CLT
Charlotte
United States
8,232 km
5,115 miles
MLA
Luqa
Malta
Distance
8,232 km
5,115 mi / 4,445 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
57°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CLT MLA
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Luqa Airport
IATA Code CLT MLA
ICAO Code KCLT LMML
City Charlotte Luqa
Country United States Malta
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Malta
Elevation 748 ft 300 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 35.860000, 14.480000

Charlotte (CLT) to Luqa (MLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Luqa Airport (MLA) in Luqa, Malta is 8,232 kilometers (5,115 miles / 4,445 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:44 in Charlotte, it's 06:44 in Luqa. With a 6-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 Luqa (MLA) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 302° (west 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 Luqa Airport (MLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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