United Airlines NYC Half Marathon

Established in 2006, the United Airlines NYC Half Marathon is now 20 years old. From its first edition in New York City, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in United States.

The fastest time ever recorded at the United Airlines NYC Half Marathon is 1:00:30, set by Senbere Teferi in 2023. Every year, new contenders line up hoping to challenge that mark on the streets of New York City.

The United Airlines NYC Half Marathon route is one of those courses where runners forget their pace and reach for their phones. The scenery through New York City and its surroundings has earned this race a reputation as one of the most photogenic in North America.

Getting into the United Airlines NYC Half Marathon is a race before the race. The entry lottery draws far more applicants than available spots, and the notification email — accepted or rejected — has become an annual ritual that defines the running calendars of thousands.

With 25,000 finishers and spectators lining the course deep, the United Airlines NYC Half Marathon generates an atmosphere that carries runners through the hard miles. The crowd support in New York City is not polite applause — it's visceral, personal, and often the difference between hitting the wall and breaking through it.