Flagstaff to Redding: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Flagstaff from Redding?

The distance from Flagstaff to Redding is 693.1 miles (1115.5 km) as the crow flies. Redding is located NW of Flagstaff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 831.8 miles, taking about 16h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Both are located in United States — Flagstaff in Arizona and Redding in California.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Flagstaff and Redding. 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.