North Carolina to California Flight Duration

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What is the flight duration from North Carolina to California?
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Average flight time is 13 hours

The fastest flight time from North Carolina to California is 7 hours 25 minutes

North Carolina to California flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 13 hours
Shortest flight duration 7 hours 25 minutes
Longest flight duration 22 hours 13 minutes
The average flight time from North Carolina to California is 13 hours. 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 North Carolina to California is 2,235 miles / 3,596 km

North Carolina airports

There are a number of airports nearby that fly to California: Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), Fayetteville Regional Airport (FAY), Greensboro Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO), Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Wilmington International Airport (ILM).

California airports

There are a number of airports nearby that fly to North Carolina: Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT), San Jose International Airport (SJC), Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), Oakland International Airport (OAK), San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR).

We found some additional routes that may be of interest to you: Virginia to California, South Carolina to California, Washington to California, Maryland to California, North Carolina to Colorado and North Carolina to Texas.

North Carolina & California local times and timezones

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PST -08:00
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North Carolina, United States is 3 hours ahead of California, United States

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North Carolina to California FAQs

How long does it take to fly from North Carolina to California?

On average, the flight time from North Carolina to California is 13 hours. But remember, flight times can vary slightly depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air.

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

The distance between North Carolina and California is 2,235 miles or 3,596 km.
What is the shortest flight duration from North Carolina to California?

The shortest flight time from North Carolina to California is 7 hours 25 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 North Carolina to California?

The average flight time from North Carolina to California is 13 hours. Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.
What is the timezone difference between North Carolina and California?

The time zone difference between North Carolina and California is 3 hours.