The flight distance from Almaty International Airport (ALA) in Almaty, Kazakhstan to Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States is 10,999 kilometers (6,835 miles / 5,939 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.

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 Kazakhstan with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:44 in Almaty, it's 15:44 in Charlotte. With a 9-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 1,490 feet between the two airports. Charlotte/Douglas International Airport sits lower than Almaty International Airport.

The return flight from Charlotte (CLT) to Almaty (ALA) follows a heading of 16° (north 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 Almaty International Airport (ALA) and Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.