4,523 km
2,810 miles
RFN
Raufarhofn
Iceland
Distance
4,523 km
2,810 mi / 2,442 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
31°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

JFK RFN
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport Raufarhofn Airport
IATA Code JFK RFN
ICAO Code KJFK BIRG
City New York Raufarhofn
Country United States Iceland
Timezone America/New_York Atlantic/Reykjavik
Elevation 13 ft 39 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 66.410000, -15.920000

New York (JFK) to Raufarhofn (RFN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Raufarhofn Airport (RFN) in Raufarhofn, Iceland is 4,523 kilometers (2,810 miles / 2,442 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:20 in New York, it's 09:20 in Raufarhofn. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Raufarhofn (RFN) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 260° (west). 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 Raufarhofn Airport (RFN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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