The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Luena Airport (LUO) in Luena, Angola is 11,737 kilometers (7,293 miles / 6,338 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east at a heading of 94°.

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 Angola. 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 03:59 in Charlotte, it's 09:59 in Luena. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,612 feet between the two airports. Luena Airport sits higher than Charlotte/Douglas International Airport.

The return flight from Luena (LUO) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 304° (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 Luena Airport (LUO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.