Flight Time from Boston to New York City
The flight from Boston to New York City covers about 190 mi and takes roughly 51 min nonstop. Flight duration estimate and fare guide.
Boston and New York City are about 190 mi (306 km) apart in a straight line. By road that works out to roughly 232 mi (373 km), a drive of about 4 hr 9 min. A nonstop flight covers the great-circle distance in approximately 51 min.
| Straight-line distance | 190 mi / 306 km |
| Road distance (est.) | 232 mi / 373 km |
| Driving time (est.) | 4 hr 9 min |
| Nonstop flight (est.) | 51 min |
| Driving fuel (est., 1-way) | $29 |
| Typical flight fare | $80–$250 |
| Geographic midpoint | 41.546, -72.552 |
How these estimates work
Straight-line distance uses the haversine formula on each city's coordinates. Road distance applies a circuity factor (~1.2–1.4×) and driving time a blended average speed. Flight time uses typical jet cruise speed plus ~30 minutes for taxi, climb and descent. Treat all figures as planning estimates.
Frequently asked questions
Boston to New York City is about 190 mi (306 km) in a straight line, and roughly 232 mi (373 km) by road.