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Singapore (SIN) to New York (JFK) flights
Nonstop from Singapore Changi to John F. Kennedy International: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
15,341km
9,532 mi, great circle
Flying time
18h 56m
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
1.1
average, November 2026
Airlines
1
passenger airlines
Airlines flying SIN to JFK
Route map
The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Singapore to New York?
About 18h 56m gate to gate for the 15,341 km (9,532 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from SIN to JFK?
Singapore Airlines, with about 1.1 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).