CLT
Charlotte
United States
2,929 km
1,820 miles
SBX
Shelby
United States
Distance
2,929 km
1,820 mi / 1,581 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/New_York
Heading
310°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CLT SBX
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Shelby Airport
IATA Code CLT SBX
ICAO Code KCLT KSBX
City Charlotte Shelby
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Denver
Elevation 748 ft 3,443 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 48.540000, -111.870000

Charlotte (CLT) to Shelby (SBX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Shelby Airport (SBX) in Shelby, United States is 2,929 kilometers (1,820 miles / 1,581 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 07:19 in Charlotte, it's 05:19 in Shelby.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,695 feet between the two airports. Shelby Airport sits higher than Charlotte/Douglas International Airport.

The return flight from Shelby (SBX) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 109° (east southeast). 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 Shelby Airport (SBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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