ATL to JFK Route Guide
Atlanta, United States → New York, United States
Quick answer
KATL (Atlanta, United States) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 660 NM (1,222 km / 760 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 47° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 41m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
660 NM
1,222 km / 760 mi
Initial Bearing
47° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 41m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,480 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
1,026 ft
KATL
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 660 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying ATL-JFK should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between ATL and JFK?
660 nautical miles (1,222 km / 760 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Atlanta to New York?
Approximately 2h 41m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly ATL-JFK?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
47° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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