Distance from Austin to Chico by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Austin (TX) to Chico (CA) is 1505 miles or 2421 kilometers or 1307 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Austin to Chico is 1846 miles (2972 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 341 miles or 551 km.

Flight distance from Austin, TX to Chico, CA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Austin and Chico is 1505 miles or 2421 km.
The nearest airport to Austin, is Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and the nearest airport to Chico, is Sacramento International Airport (SMF).

What is the average flight time from Austin to Chico?

Flight time from Austin, TX to Chico, CA is 3 hours 27 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Austin to Chico Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Austin, TX and Chico, CA
This map shows the distance from Austin, TX, Usa to Chico, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Austin, Texas to Chico, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Austin, TX to Chico, CA

The driving distance from Austin, Texas to Chico, California is 1846 miles or 2972 km.
The total driving distance from Austin, TX to Chico, CA is 1846 miles or 2972 kilometers. Your trip begins in Austin, Texas. It ends in Chico, California.
The driving distance from Austin, Texas to Chico, California is approximately 1846 miles (2972 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 32 to 33 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Austin, TX to Chico, CA

How long is the drive from Austin, TX to Chico, CA?
The total driving time is 32 hours, 34 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Austin to Chico take?
Austin and Chico are 32 hours 34 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Austin and Chico

Time difference between Austin (TX) and Chico (CA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in AustinCurrent local time in Chico
2025-12-18, 20:54:50 MST2025-12-18, 20:54:50 MST
How Far is it Between Austin Texas, USA and Chico California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Austin, TX and Chico, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1846 mi 2972 km 1603.07 nmi
Straight line distance 1505 mi 2421 km 1307 nmi
Difference 341 mi 551 km 296 nmi

Austin Details

Austin is located in Texas, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 30° 18' 4.2'' Longitude: W 97° 45' 9.7''
Latitude30.30116
Longitude-97.7527
StateTexas
Nearest airports to Austin

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Chico Details

Chico is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 39° 43' 42.6'' Longitude: W 121° 50' 14.9''
Latitude39.72849
Longitude-121.83748
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to Chico

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Austin, TX and Chico, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 61 hours 55 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 46 hours 26 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 41 hours 16 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 37 hours 9 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 33 hours 46 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 30 hours 57 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 28 hours 34 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 26 hours 32 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 24 hours 46 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 23 hours 13 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 21 hours 51 minutes