IAH to JFK Route Guide
Houston, United States → New York, United States
Quick answer
KIAH (Houston, United States) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 1,230 NM (2,278 km / 1,415 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 53° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 3h 9m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
1,230 NM
2,278 km / 1,415 mi
Initial Bearing
53° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
3h 9m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
5,190 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
97 ft
KIAH
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 1,230 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying IAH-JFK should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between IAH and JFK?
1,230 nautical miles (2,278 km / 1,415 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Houston to New York?
Approximately 3h 9m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly IAH-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?
53° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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