CLT
Charlotte
United States
7,273 km
4,519 miles
LUG
Lugano
Switzerland
Distance
7,273 km
4,519 mi / 3,927 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
50°
northeast

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CLT LUG
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Lugano Airport
IATA Code CLT LUG
ICAO Code KCLT LSZA
City Charlotte Lugano
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Zurich
Elevation 748 ft 915 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 46.000000, 8.910000

Charlotte (CLT) to Lugano (LUG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Lugano Airport (LUG) in Lugano, Switzerland is 7,273 kilometers (4,519 miles / 3,927 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:47 in Charlotte, it's 09:47 in Lugano. With a 6-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 Lugano (LUG) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 296° (west 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 Lugano Airport (LUG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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