JFK to DXB Route Guide
New York, United States → Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Quick answer
KJFK (New York, United States) to OMDB (Dubai, United Arab Emirates) is a 5,940 NM (11,001 km / 6,836 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 45° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL410, expected flight time 12h 53m, common aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9.
Distance
5,940 NM
11,001 km / 6,836 mi
Initial Bearing
45° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL410
41,000 ft
Block Time
12h 53m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
19,320 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
Arrival Elevation
62 ft
OMDB
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 5,940 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 777-300ER
- Airbus A350-900
- Boeing 787-9
- Airbus A330-900neo
Weather considerations
Pilots flying JFK-DXB should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. On this long-range mission, plan for an alternate within fuel reserves and review oceanic / NAT track procedures if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between JFK and DXB?
5,940 nautical miles (11,001 km / 6,836 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from New York to Dubai?
Approximately 12h 53m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly JFK-DXB?
Common types include Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-9, Airbus A330-900neo depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL410 (41,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
45° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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