CLT
Charlotte
United States
12,699 km
7,891 miles
RUK
Rukumkot
Nepal
Distance
12,699 km
7,891 mi / 6,857 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+10.75h
America/New_York
Heading
16°
north northeast

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CLT RUK
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Rukumkot Airport
IATA Code CLT RUK
ICAO Code KCLT VNRK
City Charlotte Rukumkot
Country United States Nepal
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 748 ft 2,500 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 28.630000, 82.190000

Charlotte (CLT) to Rukumkot (RUK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Rukumkot Airport (RUK) in Rukumkot, Nepal is 12,699 kilometers (7,891 miles / 6,857 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.

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 Nepal. 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 11:40 in Charlotte, it's 22:25 in Rukumkot. With a 10.75-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 1,752 feet between the two airports. Rukumkot Airport sits higher than Charlotte/Douglas International Airport.

The return flight from Rukumkot (RUK) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 345° (north 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 Rukumkot Airport (RUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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