SIN to JFK Route Guide
Singapore, Singapore → New York, United States
Quick answer
WSSS (Singapore, Singapore) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 8,283 NM (15,340 km / 9,532 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 357° (N). Typical cruise altitude FL410, expected flight time 17h 45m, common aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-1000, Boeing 787-10.
Distance
8,283 NM
15,340 km / 9,532 mi
Initial Bearing
357° (N)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL410
41,000 ft
Block Time
17h 45m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
26,349 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
22 ft
WSSS
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 8,283 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 777-300ER
- Airbus A350-1000
- Boeing 787-10
- Airbus A380
Weather considerations
Pilots flying SIN-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 SIN and JFK?
8,283 nautical miles (15,340 km / 9,532 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Singapore to New York?
Approximately 17h 45m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly SIN-JFK?
Common types include Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-1000, Boeing 787-10, Airbus A380 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?
357° true (N). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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