AUS to JFK Route Guide
Austin, United States → New York, United States
Quick answer
KAUS (Austin, United States) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 1,320 NM (2,445 km / 1,519 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 55° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 3h 21m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
1,320 NM
2,445 km / 1,519 mi
Initial Bearing
55° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
3h 21m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
5,460 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
542 ft
KAUS
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 1,320 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying AUS-JFK should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between AUS and JFK?
1,320 nautical miles (2,445 km / 1,519 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Austin to New York?
Approximately 3h 21m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly AUS-JFK?
Common types include Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo, Boeing 737 MAX 8 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL350 (35,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
55° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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