Drone Flight Calculator

Calculate accurate flight times for your drone based on real-world conditions including wind, temperature, altitude, and terrain.

Safety First

Environmental analysis for drone operations

Precision

Integrates 8 physics calculations

Global Support

Presets and custom parameters for any location

Drones Regulators Environmental Factors
Wind Analysis
Battery Estimation
Temperature Impact
Humidity Effects
Terrain Factors
Altitude Adjustment
Updated January 29, 2025
DJI

Mini 3

Lightweight sub-250g drone with 4K camera and excellent battery life for beginners

ConsumerMid Range

Price

$469.00

Market price

Weight

249 g

Total weight including battery

Flight Time

38 mins

Average flight time in normal conditions

Wind Resistance

5/12

Ability to handle wind conditions

Maximum Altitude

300 m

Maximum operating altitude

Temperature Range

-10°C to 40°C

Operating temperature range

Maximum Wind Speed

24 mph

Maximum recommended wind speed

Performance Analysis

Overall Performance
Comprehensive performance score
85/100
Grade: B+
Power Efficiency
Flight time per weight
0.153 min/g
A+
100/100
Acceleration Score
Speed & agility capability
58.3/100
D
58.3/100
Weather Versatility
All-condition capability
61/100
D
61/100
Mission Endurance
Long-mission capability
100/100
A+
100/100
Portability Index
Travel & setup friendliness
96.5/100
A+
96.5/100
Precision Control
Stability & control precision
62/100
D
62/100
All-Weather Capability
Performance across conditions
63.3/100
D
63.3/100
Range Efficiency
Distance per weight
40.16 km/kg
A+
100/100

Performance Insights(12 insights)

✓ 9 strengths! 2 areas to consider→ 2 recommendations
  • ✓Exceptional power efficiency (100/100) - excellent for extended missions and battery life optimization
  • ✓Exceptional mission endurance (100/100) - perfect for long-duration professional operations
  • ✓Outstanding portability (96.5/100) - excellent for travel, hiking, and quick deployment scenarios
  • ✓Outstanding value for money (100/100) - exceptional performance-to-price ratio
  • ✓Excellent performance per dollar (213.22/k$) - top-tier performance value in its price range
  • ✓Low cost per flight hour ($0.74/hr) - economical for frequent use and commercial operations
  • ✓Exceptional performance for consumer category (85/100) - rivals many professional drones
  • →Great portability for everyday use (96.5/100) - perfect for casual photography and travel
  • ✓Sub-250g weight advantage - fewer regulatory restrictions in most countries, easier registration and operation
  • !Limited wind performance (66.7/100) - best suited for calm weather conditions
  • →Great entry-level choice - offers good performance and efficiency at an attractive price point
  • !Multiple performance limitations - achieves only average grades in 3 key areas

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Use our advanced calculator to determine the exact flight time based on your specific conditions, including wind speed, temperature, and altitude.