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Captiva, Florida, United States – United States Flag

Current Date And Time In Captiva, United States

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
18:34:10 PDT
State: Florida
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 583
District: Lee County

🗺 Map of Captiva, Florida, United States – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Captiva, a city in Florida, United States, located in North America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Captiva β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Captiva.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into North America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for United States operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Captiva, Florida

📍 LATITUDE
26.522°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
82.189°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)26.522° N82.1893° W
Signed Decimal Degrees26.522-82.1893
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)26° 31' 19" N82° 11' 21" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)26° 31.3212' N82° 11.3556' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Captiva Today

🔥 SUNRISE
03:58 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:08 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 9m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
10:33 AM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Captiva’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Captiva’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,952 km
(1,835 mi) • Captiva is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,186 km
(5,087 mi) • Captiva is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
26.522° S, 97.811° E
The point exactly opposite Captiva through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Captiva, you'd surface nearest to Denham, Australia, about 1,569 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Captiva

📍 Location Details

CityCaptiva
StateFlorida (State of Florida)
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
DistrictLee County
Time Zone-10:00 to -05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population583
Area (km²)27.01 km²
Area (mi²)10.43 mi²
Pop. Density21.58 /km²
Elevation6 m / 20 ft
GPS (DD)26.522, -82.1893

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Captiva

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Florida
Parent Country: United States

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 583
🏆 State Rank: #857 of 868 most populous in Florida
🏠 Share of Florida Population: 0.003%
📏 Built-Up Area: 27.01 km²
👥 Population Density: 22 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Captiva to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Florida.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Saint James CityFloridaE11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
Pine Island CenterFloridaNE12 km8 mi~12m🗺 View
MatlachaFloridaNE17 km10 mi~17m🗺 View
Punta RassaFloridaE18 km11 mi~18m🗺 View
SanibelFloridaSE18 km11 mi~18m🗺 View
BokeeliaFloridaN21 km13 mi~21m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Captiva to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Tallahassee
481 km (299 mi)
NW of Captiva • ~8h 1m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Washington
1,711 km (1,063 mi)
N of Captiva • ~28h 31m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Florida

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Florida, the home state of Captiva, along with each city's aerial distance from Tallahassee, Florida's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Jacksonville30.3322° N-81.6557° W5 m252 km🗺 View Map
Miami25.7743° N-80.1937° W2 m655 km🗺 View Map
Tampa27.9475° N-82.4584° W1 m329 km🗺 View Map
Orlando28.5383° N-81.3792° W30 m351 km🗺 View Map
St. Petersburg27.7709° N-82.6793° W13 m335 km🗺 View Map
Hialeah25.8576° N-80.2781° W2 m643 km🗺 View Map
Tallahassee30.4383° N-84.2807° W62 m0 km🗺 View Map
Fort Lauderdale26.1223° N-80.1434° W1 m628 km🗺 View Map
Cape Coral26.5629° N-81.9495° W1 m487 km🗺 View Map
Pembroke Pines26.0032° N-80.2239° W2 m633 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Southwest Florida International Airport
IATA: RSW
43 km (27 mi) from Captiva
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🌍 Captiva Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Captiva Matter

The exact GPS location of Captiva gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Florida. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Florida state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Captiva Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Captiva are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Captiva

The satellite view of Captiva lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full United States map

🌎 Regional Position of Captiva in Florida

Captiva sits within Florida, United States, in the North America region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Captiva Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Captiva for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Florida. › Browse every city in Florida

💻 Using Captiva Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Captiva in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in United States. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Captiva Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Captiva directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Captiva. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Florida CitiesAccess the full city directory for Florida ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Captiva Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Captiva?

The GPS coordinates of Captiva are latitude 26.522° and longitude -82.1893°. In directional format: 26.522° N, 82.1893° W. These coordinates mark the center of Captiva in Florida and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Captiva located?

Captiva is a city in Florida, United States, on the continent of North America. It falls within Lee County. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Captiva?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Captiva sits at: Latitude 26° 31' 19" N and Longitude 82° 11' 21" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Captiva?

Captiva has a population of approximately 583 people. This is roughly 0.003% of Florida's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Florida.

🗺 How can I view Captiva on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Captiva is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 26.522, -82.1893 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Captiva in Florida. For broader context, explore the Florida state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Captiva?

The nearest airport to Captiva is Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), roughly 43 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Captiva from Tallahassee?

Captiva is approximately 481 km (299 mi) from Tallahassee, the capital of Florida, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Florida.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Captiva?

Captiva sits at an elevation of approximately 6 meters (20 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Florida.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Captiva?

The closest cities to Captiva include Saint James City, Pine Island Center, Matlacha. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Captiva today?

Today in Captiva, sunrise is at 03:58 AM and sunset is at 05:08 PM, giving a day length of 13h 9m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Captiva's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Captiva from the Equator?

Captiva is approximately 2,952 km (1,835 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,186 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Captiva?

The antipodal point of Captiva — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Denham, Australia, roughly 1,569 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Captiva from Washington, the capital of United States?

Captiva is approximately 1,711 km (1,063 mi) N of Washington, the national capital of United States, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.