The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Dien Bien Phu Airport (DIN) in Dien Bien Phu, Vietnam is 13,706 kilometers (8,517 miles / 7,401 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Vietnam. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:13 in Charlotte, it's 19:13 in Dien Bien Phu. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Dien Bien Phu (DIN) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 4° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Dien Bien Phu Airport (DIN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.