MAN to JFK Route Guide
Manchester, United Kingdom → New York, United States
Quick answer
EGCC (Manchester, United Kingdom) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 2,895 NM (5,362 km / 3,332 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 285° (WNW). Typical cruise altitude FL380, expected flight time 6h 35m, common aircraft: Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR.
Distance
2,895 NM
5,362 km / 3,332 mi
Initial Bearing
285° (WNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL380
38,000 ft
Block Time
6h 35m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
10,185 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
257 ft
EGCC
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 2,895 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 757-200
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
- Airbus A321XLR
- Airbus A330-300
Weather considerations
Pilots flying MAN-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 MAN and JFK?
2,895 nautical miles (5,362 km / 3,332 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Manchester to New York?
Approximately 6h 35m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly MAN-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?
285° true (WNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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