Distance from Fresno to Lakeland by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Fresno (CA) to Lakeland (FL) is 2272 miles or 3655 kilometers or 1973 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Fresno to Lakeland is 2652 miles (4268 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 380 miles or 613 km.

Flight distance from Fresno, CA to Lakeland, FL in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Fresno and Lakeland is 2272 miles or 3655 km.
The nearest airport to Fresno, is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) and the nearest airport to Lakeland, is Tampa International Airport (TPA).

What is the average flight time from Fresno to Lakeland?

Flight time from Fresno, CA to Lakeland, FL is 5 hours 13 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Fresno to Lakeland Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Fresno, CA and Lakeland, FL
This map shows the distance from Fresno, CA, Usa to Lakeland, FL, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Fresno, California to Lakeland, Florida is displayed below.

Driving distance from Fresno, CA to Lakeland, FL

The driving distance from Fresno, California to Lakeland, Florida is 2652 miles or 4268 km.
The total driving distance from Fresno, CA to Lakeland, FL is 2652 miles or 4268 kilometers. Your trip begins in Fresno, California. It ends in Lakeland, Florida.
The driving distance from Fresno, California to Lakeland, Florida is approximately 2652 miles (4268 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 47 to 48 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Fresno, CA to Lakeland, FL

How long is the drive from Fresno, CA to Lakeland, FL?
The total driving time is 47 hours, 42 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Fresno to Lakeland take?
Fresno and Lakeland are 47 hours 42 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 Fresno and Lakeland

Time difference between Fresno (CA) and Lakeland (FL) is 3 Hours.
Lakeland time is 3 Hours ahead of Fresno.

Current local time in FresnoCurrent local time in Lakeland
2025-12-19, 11:02:07 PST2025-12-19, 14:02:07 EST
How Far is it Between Fresno California, USA and Lakeland Florida, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Fresno, CA and Lakeland, FL in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2652 mi 4268 km 2303 nmi
Straight line distance 2272 mi 3655 km 1973 nmi
Difference 380 mi 613 km 330 nmi

Fresno Details

Fresno is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 36° 44' 51.8'' Longitude: W 119° 46' 20.5''
Latitude36.74773
Longitude-119.77237
StateCalifornia
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Lakeland Details

Lakeland is located in Florida, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 28° 2' 22.1'' Longitude: W 81° 56' 59.3''
Latitude28.03947
Longitude-81.9498
StateFlorida
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Fresno, CA and Lakeland, FL
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 88 hours 55 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 66 hours 41 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 59 hours 16 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 53 hours 21 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 48 hours 30 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 44 hours 27 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 41 hours 2 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 38 hours 6 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 35 hours 34 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 33 hours 20 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 31 hours 22 minutes