The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Savuti Airport (SVT) in Savuti, Botswana is 12,519 kilometers (7,779 miles / 6,760 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 97°.

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 Botswana. 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 11:44 in Charlotte, it's 18:44 in Savuti. With a 7-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 2,402 feet between the two airports. Savuti Airport sits higher than Charlotte/Douglas International Airport.

The return flight from Savuti (SVT) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 301° (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 Savuti Airport (SVT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.