The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Kwailabesi Airport (KWS) in Kwailabesi, Solomon Islands is 13,101 kilometers (8,141 miles / 7,074 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:20 in Charlotte, it's 18:20 in Kwailabesi. With a 15-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 Kwailabesi (KWS) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 54° (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 Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Kwailabesi Airport (KWS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.