DXB to JFK Route Guide
Dubai, United Arab Emirates → New York, United States
Quick answer
OMDB (Dubai, United Arab Emirates) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 5,940 NM (11,001 km / 6,836 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 323° (NW). 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
323° (NW)
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
62 ft
OMDB
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
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 DXB-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 DXB and JFK?
5,940 nautical miles (11,001 km / 6,836 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Dubai to New York?
Approximately 12h 53m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly DXB-JFK?
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?
323° true (NW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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