Salmon Air Fryer Cooking Time
6 oz (170 g) fillet, about 1 inch thick.
No flip needed. Cook skin-side down.
Salmon is done when it flakes but still looks slightly translucent in the very centre. It carries over as it rests.
How to cook Salmon in an air fryer
- Leave the skin on — it protects the flesh and lifts away easily after cooking.
- Dry the surface and oil it lightly for a burnished top.
- Thicker centre-cut fillets need the full 9 minutes; thin tail pieces need 7.
Cooking Salmon from frozen
From frozen, cook for 12–14 minutes at 400°F. Cook from frozen at 400°F, seasoning once the surface thaws.
Common questions
How long do you air fry Salmon?
Salmon takes 7–9 minutes at 400°F (200°C) in an air fryer. No flip needed. Cook skin-side down. Cook to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
How long does salmon take in an air fryer?
A 6 oz salmon fillet takes 7–9 minutes at 400°F (200°C). No flipping required.
Do you flip salmon in an air fryer?
No. Cook it skin-side down and leave it alone. Flipping tends to break the fillet apart.
Can you put frozen salmon in an air fryer?
Yes. Cook frozen salmon for 12–14 minutes at 400°F. Add seasoning after about 5 minutes when the surface is no longer icy.
Converting your own recipe
If you have an oven recipe for Salmon and want to work it out yourself, the rule is to drop the temperature by 25°F and cut the time by 20%. The oven to air fryer converter does it for you.