Air Fryer Conversion Calculator
Convert conventional oven temperature and time to air fryer settings.
Air fryer temperature375°F
Air fryer time16min
Air fryer temp (°C)191°C
Air fryers circulate hot air, so they cook hotter and faster than a conventional oven. A common rule is to lower the temperature by about 25°F (≈ 15°C) and cut the time by roughly 20% (multiply by 0.8). A recipe at 400°F for 20 minutes becomes about 375°F for 16 minutes in the air fryer. Check food a few minutes early the first time, since models vary.
Questions
How do I convert an oven recipe to an air fryer?
Lower the oven temperature by about 25°F and reduce the cooking time by roughly 20%. A dish baked at 400°F for 20 minutes becomes about 375°F for 16 minutes in an air fryer.
Why does an air fryer cook faster?
An air fryer is a small convection oven — a fan blows hot air directly around the food, so heat reaches the surface faster and more evenly than in a large conventional oven.