Nonstop from John F. Kennedy International to Dubai International: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
6,836 mi, great circle
Flying time
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
average, November 2026
Airlines
passenger airlines
The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Dubai International Airport has three terminals. Terminal 1 has one concourse (Concourse D), Terminal 2 is set apart from the other two main buildings and Terminal 3 is divided into Concourse A, B, and C. The cargo terminal is capable of handling 3 million tonnes of cargo annually and a general aviation terminal (GAT) is close by.
From Wikipedia, retrieved 2026-10-26. Terminal assignments change: check with your airline and the airport's website.
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About 13h 46m gate to gate for the 11,002 km (6,836 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Emirates, with about 2.4 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).