New York, United States → Rome, Italy · ✈ 9h 7min · 🚗 111h 58min
3,720 nautical miles · Time difference: +6h ahead · Direction: east
The distance from New York to Rome is 6,890 km (4,281 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 9h 7min.
The straight-line distance from New York, United States to Rome, Italy is approximately 6,890 kilometers (4,281 miles or 3,720 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Rome is located east of New York. New York is in North America, in the Northeast region of United States, while Rome is in Europe, in Lazio, Italy. This intercontinental route spans from North America to Europe.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 6,890 km | ~9h 7min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from New York to Rome. For 6,890 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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Rome is a notable city in Italy with a population of approximately 2,873,000. Situated in the Lazio region, it serves as a key destination in Europe. Rome offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Italy.
At 6,890 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 6,890 km, New York to Rome is one of the world's longer routes, covering 17.2% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
Combined, New York and Rome have a population of over 11,209,817 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from North America to Europe, spanning 6 timezones.
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The straight-line distance from New York to Rome is approximately 6,890 kilometers (4,281 miles, 3,720 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 9h 7min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 111h 58min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Rome is approximately +6h ahead compared to New York.
The estimated road distance is approximately 8,957 km, which is about 30% longer than the 6,890 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.