Drive or Fly: Irvine, CA to Susanville, CA?
Side-by-side comparison of driving versus flying for this route. Costs, time, and trade-offs at a glance.
Could go either way
This distance is a toss-up. Drive if you want flexibility and lower cost, fly if you value time.
Drive
Door to Door
11h 51m
Distance
614.9 mi
Total Cost
$264
CO2
248 kg
Cost Breakdown
Fuel$84
Hotel (1 night)$110
Meals (2 days)$70
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No luggage restrictions or TSA lines
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Stop anywhere along the route
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Have your own car at the destination
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Requires 2 days of driving
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Driver fatigue on longer stretches
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Wear and tear on vehicle
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Fuel price fluctuations
Fly
Door to Door
4h 39m
59m in the air
Air Distance
492 mi
Total Cost
$195
CO2
125 kg
Cost Breakdown
Estimated ticket$140
Rental car (1 day)$55
Nearest Airports
Irvine, CAMartins Landing Field (historical) (3 mi)
Susanville, CASusanville Municipal Airport (5 mi)
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Saves about 7h 12m 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 | 11h 51m | 4h 39m |
| Total cost (1 person) | $264 | $195 |
| Carbon footprint | 248 kg CO2 | 125 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 Irvine, CA to Susanville, CA with stops, fuel costs, and turn-by-turn directions.