JFK
New York
United States
7,735 km
4,806 miles
SLS
Silistra
Bulgaria
Distance
7,735 km
4,806 mi / 4,176 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
49°
northeast

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JFK SLS
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport Silistra Polkovnik Lambrinovo Airfield
IATA Code JFK SLS
ICAO Code KJFK LBSS
City New York Silistra
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Sofia
Elevation 13 ft 351 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 44.060000, 27.180000

New York (JFK) to Silistra (SLS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Silistra Polkovnik Lambrinovo Airfield (SLS) in Silistra, Bulgaria is 7,735 kilometers (4,806 miles / 4,176 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 Bulgaria. 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 20:32 in New York, it's 03:32 in Silistra. 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.

The return flight from Silistra (SLS) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 307° (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 Silistra Polkovnik Lambrinovo Airfield (SLS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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