The flight distance from John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States to Manihi Airport (XMH) in Manihi Airport, French Polynesia is 9,618 kilometers (5,976 miles / 5,193 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.

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 04:12 in New York, it's 23:12 in Manihi Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Manihi Airport (XMH) to New York (JFK) follows a heading of 46° (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 Manihi Airport (XMH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.