Chico to Flagstaff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chico from Flagstaff?

The distance from Chico to Flagstaff is 639.8 miles (1029.6 km) as the crow flies. Flagstaff is located ESE of Chico. By car, the driving distance is approximately 767.7 miles, taking about 15h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 47min. Both are located in United States — Chico in California and Flagstaff in Arizona.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Chico and Flagstaff. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.