CLT
Charlotte
United States
12,242 km
7,607 miles
GXF
Sayun
Yemen
Distance
12,242 km
7,607 mi / 6,610 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/New_York
Heading
52°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CLT GXF
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Sayun International Airport
IATA Code CLT GXF
ICAO Code KCLT OYSY
City Charlotte Sayun
Country United States Yemen
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Aden
Elevation 748 ft 2,097 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 15.970000, 48.790000

Charlotte (CLT) to Sayun (GXF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Sayun International Airport (GXF) in Sayun, Yemen is 12,242 kilometers (7,607 miles / 6,610 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 Yemen. 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 04:08 in Charlotte, it's 12:08 in Sayun. 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 1,349 feet between the two airports. Sayun International Airport sits higher than Charlotte/Douglas International Airport.

The return flight from Sayun (GXF) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 318° (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 Sayun International Airport (GXF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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