JFK
New York
United States
9,244 km
5,744 miles
WCA
Castro
Chile
Distance
9,244 km
5,744 mi / 4,991 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/New_York
Heading
180°
south

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JFK WCA
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport Gamboa Airport
IATA Code JFK WCA
ICAO Code KJFK SCST
City New York Castro
Country United States Chile
Timezone America/New_York America/Santiago
Elevation 13 ft 151 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 -42.490000, -73.770000

New York (JFK) to Castro (WCA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Gamboa Airport (WCA) in Castro, Chile is 9,244 kilometers (5,744 miles / 4,991 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south at a heading of 180°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:09 in New York, it's 10:09 in Castro.

The return flight from Castro (WCA) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 360° (north). 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 Gamboa Airport (WCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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