Paris, France → New York, United States · ✈ 7h 48min · 🚗 94h 51min
3,152 nautical miles · Time difference: -5h behind · Direction: southwest
The distance from Paris to New York 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 Paris, France to New York, United States 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.
New York is located southwest of Paris. Paris is in Europe, in the Île-de-France region of France, while New York is in North America, in Northeast, United States. This intercontinental route spans from Europe to North America.
| 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 Paris to New York. For 5,837 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Paris sits at 48.8566°N, 2.3522°E, while New York is located at 40.7128°N, 74.0060°W. The initial compass bearing from Paris to New York is 292° (WNW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Paris heading roughly WNW. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 8.14° and the longitude difference is 76.36°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Paris and New York is approximately 51.5774°N, 39.0069°W. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 2,919 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
New York is roughly 5 hours behind Paris. When it is 09:00 in Paris, it is approximately 04:00 in New York. A time difference of 5 hours typically produces noticeable jet lag — most travelers need about one recovery day per time zone crossed. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Paris uses the Euro (EUR), while New York uses the US Dollar (USD). Plan to exchange currency before departure or use a low-fee travel card on arrival — airport rates are typically the worst available. The primary local language shifts from French in Paris to English in New York. Learning a few basic phrases makes a noticeable difference at hotels, restaurants, and transit hubs.
Paris is a major city in France with a population of approximately 2,161,000. Located in the Île-de-France region, it is an important hub in Europe. Paris is a significant metropolitan area in France with good domestic and international transport connections.
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New York is a notable city in United States with a population of approximately 8,336,817. Situated in the Northeast region, it serves as a key destination in North America. New York is one of United States's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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At 5,837 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from Europe to North America. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 5,837 km, Paris to New York is one of the world's longer routes, covering 14.6% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
Combined, Paris and New York have a population of over 10,497,817 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from Europe to North America, spanning 5 timezones.
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The straight-line distance from Paris to New York 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.
New York is approximately -5h behind compared to Paris.
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: May 30, 2026.