Distance from New York to Paris

5,847 km · 3,633 miles as the crow flies, about 7 h 49 min by air.

Air route

40.7500°, -73.9800° · America/New York

48.8667°, 2.3333° · Europe/Paris

Flight distance (great circle)
5,847km
Est. flight time
7 h 49 min
Initial bearing
54°NE
Time difference
+6 h

WGS-84 ellipsoid (Vincenty). Spherical haversine gives 5,831 km. Flight time assumes 800 km/h cruise + 30 min for taxi, climb and descent.

New York to Paris at a glance

Straight-line distance5,847 km / 3,633 mi / 3,157 nmi
Estimated flight time7 h 49 min
Initial bearing54° (NE)
Halfway point51.592°, -38.993°
New York coordinates40.75°, -73.98°
Paris coordinates48.8667°, 2.3333°

Local time: New York · Paris. Sun times: sunrise and sunset in Paris.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is New York from Paris?

5,847 km (3,633 miles, 3,157 nautical miles) in a straight line over the Earth’s surface, measured between the city centres on the WGS-84 ellipsoid.

How long is the flight from New York to Paris?

About 7 h 49 min in still air (800 km/h cruise plus 30 minutes for taxi, climb and descent). Scheduled flights vary with winds and routing, and connecting itineraries take longer.

Which direction is Paris from New York?

The great-circle route leaves New York on an initial bearing of 54° (NE). The halfway point is near 51.59°, -38.99°.