Estimate flight time between major airports and cities worldwide
From City
To City
Flight Time Result
Flight Details
How Flight Time Calculation Works
Distance = great circle distance between cities
Flight Time = Distance / Average Speed
Average Speed = 550 mph (cruising altitude)
Add 30-45 min for takeoff and landing
Flight time estimates help with travel planning and scheduling.
⚠Actual flight times vary due to wind, weather, air traffic, and routing. This is an estimate only.
Why Calculate Flight Time?
Knowing estimated flight times helps plan travel itineraries, schedule connecting flights with adequate layover time, budget for travel days, and coordinate arrival times with meetings or events at your destination.
Trip Planning
Plan your entire trip including airport arrival times and activities.
Connecting Flights
Allow adequate layover time between connecting flights.
Time Zone Adjustments
Calculate arrival times accounting for time zone changes.
Travel Budgeting
Estimate travel days and plan vacation time accordingly.
Teaching Example: NYC to LA is approximately 2,800 miles. At 550 mph = 5.1 hours flight time. Add 30 min takeoff/landing = ~6 hours total. Plus time zone difference (3 hours).
Popular Routes
NYC to LondonLA to TokyoSF to SingaporeMiami to ParisChicago to Dubai
Frequently Asked Questions
How is flight time calculated?▼
Flight time is calculated using average cruising speed (550-575 mph) and approximate distances between major cities.
Does the calculator account for layovers?▼
This tool calculates direct flight time only. Add layover times separately when planning connecting flights.
Why does actual flight time vary?▼
Actual flight time varies due to wind patterns, air traffic, routing, and weather conditions.
Are distances accurate?▼
Distances are approximate between major cities. Actual flight paths may vary due to airspace restrictions and weather.
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