Distance from Philadelphia to Cape Canaveral by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Philadelphia (PA) to Cape Canaveral (FL) is 856 miles or 1378 kilometers or 744 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Philadelphia to Cape Canaveral is 1007 miles (1622 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 151 miles or 244 km.

Flight distance from Philadelphia, PA to Cape Canaveral, FL in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Philadelphia and Cape Canaveral is 856 miles or 1378 km.
The nearest airport to Philadelphia, is Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and the nearest airport to Cape Canaveral, is Orlando International Airport (MCO).

What is the average flight time from Philadelphia to Cape Canaveral?

Flight time from Philadelphia, PA to Cape Canaveral, FL is 1 hours 58 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Philadelphia to Cape Canaveral Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Philadelphia, PA and Cape Canaveral, FL
This map shows the distance from Philadelphia, PA, Usa to Cape Canaveral, FL, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Cape Canaveral, Florida is displayed below.

Driving distance from Philadelphia, PA to Cape Canaveral, FL

The driving distance from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Cape Canaveral, Florida is 1007 miles or 1622 km.
The total driving distance from Philadelphia, PA to Cape Canaveral, FL is 1007 miles or 1622 kilometers. Your trip begins in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It ends in Cape Canaveral, Florida.
The driving distance from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Cape Canaveral, Florida is approximately 1007 miles (1622 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 18 to 19 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Philadelphia, PA to Cape Canaveral, FL

How long is the drive from Philadelphia, PA to Cape Canaveral, FL?
The total driving time is 18 hours, 58 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Philadelphia to Cape Canaveral take?
Philadelphia and Cape Canaveral are 18 hours 58 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 Philadelphia and Cape Canaveral

Time difference between Philadelphia (PA) and Cape Canaveral (FL) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in PhiladelphiaCurrent local time in Cape Canaveral
2025-12-13, 02:28:48 EST2025-12-13, 02:28:48 EST
How Far is it Between Philadelphia Pennsylvania, USA and Cape Canaveral Florida, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Philadelphia, PA and Cape Canaveral, FL in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1007 mi 1622 km 874.48 nmi
Straight line distance 856 mi 1378 km 744 nmi
Difference 151 mi 244 km 130 nmi

Philadelphia Details

Philadelphia is located in Pennsylvania, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 39° 57' 8.4'' Longitude: W 75° 9' 49.6''
Latitude39.95234
Longitude-75.16379
StatePennsylvania
Nearest airports to Philadelphia

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Cape Canaveral Details

Cape Canaveral is located in Florida, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 28° 24' 21'' Longitude: W 80° 36' 17.2''
Latitude28.40584
Longitude-80.60477
StateFlorida
Nearest airports to Cape Canaveral

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Philadelphia, PA and Cape Canaveral, FL
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 33 hours 47 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 25 hours 20 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 22 hours 31 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 20 hours 16 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 18 hours 25 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 16 hours 53 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 15 hours 35 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 14 hours 28 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 13 hours 31 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 12 hours 40 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 11 hours 55 minutes