CLT
Charlotte
United States
8,385 km
5,210 miles
PUK
Pukarua
French Polynesia
Distance
8,385 km
5,210 mi / 4,527 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
America/New_York
Heading
234°
southwest

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CLT PUK
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Pukarua Airport
IATA Code CLT PUK
ICAO Code KCLT NTGQ
City Charlotte Pukarua
Country United States French Polynesia
Timezone America/New_York Pacific/Tahiti
Elevation 748 ft 5 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 -18.300000, -137.020000

Charlotte (CLT) to Pukarua (PUK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Pukarua Airport (PUK) in Pukarua, French Polynesia is 8,385 kilometers (5,210 miles / 4,527 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southwest at a heading of 234°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:49 in Charlotte, it's 04:49 in Pukarua. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Pukarua (PUK) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 44° (northeast). 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 Pukarua Airport (PUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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