CLT
Charlotte
United States
12,197 km
7,579 miles
EYS
Eliye Springs
Kenya
Distance
12,197 km
7,579 mi / 6,586 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/New_York
Heading
71°
east northeast

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CLT EYS
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Eliye Springs Airport
IATA Code CLT EYS
ICAO Code KCLT HKES
City Charlotte Eliye Springs
Country United States Kenya
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 748 ft 1,395 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 3.220000, 35.970000

Charlotte (CLT) to Eliye Springs (EYS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Eliye Springs Airport (EYS) in Eliye Springs, Kenya is 12,197 kilometers (7,579 miles / 6,586 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 71°.

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 Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:51 in Charlotte, it's 09:51 in Eliye Springs. 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.

The return flight from Eliye Springs (EYS) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 309° (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 Eliye Springs Airport (EYS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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