Oven to Air Fryer Conversion Chart
Convert any oven recipe to air fryer settings. Use the rule below for the math, the calculator for instant results, or the chart for common foods. Free, no sign-up.
📐 The Conversion Rule
Reduce oven temperature by
25°F (15°C) and reduce cook time by 20–25%. Example: 400°F for 30 minutes in the oven → 375°F for 22–24 minutes in the air fryer.
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Air Fryer Settings
375°F · 22–24 min
Reduce temp 25°F and time by 20–25%. Check food 3 min before time is up.
The Conversion Rule (How It Works)
Air fryers work like tiny convection ovens — a heating element + high-velocity fan circulates hot air around the food. Because the chamber is small and the fan is close to the food, two things happen:
- Food cooks faster — typically 20–25% faster than a conventional oven.
- Heat is more intense — the food is closer to the heating element, so you need to drop the temperature slightly to avoid burning the outside before the inside cooks.
The standard conversion: subtract 25°F (15°C) from the oven temperature, then reduce cook time by 20–25%. Always check the food a few minutes early — air fryer models vary.
When to reduce temperature more: For thin items (cutlets, fish fillets) and baked goods (cakes, cookies), reduce by 50°F instead of 25°F. The food is closer to the heat source and will brown faster.
Conversion Chart for Common Foods
| Food | Oven Temp | Oven Time | Air Fryer Temp | Air Fryer Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Breast | 400°F | 22–25 min | 375°F | 10–15 min |
| Chicken Wings | 425°F | 45–50 min | 400°F | 20–25 min |
| Salmon | 400°F | 12–15 min | 380°F | 8–10 min |
| Bacon | 400°F | 15–20 min | 360°F | 6–9 min |
| Steak | 425°F | 12–15 min | 400°F | 8–12 min |
| Pork Chops | 400°F | 20–25 min | 375°F | 10–14 min |
| French Fries (frozen) | 425°F | 25–30 min | 400°F | 15–20 min |
| Frozen Pizza | 400°F | 12–15 min | 360°F | 6–8 min |
| Broccoli | 425°F | 15–20 min | 400°F | 6–8 min |
| Tofu | 425°F | 25–30 min | 400°F | 15–20 min |
| Baked Potato | 425°F | 50–60 min | 400°F | 30–40 min |
| Potato Wedges | 425°F | 30–35 min | 400°F | 16–20 min |
| Sausages | 400°F | 20–25 min | 360°F | 10–14 min |
| Shrimp | 400°F | 8–10 min | 400°F | 6–8 min |
| Asparagus | 425°F | 12–15 min | 400°F | 6–8 min |
Conversion Cheat Sheet (°F)
| Oven Temp | Air Fryer Temp | Time Reduction |
|---|---|---|
| 300°F | 275°F (135°C) | −25% |
| 325°F | 300°F (150°C) | −25% |
| 350°F | 325°F (165°C) | −22% |
| 375°F | 350°F (175°C) | −22% |
| 400°F | 375°F (190°C) | −20% |
| 425°F | 400°F (200°C) | −20% |
| 450°F | 425°F (220°C) | −20% |
| 475°F | 450°F (230°C) | −18% |
Tips for Successful Conversions
Preheat the air fryer. Just like an oven, a 3–5 minute preheat gives you a more accurate cook and better results.
Shake or flip halfway. The fan-driven heat is more intense from above — flip once at the halfway point to avoid over-browning the top.
Don't crowd the basket. Single layer is the rule. If the food doesn't fit, cook in batches — overcrowding leads to steaming, not crisping.
Check 3 minutes early. Air fryers vary by model. The first time you convert a recipe, set a timer 3 minutes before the calculated time and check.
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Open Air Fryer Quick →Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert an oven recipe to an air fryer?
Reduce the oven temperature by 25°F (about 15°C) and reduce the cooking time by 20–25%. So an oven recipe at 400°F for 30 minutes becomes roughly 375°F in the air fryer for 22–24 minutes. Always check food early — air fryers vary by model.
Do air fryers cook faster than ovens?
Yes — typically 20–25% faster than a conventional oven. This is because air fryers use a compact chamber and a high-velocity fan that circulates hot air directly around the food, eliminating the preheat-time loss of larger ovens.
What temperature do I set my air fryer for a 350°F oven recipe?
325°F (165°C) in the air fryer. The conversion rule is to subtract 25°F from the oven temperature. Time should also be reduced by 20–25% — a 30 minute oven bake becomes about 22–24 minutes in the air fryer.
Do I need to flip food when converting from oven to air fryer?
Yes — flip or shake food halfway through the cook time. This is more important in an air fryer than an oven because the heating element is closer to the food and the top can brown faster than the bottom.
Can I use aluminum foil or parchment in the air fryer?
Yes — both are fine. Place them in the basket, not touching the heating element, and weight them down with food so they don't fly into the element. Parchment liners with holes for airflow work best.
Does the conversion work for convection ovens?
If you're converting from a convection oven, use the recipe's exact temperature — convection ovens already run ~25°F cooler than conventional. So your air fryer setting equals the convection oven's original setting.
What about converting baking recipes (cakes, cookies)?
Baking recipes need a temperature reduction of about 50°F (not 25°F) because air fryers are smaller and the food is closer to the heating element. Reduce the oven temp by 50°F and reduce time by 20%. Cover the top with foil to prevent over-browning.
Do I need to adjust for high-altitude baking?
Air fryers are less affected by altitude than conventional ovens because of the consistent internal fan-driven temperature. You generally don't need to adjust for altitude when converting oven recipes to air fryer.