CLT
Charlotte
United States
12,692 km
7,886 miles
CXN
Candala
Somalia
Distance
12,692 km
7,886 mi / 6,853 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/New_York
Heading
54°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CLT CXN
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Candala Airport
IATA Code CLT CXN
ICAO Code KCLT HCMC
City Charlotte Candala
Country United States Somalia
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Mogadishu
Elevation 748 ft 9 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 11.500000, 49.920000

Charlotte (CLT) to Candala (CXN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Candala Airport (CXN) in Candala, Somalia is 12,692 kilometers (7,886 miles / 6,853 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.

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 Somalia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:02 in Charlotte, it's 06:02 in Candala. 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 Candala (CXN) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 317° (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 Candala Airport (CXN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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