Lomé to New York (LFW–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LFW–JFK is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ethiopian Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 5,158 miles in approximately 10h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 9 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New York from Lomé
| Metric | LFW→JFK | ACC→JFK | LOS→JFK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LFW | – | 105 mi | 145 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 0 | 21 | – |
| Flight time | 10h 55m | 10h 20m | – |
Travel Essentials
LFW: GMT · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Lomé, it's 2:00 PM in New York.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
LFW–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LFW to JFK
Lomé–Tokoin International Airport (LFW) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from Ethiopian Airlines.
LFW to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LFW to JFK ranges from 10 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,158 miles (8,300 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via EWR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Accra (ACC) and Lagos (LOS).