JFK
New York
United States
7,665 km
4,763 miles
XLU
Leo
Burkina Faso
Distance
7,665 km
4,763 mi / 4,139 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
93°
east

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JFK XLU
Airport Name John F Kennedy International Airport Leo Airport
IATA Code JFK XLU
ICAO Code KJFK DFCL
City New York Leo
Country United States Burkina Faso
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Ouagadougou
Elevation 13 ft 1,181 ft
Coordinates 40.640000, -73.780000 11.100000, -2.100000

New York (JFK) to Leo (XLU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Leo Airport (XLU) in Leo, Burkina Faso is 7,665 kilometers (4,763 miles / 4,139 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 93°.

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 Burkina Faso. 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 05:26 in New York, it's 10:26 in Leo. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,168 feet between the two airports. Leo Airport sits higher than John F Kennedy International Airport.

The return flight from Leo (XLU) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 309° (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 Leo Airport (XLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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