CLT to JFK Route Guide
Charlotte, United States → New York, United States
Quick answer
KCLT (Charlotte, United States) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 470 NM (870 km / 541 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 44° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 1m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
470 NM
870 km / 541 mi
Initial Bearing
44° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 1m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
2,910 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
748 ft
KCLT
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 470 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying CLT-JFK should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between CLT and JFK?
470 nautical miles (870 km / 541 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Charlotte to New York?
Approximately 2h 1m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly CLT-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?
44° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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