LHR to JFK Route Guide
London, United Kingdom → New York, United States
Quick answer
EGLL (London, United Kingdom) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 2,991 NM (5,539 km / 3,442 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 288° (WNW). Typical cruise altitude FL380, expected flight time 6h 47m, common aircraft: Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR.
Distance
2,991 NM
5,539 km / 3,442 mi
Initial Bearing
288° (WNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL380
38,000 ft
Block Time
6h 47m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
10,473 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
83 ft
EGLL
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 2,991 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 757-200
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
- Airbus A321XLR
- Airbus A330-300
Weather considerations
Pilots flying LHR-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 LHR and JFK?
2,991 nautical miles (5,539 km / 3,442 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from London to New York?
Approximately 6h 47m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly LHR-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?
288° true (WNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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