Airport Comparison
| CLT | GWS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Charlotte/Douglas International Airport | Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | CLT | GWS |
| ICAO Code | KCLT | KGWS |
| City | Charlotte | Glenwood Springs |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 748 ft | 5,916 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.210000, -80.950000 | 39.510000, -107.310000 |
Charlotte (CLT) to Glenwood Springs (GWS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport (GWS) in Glenwood Springs, United States is 2,369 kilometers (1,472 miles / 1,279 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 02:47 in Charlotte, it's 00:47 in Glenwood Springs.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,168 feet between the two airports. Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport sits higher than Charlotte/Douglas International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Glenwood Springs (GWS) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 93° (east). 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 Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport (GWS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.