6,190 km · ~8h 30m westbound
Frankfurt (FRA) to New York JFK (JFK)
Frankfurt-New York is Lufthansa's flagship transatlantic route. The 747-8 with upper deck business is the most interesting option; 787-9 with new Allegris business is rolling out.
Last updated 2026-05-01
Key facts
- Origin
- Frankfurt (FRA)
- Destination
- New York JFK (JFK)
- Distance
- 6,190 km
- Flight time
- ~8h 30m westbound
- Airlines
- Lufthansa, United Airlines, Singapore Airlines
- Aircraft types
- Boeing 747-8, Boeing 787-9
- Last updated
- 2026-05-01
Aircraft typically flying this route
Lufthansa — Boeing 747-8
Share: Multiple daily LH · Cabin: Business + First (upper deck recommended)
United Airlines — Boeing 787-9
Share: Daily UA · Cabin: Polaris
Best business class on this route
Lufthansa 747-8 upper deck business — quirky and characterful.
Common flight numbers
Frequently asked questions
What plane flies from FRA to JFK?
The Frankfurt–New York JFK route is operated on Boeing 747-8, Boeing 787-9 by Lufthansa, United Airlines, Singapore Airlines.
How long is the flight from Frankfurt to New York JFK?
Frankfurt to New York JFK is 6,190 km and takes approximately ~8h 30m westbound.
Which airlines fly FRA to JFK?
Lufthansa, United Airlines, Singapore Airlines operate scheduled flights from Frankfurt to New York JFK.
What is the best business class from FRA to JFK?
Lufthansa 747-8 upper deck business — quirky and characterful.