Air Fryer Conversion Chart: Oven to Air Fryer Times
July 14, 2026
This air fryer conversion chart shows you how to turn any oven recipe into air fryer settings — just lower the temperature and shorten the time. Below you will find the chart, the simple rule, and a free converter.
Air fryer conversion chart
Use this air fryer conversion chart to adjust common oven temperatures:
| Oven | Air fryer | Air fryer (°F) |
|---|---|---|
| 160 °C | 140 °C | 285 °F |
| 180 °C | 160 °C | 320 °F |
| 190 °C | 170 °C | 340 °F |
| 200 °C | 180 °C | 355 °F |
| 220 °C | 200 °C | 390 °F |
| 230 °C | 210 °C | 410 °F |
The simple air fryer rule
An air fryer is a compact convection oven, so it cooks faster and more evenly. That is why the air fryer conversion chart lowers both the temperature and the time — it stops food browning outside before it is cooked through.
Air fryer cooking tips
- Preheat for 2–3 minutes for crisp results.
- Do not overcrowd the basket — air needs to circulate.
- Shake or turn food halfway through.
- Check early the first time you convert a recipe.
Convert any recipe automatically
Skip the chart and use our Oven to Air Fryer converter for exact temperature and time. Working from a recipe in Fahrenheit? The Celsius to Fahrenheit converter helps too.
Learn how the technology works at air fryer.
Frequently asked questions
Do you preheat an air fryer? Usually 2-3 minutes is enough for the best texture.
How much do you reduce oven temperature for an air fryer? By about 20 degrees C (25 degrees F), as shown in the air fryer conversion chart above.
Can I put any oven recipe in an air fryer? Most work well, but check the food early the first time.