California to Florida Flight Duration

Find flight duration times from California to Florida, compare live flight prices and book your tickets.

What is the flight duration from California to Florida?
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Average flight time is 5 hours 43 minutes

The fastest flight time from California to Florida is 5 hours 43 minutes

California to Florida flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 5 hours 43 minutes
Shortest flight duration Not available
Longest flight duration Not available
The average flight time from California to Florida is 5 hours 43 minutes. However, the duration of flights can differ depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air. This means individual flight times can be quicker, but on occasion, they can also be longer.

The distance from California to Florida is 2,287 miles / 3,680 km

California airports

There are a number of airports nearby that fly to Florida: Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT), San Jose International Airport (SJC), Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), Oakland International Airport (OAK) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO).

Florida airports

There are a number of airports nearby that fly to California: Orlando International Airport (MCO), Punta Gorda Airport (PGD), Melbourne International Airport (MLB), Tampa International Airport (TPA), Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ), St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport (PIE) and Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB).

We found some additional routes that may be of interest to you: San Francisco to Florida, Los Angeles to Florida, California to Georgia and California to Alabama.

California & Florida local times and timezones

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California, United States is 3 hours behind of Florida, United States

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California to Florida FAQs

How long does it take to fly from California to Florida?

On average, the flight time from California to Florida is 5 hours 43 minutes. But remember, flight times can vary slightly depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air.

This means that your flight from California to Florida could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.
What is the distance between California and Florida?

The distance between California and Florida is 2,287 miles or 3,680 km.
What is the shortest flight duration from California to Florida?

The shortest flight time from California to Florida is 5 hours 43 minutes. However, flight times can vary depending on weather conditions, air congestion and flight path, so this time is never guaranteed.
Can I fly from California to Florida?

The average flight time from California to Florida is 5 hours 43 minutes. Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.
What is the timezone difference between California and Florida?

The time zone difference between California and Florida is -3 hours.