The flight distance from Batticaloa Airport (BTC) in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka to Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States is 14,907 kilometers (9,262 miles / 8,049 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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 Sri Lanka 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 11:15 in Batticaloa, it's 00:45 in Charlotte. With a 10.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Charlotte (CLT) to Batticaloa (BTC) follows a heading of 24° (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 Batticaloa Airport (BTC) and Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.