PDX to JFK Route Guide
Portland, United States → New York, United States
Quick answer
KPDX (Portland, United States) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 2,127 NM (3,939 km / 2,448 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 80° (E). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 5h 9m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
2,127 NM
3,939 km / 2,448 mi
Initial Bearing
80° (E)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
5h 9m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
7,881 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
31 ft
KPDX
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 2,127 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying PDX-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 PDX and JFK?
2,127 nautical miles (3,939 km / 2,448 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Portland to New York?
Approximately 5h 9m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly PDX-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?
80° true (E). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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