CLT
Charlotte
United States
2,812 km
1,747 miles
PLD
Playa Samara
Costa Rica
Distance
2,812 km
1,747 mi / 1,518 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
190°
south

Airport Comparison

CLT PLD
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Playa Samara Airport
IATA Code CLT PLD
ICAO Code KCLT MRSR
City Charlotte Playa Samara
Country United States Costa Rica
Timezone America/New_York America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 748 ft 10 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 10.250000, -85.420000

Charlotte (CLT) to Playa Samara (PLD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Playa Samara Airport (PLD) in Playa Samara, Costa Rica is 2,812 kilometers (1,747 miles / 1,518 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 190°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Costa Rica. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:32 in Charlotte, it's 07:32 in Playa Samara.

The return flight from Playa Samara (PLD) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 9° (north). 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 Playa Samara Airport (PLD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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