Flight Carbon Footprint

Enter the flight distance and an emission factor to estimate the resulting carbon footprint.

Great-circle distance of the flight
Average CO₂ emitted per passenger-kilometer

Educational information, not professional advice.

Examples

  • 1000 km at 0.115 ⇒ 115 kg CO₂
  • 5000 km at 0.115 ⇒ 575 kg CO₂
  • 750 km at 0.115 ⇒ 86.25 kg CO₂

FAQ

What emission factor is used?

0.115 kg CO₂ per passenger-km is a common estimate.

Does this include radiative forcing?

No, it's a basic estimate without additional multipliers.

How accurate is this?

Actual emissions vary by aircraft and load.

Can I offset these emissions?

Look for reputable carbon offset programs.

Additional Information

  • Emission factors vary by aircraft type and load; 0.115 kg/km is a common average.
  • Long-haul flights typically have a lower per-km footprint than short hops.