Distance from Phoenix to Chico by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Phoenix (AZ) to Chico (CA) is 694 miles or 1116 kilometers or 603 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Phoenix to Chico is 840 miles (1352 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 146 miles or 236 km.

Flight distance from Phoenix, AZ to Chico, CA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Phoenix and Chico is 694 miles or 1116 km.
The nearest airport to Phoenix, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and the nearest airport to Chico, is Sacramento International Airport (SMF).

What is the average flight time from Phoenix to Chico?

Flight time from Phoenix, AZ to Chico, CA is 1 hours 35 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Phoenix to Chico Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Chico, CA

The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Chico, California is 840 miles or 1352 km.
The total driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Chico, CA is 840 miles or 1352 kilometers. Your trip begins in Phoenix, Arizona. It ends in Chico, California.
The driving distance from Phoenix, Arizona to Chico, California is approximately 840 miles (1352 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 15 to 16 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Phoenix, AZ to Chico, CA

How long is the drive from Phoenix, AZ to Chico, CA?
The total driving time is 15 hours, 27 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Phoenix to Chico take?
Phoenix and Chico are 15 hours 27 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 Phoenix and Chico

Time difference between Phoenix (AZ) and Chico (CA) is 1 Hours.
Chico time is 1 Hours ahead of Phoenix.

Current local time in PhoenixCurrent local time in Chico
2026-04-01, 01:31:43 MST2026-04-01, 02:31:43 MDT
How Far is it Between Phoenix Arizona, USA and Chico California, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 840 mi 1352 km 729.46 nmi
Straight line distance 694 mi 1116 km 603 nmi
Difference 146 mi 236 km 126 nmi

Phoenix Details

Phoenix is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 26' 54.2'' Longitude: W 112° 4' 26.5''
Latitude33.44838
Longitude-112.07404
StateArizona
Nearest airports to Phoenix

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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 Phoenix, AZ and Chico, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 28 hours 10 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 21 hours 7 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 18 hours 46 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 16 hours 53 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 15 hours 21 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 14 hours 5 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 13 hours 0 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 12 hours 4 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 11 hours 16 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 10 hours 33 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 9 hours 56 minutes