LAX to JFK Route Guide
Los Angeles, United States → New York, United States
Quick answer
KLAX (Los Angeles, United States) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 2,146 NM (3,974 km / 2,470 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 66° (ENE). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 5h 11m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
2,146 NM
3,974 km / 2,470 mi
Initial Bearing
66° (ENE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
5h 11m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
7,938 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
128 ft
KLAX
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 2,146 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying LAX-JFK 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 LAX and JFK?
2,146 nautical miles (3,974 km / 2,470 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to New York?
Approximately 5h 11m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly LAX-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?
66° true (ENE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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