Air Fryer Converter: Oven Time and Temp
This air fryer converter adapts any conventional oven recipe for your air fryer. Enter the oven temperature and cooking time and it applies the standard rule: lower the temperature by 25°F (about 15°C) and cut the time by about 20%, then suggests when to check and shake the basket. It also works in reverse for turning an air fryer recipe into oven settings, and supports convection ovens. Results show °F and °C, plus a quick chart for common foods like chicken wings, fries and salmon.
Air Fryer Converter
Convert a regular oven recipe to air fryer temperature and time, or the other way around.
How to use the Air Fryer Converter
- Choose oven to air fryer or air fryer to oven.
- Pick the oven type: conventional or convection.
- Enter the recipe temperature and time.
- Read the new temperature, time and check point.
Air fryer conversion rule
Air fryer temperature = oven temperature − 25°F · Air fryer time ≈ oven time × 0.8 (for a convection oven: −10°F and × 0.9)
Features
- Oven ↔ air fryer both ways
- °F and °C
- Convection oven option
- Common food chart
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert oven time to air fryer time?
Reduce the temperature by 25°F and cut the time by about 20%. A recipe that bakes at 400°F for 25 minutes becomes 375°F for about 20 minutes.
Do I need to preheat an air fryer?
Many models heat up in 2 to 3 minutes. Preheating helps crisp foods like fries and wings brown evenly.
What if my recipe is for a convection oven?
Convection ovens already circulate air, so only a small change is needed: lower the temperature about 10°F and reduce the time by about 10%.
Why should I check the food early?
Air fryers vary in size and power. Check at about two-thirds of the time and shake or flip the food for even cooking.
Can I use the same recipe amounts?
Yes, but cook in a single layer. An overfilled basket blocks airflow and needs more time.