Compare: New York→London (5,570 km) vs New York→Paris (5,837 km). New York → London wins by 267 km (5%). Side-by-side with flight & drive times.
By SnapDistance Team · Updated April 7, 2026
5,570 km
3,461 miles · Flight: ~7h 28min · Drive: ~90h 31min
✓ Shorter route
5,837 km
3,627 miles · Flight: ~7h 48min · Drive: ~94h 51min
Difference: 267 km (5%) · Flight time difference: ~20 min
New York → London is the shorter route at 5,570 km, which is 267 km (5%) shorter than New York → Paris. You would save approximately 20 min in flight time by choosing the shorter route.
| Metric | New York → London | New York → Paris |
|---|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 5,570 | 5,837 |
| Distance (miles) | 3,461 | 3,627 |
| Flight time | ~7h 28min | ~7h 48min |
| Driving time | ~90h 31min | ~94h 51min |
| Road distance (est.) | ~7,241 km | ~7,588 km |
| Drivable? | No | No |
| Cross-continental | Yes | Yes |
The New York to London route covers 5,570 km (3,461 miles), crossing from North America to Europe. New York (population: 8,336,817) is located in Northeast, United States, while London (population: 8,982,000) is in England, United Kingdom.
The New York to Paris route covers 5,837 km (3,627 miles), spanning from North America to Europe. New York (population: 8,336,817) is in Northeast, United States, and Paris (population: 2,161,000) is in Île-de-France, France.
Flying from New York to London takes approximately 7h 28min, while New York to Paris takes 7h 48min. If driving is an option, expect roughly 90h 31min for the first route and 94h 51min for the second.
Since both routes depart from New York, this comparison is especially useful for travelers deciding between London and Paris as a destination.
The 267 km difference between these routes is relatively modest, so other factors like ticket prices and schedules may matter more.
Neither route is practical by car. Flying is the recommended transport for both.
London (United Kingdom) has a population of 8,982,000 and is located in the England region of Europe. As a major metropolis, it offers extensive international connections and diverse attractions.
Paris (France) has a population of 2,161,000 and is situated in Île-de-France, Europe. This city serves as an important regional hub with solid connectivity.
Choose New York → London if minimizing travel distance and flight time is your priority. The 267 km difference means a modest saving in fuel, time, and potentially cost. Choose New York → Paris if the destination itself is more important than the journey length.
London is closer at 5,570 km, which is 267 km (5%) shorter.
5,570 km (3,461 miles). Flight: ~7h 28min.
5,837 km (3,627 miles). Flight: ~7h 48min.
Flying to London is faster at ~7h 28min, saving about 20 min compared to Paris.
All distances on SnapDistance are calculated using the Haversine formula, which determines the great-circle distance between two points on Earth's surface. This gives the shortest possible distance over the globe, which is the measurement used for aviation and navigation. Actual travel distances by road or rail are typically 20-40% longer due to terrain, borders, and infrastructure routing. Flight times assume 800 km/h cruising speed with 30 minutes for takeoff and landing. Driving estimates use 80 km/h average speed with a 30% road distance factor.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 7, 2026.