BNA to JFK Route Guide
Nashville, United States → New York, United States
Quick answer
KBNA (Nashville, United States) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 664 NM (1,230 km / 764 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 62° (ENE). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 42m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
664 NM
1,230 km / 764 mi
Initial Bearing
62° (ENE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 42m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,492 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
599 ft
KBNA
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 664 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying BNA-JFK should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between BNA and JFK?
664 nautical miles (1,230 km / 764 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Nashville to New York?
Approximately 2h 42m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly BNA-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?
62° true (ENE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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