BZI
Balikesir
Turkey
8,958 km
5,566 miles
CLT
Charlotte
United States
Distance
8,958 km
5,566 mi / 4,837 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
308°
northwest

Airport Comparison

BZI CLT
Airport Name Balikesir Merkez Airport Charlotte/Douglas International Airport
IATA Code BZI CLT
ICAO Code LTBF KCLT
City Balikesir Charlotte
Country Turkey United States
Timezone Europe/Istanbul America/New_York
Elevation 340 ft 748 ft
Coordinates 39.620000, 27.930000 35.210000, -80.950000

Balikesir (BZI) to Charlotte (CLT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Balikesir Merkez Airport (BZI) in Balikesir, Turkey to Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States is 8,958 kilometers (5,566 miles / 4,837 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

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 Turkey 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 02:50 in Balikesir, it's 18:50 in Charlotte. With a 8-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 Balikesir (BZI) follows a heading of 48° (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 Balikesir Merkez Airport (BZI) and Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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