Rome, Italy → New York, United States · ✈ 9h 7min · 🚗 111h 58min
3,720 nautical miles · Time difference: -6h behind · Direction: west
The distance from Rome to New York 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 Rome, Italy to New York, United States 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.
New York is located west of Rome. Rome is in Europe, in the Lazio region of Italy, 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 | 6,890 km | ~9h 7min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Rome to New York. For 6,890 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Rome is a major city in Italy with a population of approximately 2,873,000. Located in the Lazio region, it is an important hub in Europe. Rome is a significant metropolitan area in Italy with good domestic and international transport connections.
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 6,890 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 6,890 km, Rome to New York is one of the world's longer routes, covering 17.2% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
Combined, Rome and New York have a population of over 11,209,817 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from Europe to North America, spanning 6 timezones.
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The straight-line distance from Rome to New York 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.
New York is approximately -6h behind compared to Rome.
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.