FRA to JFK Route Guide
Frankfurt, Germany → New York, United States
Quick answer
EDDF (Frankfurt, Germany) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 3,342 NM (6,189 km / 3,846 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 294° (WNW). Typical cruise altitude FL380, expected flight time 7h 32m, common aircraft: Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR.
Distance
3,342 NM
6,189 km / 3,846 mi
Initial Bearing
294° (WNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL380
38,000 ft
Block Time
7h 32m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
11,526 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
364 ft
EDDF
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 3,342 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 757-200
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
- Airbus A321XLR
- Airbus A330-300
Weather considerations
Pilots flying FRA-JFK should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. On this long-range mission, plan for an alternate within fuel reserves and review oceanic / NAT track procedures if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between FRA and JFK?
3,342 nautical miles (6,189 km / 3,846 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Frankfurt to New York?
Approximately 7h 32m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly FRA-JFK?
Common types include Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR, Airbus A330-300 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL380 (38,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
294° true (WNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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