DFW to JFK Route Guide
Dallas, United States → New York, United States
Quick answer
KDFW (Dallas, United States) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 1,207 NM (2,235 km / 1,389 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 61° (ENE). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 3h 6m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
1,207 NM
2,235 km / 1,389 mi
Initial Bearing
61° (ENE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
3h 6m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
5,121 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
607 ft
KDFW
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 1,207 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying DFW-JFK should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between DFW and JFK?
1,207 nautical miles (2,235 km / 1,389 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Dallas to New York?
Approximately 3h 6m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly DFW-JFK?
Common types include Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo, Boeing 737 MAX 8 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL350 (35,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
61° true (ENE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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