PHX to JFK Route Guide
Phoenix, United States → New York, United States
Quick answer
KPHX (Phoenix, United States) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 1,867 NM (3,458 km / 2,149 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 65° (ENE). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 4h 34m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
1,867 NM
3,458 km / 2,149 mi
Initial Bearing
65° (ENE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
4h 34m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
7,101 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
1,135 ft
KPHX
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 1,867 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying PHX-JFK should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between PHX and JFK?
1,867 nautical miles (3,458 km / 2,149 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Phoenix to New York?
Approximately 4h 34m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly PHX-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?
65° true (ENE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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