When is the Dublin to New York route most turbulent?

See the monthly chart above for exact patterns. Transatlantic and mountain routes are typically roughest in winter (Dec–Mar). Tropical and Caribbean routes peak during monsoon season (Jul–Sep).

What aircraft operates the DUB to JFK route?

The DUB–JFK route is typically operated by Boeing 757 · Boeing 767. Airlines include Aer Lingus, Delta Air Lines.

Is turbulence on DUB to JFK dangerous?

No — turbulence on the DUB–JFK route is not dangerous to the aircraft. Modern commercial aircraft are built to withstand far more stress than any turbulence encountered. The main risk is to unbelted passengers. Always keep your seatbelt fastened when seated.

How can I check turbulence before my DUB to JFK flight?

Use the Turbulence Forecast app (iOS & Android) for real-time PIREPs, SIGMET alerts, and AI-powered forecasts for the DUB–JFK route. The app shows minute-by-minute turbulence timing for your specific flight date.

DUB to JFK Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the Dublin to New York flight turbulent?

The DUB–JFK route typically experiences light turbulence. Moderate turbulence expected — fasten seatbelt when seated.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on DUB to JFK?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a Boeing 757 · Boeing 767, that's rows 18–28. Avoid the rear of the aircraft where turbulence is felt most.

Q: How long is the flight from DUB to JFK?

The DUB to JFK flight takes approximately 7h 30m, covering 3,338 miles (2,900 nautical miles) at a cruising altitude of 36,000 feet.

Is the Dublin to New York flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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Dublin · New York · 7h 30m

Turb Score

7h 30m

Duration

2,900 nm

Distance

36,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

Light

Typical

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for DUB–JFK

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About the DUB–JFK route

The Dublin to New York route crosses the North Atlantic, where the jet stream is the primary source of turbulence. Flying at 36,000 feet, the aircraft encounters the strongest bumps roughly 2–5 hours into the flight. This is clear-air turbulence — no clouds, no visual warning — which makes a pre-flight forecast especially valuable.

The route is served by Aer Lingus, Delta Air Lines on Boeing 757 · Boeing 767 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 36,000 feet over a distance of 3,338 miles (2,900 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth.

Dublin to New York Flight Time

How long is the flight from DUB to JFK?

7h 30m

Flight Time

3,338 mi

Distance

36,000 ft

Cruising Altitude

Boeing 757

Aircraft

The Dublin (DUB) to New York (JFK) flight takes approximately 7h 30m, covering 3,338 miles (2,900 nautical miles) at 36,000 feet. The route is operated by Aer Lingus, Delta Air Lines. Return flights (JFK to DUB) take a similar time, though westbound transatlantic and transpacific routes are typically 30–60 minutes longer due to headwinds.

Turbulence levels on DUB–JFK

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm

LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady

ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause

HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly DUB–JFK

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on DUB–JFK

Boeing 767

Front

Rows 1–17

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 18–28

Smoothest

Rear

Rows 29+

Rougher

Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Passenger Reports

Kids barely noticed the turbulence — just some mild bumps over the Atlantic. Seatbelt sign was on and off a couple times. Nothing dramatic.

Parent traveling with kids · June

Some light chop crossing the jet stream — seatbelt sign came on for maybe 20 minutes but nothing to worry about. Typical for this route in February.

Regular traveler · February

There was some noticeable movement over the North Atlantic that made me grip the armrest. My seatmate (clearly a regular) didn't even look up from their book. Perspective.

First-time flyer · April

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Dublin to New York flight turbulent?

The DUB–JFK route typically experiences light turbulence. Moderate turbulence expected — fasten seatbelt when seated. The turbulence score for this route is 55/100.

When is turbulence worst on DUB to JFK?

Turbulence peaks mid-flight over the Atlantic. First and last hour are usually smooth. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.

Which seat is smoothest on DUB to JFK?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 767 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 18–28. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from DUB to JFK?

The DUB to JFK flight takes approximately 7h 30m, covering 3,338 miles (2,900 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly DUB to JFK?

The main airlines operating this route are Aer Lingus, Delta Air Lines, flying Boeing 757 · Boeing 767 aircraft.

Data Sources

PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route

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