New York, United States → Paris, France · ✈ 7h 48min · 🚗 94h 51min
3,152 nautical miles · Time difference: +5h ahead · Direction: northeast
The distance from New York to Paris is 5,837 km (3,627 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 7h 48min.
The straight-line distance from New York, United States to Paris, France is approximately 5,837 kilometers (3,627 miles or 3,152 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Paris is located northeast of New York. New York is in North America, in the Northeast region of United States, while Paris is in Europe, in Île-de-France, France. This intercontinental route spans from North America to Europe.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 5,837 km | ~7h 48min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from New York to Paris. For 5,837 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
New York is a major city in United States with a population of approximately 8,336,817. Located in the Northeast region, it is an important hub in North America. As one of the largest cities in United States, New York is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
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Paris is a notable city in France with a population of approximately 2,161,000. Situated in the Île-de-France region, it serves as a key destination in Europe. Paris offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in France.
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At 5,837 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from North America to Europe. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 5,837 km, New York to Paris is one of the world's longer routes, covering 14.6% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
Combined, New York and Paris have a population of over 10,497,817 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from North America to Europe, spanning 5 timezones.
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The straight-line distance from New York to Paris is approximately 5,837 kilometers (3,627 miles, 3,152 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 7h 48min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 94h 51min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Paris is approximately +5h ahead compared to New York.
The estimated road distance is approximately 7,588 km, which is about 30% longer than the 5,837 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 7, 2026.