CLT
Charlotte
United States
11,042 km
6,861 miles
ELQ
Gassim Airport
Saudi Arabia
Distance
11,042 km
6,861 mi / 5,962 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/New_York
Heading
48°
northeast

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CLT ELQ
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Gassim Airport
IATA Code CLT ELQ
ICAO Code KCLT OEGS
City Charlotte N/A
Country United States Saudi Arabia
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 748 ft 2,126 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 26.300000, 43.770000

Charlotte (CLT) to Gassim Airport (ELQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Gassim Airport (ELQ) in Gassim Airport, Saudi Arabia is 11,042 kilometers (6,861 miles / 5,962 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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 Saudi Arabia. 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 13:26 in Charlotte, it's 21:26 in Gassim Airport. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,378 feet between the two airports. Gassim Airport sits higher than Charlotte/Douglas International Airport.

The return flight from Gassim Airport (ELQ) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 317° (northwest). 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 Gassim Airport (ELQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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