Drive or Fly: Ives Estates, FL to Brent, FL?
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
9h 46m
Distance
659.8 mi
Total Cost
$145
CO2
267 kg
Cost Breakdown
Fuel$110
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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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 44m
1h 4m in the air
Air Distance
531 mi
Total Cost
$196
CO2
135 kg
Cost Breakdown
Estimated ticket$141
Rental car (1 day)$55
Nearest Airports
Ives Estates, FLHollywood, North Perry Airport (5 mi)
Brent, FLPensacola International Airport (3 mi)
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Saves about 5h 2m 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 | 9h 46m | 4h 44m |
| Total cost (1 person) | $145 | $196 |
| Carbon footprint | 267 kg CO2 | 135 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 Ives Estates, FL to Brent, FL with stops, fuel costs, and turn-by-turn directions.