Airport Comparison
| JIK | MSP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ikaria Airport | Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport |
| IATA Code | JIK | MSP |
| ICAO Code | LGIK | KMSP |
| City | Ikaria Island | Minneapolis |
| Country | Greece | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 79 ft | 842 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.680000, 26.350000 | 44.880000, -93.220000 |
Ikaria Island (JIK) to Minneapolis (MSP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ikaria Airport (JIK) in Ikaria Island, Greece to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States is 9,019 kilometers (5,604 miles / 4,870 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.
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 Greece with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:51 in Ikaria Island, it's 12:51 in Minneapolis. With a 8-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 Minneapolis (MSP) to Ikaria Island (JIK) follows a heading of 44° (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 Ikaria Airport (JIK) and Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.