Distance from Raleigh to Pasadena by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Raleigh (NC) to Pasadena (CA) is 2224 miles or 3579 kilometers or 1932 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Raleigh to Pasadena is 2543 miles (4094 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 319 miles or 515 km.

Flight distance from Raleigh, NC to Pasadena, CA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Raleigh and Pasadena is 2224 miles or 3579 km.
The nearest airport to Raleigh, is Raleigh Durham International Airport (RDU) and the nearest airport to Pasadena, is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

What is the average flight time from Raleigh to Pasadena?

Flight time from Raleigh, NC to Pasadena, CA is 5 hours 6 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Raleigh to Pasadena Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Raleigh, NC and Pasadena, CA
This map shows the distance from Raleigh, NC, Usa to Pasadena, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Raleigh, North Carolina to Pasadena, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Raleigh, NC to Pasadena, CA

The driving distance from Raleigh, North Carolina to Pasadena, California is 2543 miles or 4094 km.
The total driving distance from Raleigh, NC to Pasadena, CA is 2543 miles or 4094 kilometers. Your trip begins in Raleigh, North Carolina. It ends in Pasadena, California.
The driving distance from Raleigh, North Carolina to Pasadena, California is approximately 2543 miles (4094 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 44 to 45 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Raleigh, NC to Pasadena, CA

How long is the drive from Raleigh, NC to Pasadena, CA?
The total driving time is 44 hours, 46 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Raleigh to Pasadena take?
Raleigh and Pasadena are 44 hours 46 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 Raleigh and Pasadena

Time difference between Raleigh (NC) and Pasadena (CA) is 3 Hours.
Pasadena time is 3 Hours behind Raleigh.

Current local time in RaleighCurrent local time in Pasadena
2025-12-05, 01:55:46 EST2025-12-04, 22:55:46 PST
How Far is it Between Raleigh North Carolina, USA and Pasadena California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Raleigh, NC and Pasadena, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2543 mi 4094 km 2208.34 nmi
Straight line distance 2224 mi 3579 km 1932 nmi
Difference 319 mi 515 km 276 nmi

Raleigh Details

Raleigh is located in North Carolina, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 35° 49' 48.7'' Longitude: W 78° 38' 29.4''
Latitude35.8302
Longitude-78.64149
StateNorth Carolina
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Pasadena Details

Pasadena is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 34° 8' 52'' Longitude: W 118° 8' 40.3''
Latitude34.14778
Longitude-118.14452
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to Pasadena

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Raleigh, NC and Pasadena, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 85 hours 17 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 63 hours 58 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 56 hours 51 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 51 hours 10 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 46 hours 31 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 42 hours 38 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 39 hours 21 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 36 hours 33 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 34 hours 7 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 31 hours 59 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 30 hours 6 minutes