CLT
Charlotte
United States
10,981 km
6,823 miles
CQD
Shahrekord
Iran
Distance
10,981 km
6,823 mi / 5,929 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8.5h
America/New_York
Heading
40°
northeast

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CLT CQD
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Shahrekord Airport
IATA Code CLT CQD
ICAO Code KCLT OIFS
City Charlotte Shahrekord
Country United States Iran
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Tehran
Elevation 748 ft 6,723 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 32.300000, 50.840000

Charlotte (CLT) to Shahrekord (CQD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Shahrekord Airport (CQD) in Shahrekord, Iran is 10,981 kilometers (6,823 miles / 5,929 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:46 in Charlotte, it's 11:16 in Shahrekord. With a 8.5-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 5,975 feet between the two airports. Shahrekord Airport sits higher than Charlotte/Douglas International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Shahrekord (CQD) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 322° (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 Shahrekord Airport (CQD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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