Compare: Paris→New York (5,837 km) vs Paris→Tokyo (9,712 km). Paris → New York wins by 3,875 km (40%). Side-by-side with flight & drive times.
By SnapDistance Team · Updated April 7, 2026
5,837 km
3,627 miles · Flight: ~7h 48min · Drive: ~94h 51min
✓ Shorter route
9,712 km
6,035 miles · Flight: ~12h 38min · Drive: ~157h 49min
Difference: 3,875 km (40%) · Flight time difference: ~4h 50min
Paris → New York is the shorter route at 5,837 km, which is 3,875 km (40%) shorter than Paris → Tokyo. You would save approximately 4h 50min in flight time by choosing the shorter route.
| Metric | Paris → New York | Paris → Tokyo |
|---|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 5,837 | 9,712 |
| Distance (miles) | 3,627 | 6,035 |
| Flight time | ~7h 48min | ~12h 38min |
| Driving time | ~94h 51min | ~157h 49min |
| Road distance (est.) | ~7,588 km | ~12,626 km |
| Drivable? | No | No |
| Cross-continental | Yes | Yes |
The Paris to New York route covers 5,837 km (3,627 miles), crossing from Europe to North America. Paris (population: 2,161,000) is located in Île-de-France, France, while New York (population: 8,336,817) is in Northeast, United States.
The Paris to Tokyo route covers 9,712 km (6,035 miles), spanning from Europe to Asia. Paris (population: 2,161,000) is in Île-de-France, France, and Tokyo (population: 13,960,000) is in Kanto, Japan.
Flying from Paris to New York takes approximately 7h 48min, while Paris to Tokyo takes 12h 38min. If driving is an option, expect roughly 94h 51min for the first route and 157h 49min for the second.
Since both routes depart from Paris, this comparison is especially useful for travelers deciding between New York and Tokyo as a destination.
The 3,875 km difference between these routes is substantial and will significantly impact travel time and cost.
Neither route is practical by car. Flying is the recommended transport for both.
New York (United States) has a population of 8,336,817 and is located in the Northeast region of North America. As a major metropolis, it offers extensive international connections and diverse attractions.
Tokyo (Japan) has a population of 13,960,000 and is situated in Kanto, Asia. This major global city has multiple airports and world-class infrastructure.
Choose Paris → New York if minimizing travel distance and flight time is your priority. The 3,875 km difference means a significant saving in fuel, time, and potentially cost. Choose Paris → Tokyo if the destination itself is more important than the journey length.
New York is closer at 5,837 km, which is 3,875 km (40%) shorter.
5,837 km (3,627 miles). Flight: ~7h 48min.
9,712 km (6,035 miles). Flight: ~12h 38min.
Flying to New York is faster at ~7h 48min, saving about 4h 50min compared to Tokyo.
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.