Drive or Fly: New Franklin, OH to Beavercreek, OH?
Side-by-side comparison of driving versus flying for this route. Costs, time, and trade-offs at a glance.
Driving wins
At this distance, driving is almost always faster and cheaper door-to-door.
Drive
Door to Door
3h 12m
Distance
199.5 mi
Total Cost
$64
CO2
81 kg
Cost Breakdown
Fuel$29
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
3h 59m
19m in the air
Air Distance
158 mi
Total Cost
$126
CO2
40 kg
Cost Breakdown
Estimated ticket$126
Nearest Airports
New Franklin, OHAkron-Canton Regional Airport (5 mi)
Beavercreek, OHJames M Cox Dayton International Airport (16 mi)
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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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Luggage fees and restrictions
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Less flexibility for stops along the way
At a Glance
| Drive | Fly | |
|---|---|---|
| Door-to-door time | 3h 12m | 3h 59m |
| Total cost (1 person) | $64 | $126 |
| Carbon footprint | 81 kg CO2 | 40 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 New Franklin, OH to Beavercreek, OH with stops, fuel costs, and turn-by-turn directions.