Your Flight
We analysed more than 8,000 data points along your route from John F Kennedy International Airport, New York to Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles.
KJFK (JFK)
3,974.2 km (2,145.9 nautical miles)
KLAX (LAX)
371 minutes (6h 11m)
Cruise Altitude: 40,000 ft (Flight Level 400)
Route calculated using great circle navigation
We analysed more than 8,000 data points along your route from John F Kennedy International Airport, New York to Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles.
A brief bumpy patch may occur during cruise. It's nothing to worry about - just keep your seatbelt fastened.
Your route takes you over the Appalachian Mountains, over the Rocky Mountains, and over the Sierra Nevada – these areas can sometimes cause turbulence.
We're expecting smooth conditions throughout your flight. You can sit back and relax.
Takeoff should feel smooth, with calm conditions around the airport.
Winds at cruising altitude are about 29 knots.
Landing should feel a bit bumpy on descent with typical approach conditions.
If you feel nervous at any point, remember that turbulence is expected, safe, and part of normal flying. The crew is monitoring everything, and the aircraft is built to handle far more than anything you will feel. Have a safe and calm flight.
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Detailed Analysis Below: While flights generally follow these patterns, our advanced turbulence prediction system analyzes real-time weather data, atmospheric conditions, and pilot reports to provide you with precise, route-specific forecasts. Review the detailed metrics and interactive maps below for a comprehensive understanding of expected conditions along your flight path.
Did you know that the size of your aircraft can affect how turbulence feels? Larger, wide-body aircraft have more mass and inertia, which means they absorb turbulent air movements more smoothly. Smaller regional jets and turboprops are lighter, so passengers may feel more noticeable movement during the same turbulence conditions.
Important: All commercial aircraft, regardless of size, are designed and certified to safely handle even severe turbulence. The difference is only in passenger comfort - not safety.
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Return to Simplified View| Category | Comfort View | Scientific (NOAA) |
|---|---|---|
| Smooth | <20% probability | <15% probability |
| Light | 20-50% | 15-30% |
| Moderate | 50-75% | 30-50% |
| Severe | ≥75% | ≥50% |
| Time (UTC) | Intensity | Altitude | Aircraft | Report |
|---|
TAF KJFK 161724Z 1618/1724 23014G23KT 5SM FU SCT045 BKN250 PROB30 1620/1624 VRB15G35KT -TSRA BKN050CB FM170000 31012KT 5SM FU BKN250 FM170600 34006KT 5SM FU BKN250 FM171300 34008KT P6SM SCT250 FM171800 21011KT P6SM FEW050 SCT250
TAF KLAX 161728Z 1618/1724 26006KT P6SM SKC FM162000 26012KT P6SM SKC FM170300 26006KT P6SM SCT250 FM170800 11008KT P6SM BKN009 FM171700 14008KT P6SM SCT012 FM172000 24010KT P6SM SCT250
METAR KJFK 162151Z 20009KT 6SM FU BKN029 OVC250 28/19 A2983 RMK AO2 SLP103 FU OVC250 T02830194 $
METAR KLAX 162053Z 27011KT 10SM FEW015 27/18 A2983 RMK AO2 SLP098 T02670183 58003 $
The route has been divided into segments of approximately 500km each for detailed analysis.
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Disclaimer: This forecast is for informational purposes only. Always consult official aviation weather sources and follow ATC guidance.
How accurate are turbulence alerts? Alerts are based on updated forecast models and pilot reports, and can change as departure approaches.
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