BWI to JFK Route Guide
Baltimore, United States → New York, United States
Quick answer
KBWI (Baltimore, United States) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 160 NM (296 km / 184 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 56° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL80, expected flight time 1h 24m, common aircraft: Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22.
Distance
160 NM
296 km / 184 mi
Initial Bearing
56° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL80
8,000 ft
Block Time
1h 24m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
1,980 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
146 ft
KBWI
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 160 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Cessna 172
- Piper PA-28
- Cirrus SR22
- King Air 200
Weather considerations
Pilots flying BWI-JFK should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between BWI and JFK?
160 nautical miles (296 km / 184 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Baltimore to New York?
Approximately 1h 24m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly BWI-JFK?
Common types include Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22, King Air 200 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL80 (8,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
56° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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