Distance from Indianapolis to Irvine by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Indianapolis (IN) to Irvine (CA) is 1795 miles or 2888 kilometers or 1559 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Indianapolis to Irvine is 2068 miles (3329 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 273 miles or 441 km.

Flight distance from Indianapolis, IN to Irvine, CA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Indianapolis and Irvine is 1795 miles or 2888 km.
The nearest airport to Indianapolis, is Indianapolis International Airport (IND) and the nearest airport to Irvine, is Ontario International Airport (ONT).

What is the average flight time from Indianapolis to Irvine?

Flight time from Indianapolis, IN to Irvine, CA is 4 hours 7 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Indianapolis to Irvine Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Indianapolis, IN and Irvine, CA
This map shows the distance from Indianapolis, IN, Usa to Irvine, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Indianapolis, Indiana to Irvine, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Indianapolis, IN to Irvine, CA

The driving distance from Indianapolis, Indiana to Irvine, California is 2068 miles or 3329 km.
The total driving distance from Indianapolis, IN to Irvine, CA is 2068 miles or 3329 kilometers. Your trip begins in Indianapolis, Indiana. It ends in Irvine, California.
The driving distance from Indianapolis, Indiana to Irvine, California is approximately 2068 miles (3329 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 36 to 37 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Indianapolis, IN to Irvine, CA

How long is the drive from Indianapolis, IN to Irvine, CA?
The total driving time is 36 hours, 13 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Indianapolis to Irvine take?
Indianapolis and Irvine are 36 hours 13 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 Indianapolis and Irvine

Time difference between Indianapolis (IN) and Irvine (CA) is 3 Hours.
Irvine time is 3 Hours behind Indianapolis.

Current local time in IndianapolisCurrent local time in Irvine
2025-12-18, 11:49:01 EST2025-12-18, 08:49:01 PST
How Far is it Between Indianapolis Indiana, USA and Irvine California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Indianapolis, IN and Irvine, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2068 mi 3329 km 1795.85 nmi
Straight line distance 1795 mi 2888 km 1559 nmi
Difference 273 mi 441 km 236 nmi

Indianapolis Details

Indianapolis is located in Indiana, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 39° 46' 40.8'' Longitude: W 86° 8' 45''
Latitude39.778
Longitude-86.14584
StateIndiana
Nearest airports to Indianapolis

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Irvine Details

Irvine is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 40' 10.1'' Longitude: W 117° 49' 23.2''
Latitude33.66946
Longitude-117.82311
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to Irvine

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Indianapolis, IN and Irvine, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 69 hours 21 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 52 hours 0 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 46 hours 14 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 41 hours 36 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 37 hours 49 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 34 hours 40 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 32 hours 0 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 29 hours 43 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 27 hours 44 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 26 hours 0 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 24 hours 28 minutes