CLT
Charlotte
United States
9,433 km
5,861 miles
PYE
Penrhyn Island
CK
Distance
9,433 km
5,861 mi / 5,093 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
America/New_York
Heading
255°
west southwest

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CLT PYE
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Tongareva Airport
IATA Code CLT PYE
ICAO Code KCLT NCPY
City Charlotte Penrhyn Island
Country United States CK
Timezone America/New_York Pacific/Rarotonga
Elevation 748 ft 8 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 -9.010000, -158.030000

Charlotte (CLT) to Penrhyn Island (PYE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Tongareva Airport (PYE) in Penrhyn Island, CK is 9,433 kilometers (5,861 miles / 5,093 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 255°.

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 CK. 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 17:32 in Charlotte, it's 12:32 in Penrhyn Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Penrhyn Island (PYE) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 53° (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 Tongareva Airport (PYE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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