Drive or Fly: Abingdon, VA to Virginia Beach, VA?
Side-by-side comparison of driving versus flying for this route. Costs, time, and trade-offs at a glance.
Driving wins
Short enough to drive comfortably in a day. Airport overhead makes flying slower door-to-door.
Drive
Door to Door
6h 45m
Distance
390 mi
Total Cost
$96
CO2
158 kg
Cost Breakdown
Fuel$61
Meals (1 day)$35
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No luggage restrictions or TSA lines
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Comfortable one-day drive
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Stop anywhere along the route
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Have your own car at the destination
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Likely faster door-to-door than flying
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Wear and tear on vehicle
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Fuel price fluctuations
Fly
Door to Door
4h 20m
40m in the air
Air Distance
332 mi
Total Cost
$188
CO2
85 kg
Cost Breakdown
Estimated ticket$133
Rental car (1 day)$55
Nearest Airports
Abingdon, VABristol / Johnson / Kingsport, Tri-City Regional Airport (29 mi)
Virginia Beach, VAVirginia Beach, Oceana, Naval Air Station (4 mi)
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Saves about 2h 25m compared to driving
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Less physical fatigue
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Predictable arrival time
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Airport security and check-in overhead
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May need a rental car at destination
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Luggage fees and restrictions
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Less flexibility for stops along the way
At a Glance
| Drive | Fly | |
|---|---|---|
| Door-to-door time | 6h 45m | 4h 20m |
| Total cost (1 person) | $96 | $188 |
| Carbon footprint | 158 kg CO2 | 85 kg CO2 |
| Flexibility | High | Low |
| Luggage | Unlimited | Restricted |
Costs are rough estimates based on US averages. Flight prices vary by airline, date, and booking time.
Decided to drive? See the full trip plan from Abingdon, VA to Virginia Beach, VA with stops, fuel costs, and turn-by-turn directions.