STL to JFK Route Guide
St. Louis, United States → New York, United States
Quick answer
KSTL (St. Louis, United States) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 774 NM (1,433 km / 891 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 76° (ENE). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 3h 6m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
774 NM
1,433 km / 891 mi
Initial Bearing
76° (ENE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
3h 6m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,822 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
618 ft
KSTL
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 774 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying STL-JFK should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between STL and JFK?
774 nautical miles (1,433 km / 891 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from St. Louis to New York?
Approximately 3h 6m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly STL-JFK?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
76° true (ENE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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