BOS to CDG Route Guide
Boston, United States → Paris, France
Quick answer
KBOS (Boston, United States) to LFPG (Paris, France) is a 2,988 NM (5,534 km / 3,439 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 55° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL380, expected flight time 6h 46m, common aircraft: Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR.
Distance
2,988 NM
5,534 km / 3,439 mi
Initial Bearing
55° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL380
38,000 ft
Block Time
6h 46m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
10,464 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
20 ft
KBOS
Arrival Elevation
392 ft
LFPG
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 2,988 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 757-200
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
- Airbus A321XLR
- Airbus A330-300
Weather considerations
Pilots flying BOS-CDG 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 BOS and CDG?
2,988 nautical miles (5,534 km / 3,439 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Boston to Paris?
Approximately 6h 46m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly BOS-CDG?
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?
55° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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