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New York City, United States → Brooklyn, United States
Distance Result
5 miles
9 km | 5 nautical miles
Straight-line (great circle) distance
Driving
≈ 6min
Estimated at 90 km/h average. Actual road distance is typically 15-30% longer than the straight line.
Flying
≈ 46min
Estimated at 850 km/h cruising speed plus takeoff and landing time.
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Distances from New York City to Nearby Cities
Frequently Asked Questions
The straight-line (great circle) distance between New York City and Brooklyn is 5 miles (9 kilometers).
A direct flight from New York City to Brooklyn takes approximately 46min, based on an average cruising speed of 850 km/h plus takeoff and landing time.
Driving from New York City to Brooklyn takes approximately 6min, assuming an average speed of 90 km/h. Actual time depends on the route and traffic.