EWR to JFK Route Guide
Newark, United States → New York, United States
Quick answer
KEWR (Newark, United States) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 18 NM (33 km / 21 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 99° (E). Typical cruise altitude FL80, expected flight time 23m, common aircraft: Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, Cirrus SR22.
Distance
18 NM
33 km / 21 mi
Initial Bearing
99° (E)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL80
8,000 ft
Block Time
23m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
1,554 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
18 ft
KEWR
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 18 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Cessna 172
- Piper PA-28
- Cirrus SR22
- King Air 200
Weather considerations
Pilots flying EWR-JFK should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between EWR and JFK?
18 nautical miles (33 km / 21 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Newark to New York?
Approximately 23m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly EWR-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?
99° true (E). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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