BOS to DXB Route Guide
Boston, United States → Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Quick answer
KBOS (Boston, United States) to OMDB (Dubai, United Arab Emirates) is a 5,779 NM (10,703 km / 6,650 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 47° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL410, expected flight time 12h 32m, common aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9.
Distance
5,779 NM
10,703 km / 6,650 mi
Initial Bearing
47° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL410
41,000 ft
Block Time
12h 32m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
18,837 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
20 ft
KBOS
Arrival Elevation
62 ft
OMDB
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 5,779 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 777-300ER
- Airbus A350-900
- Boeing 787-9
- Airbus A330-900neo
Weather considerations
Pilots flying BOS-DXB 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 DXB?
5,779 nautical miles (10,703 km / 6,650 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Boston to Dubai?
Approximately 12h 32m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly BOS-DXB?
Common types include Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9, Airbus A330-900neo depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL410 (41,000 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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