The flight distance from Bedford Downs Airport (BDW) in Bedford Downs Airport, Australia to Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States is 16,573 kilometers (10,298 miles / 8,948 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:00 in Bedford Downs Airport, it's 02:00 in Charlotte. With a 13-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 1,002 feet between the two airports. Charlotte/Douglas International Airport sits lower than Bedford Downs Airport.

The return flight from Charlotte (CLT) to Bedford Downs Airport (BDW) follows a heading of 298° (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 Bedford Downs Airport (BDW) and Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.