CLT
Charlotte
United States
8,262 km
5,133 miles
XKY
Kaya
Burkina Faso
Distance
8,262 km
5,133 mi / 4,461 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
85°
east

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CLT XKY
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Kaya Airport
IATA Code CLT XKY
ICAO Code KCLT DFCA
City Charlotte Kaya
Country United States Burkina Faso
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Ouagadougou
Elevation 748 ft 984 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 13.070000, -1.100000

Charlotte (CLT) to Kaya (XKY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Kaya Airport (XKY) in Kaya, Burkina Faso is 8,262 kilometers (5,133 miles / 4,461 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 85°.

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 Burkina Faso. 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 23:46 in Charlotte, it's 04:46 in Kaya. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Kaya (XKY) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 303° (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 Kaya Airport (XKY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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