CLT
Charlotte
United States
10,844 km
6,738 miles
RUD
Shahroud Airport
Iran
Distance
10,844 km
6,738 mi / 5,855 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8.5h
America/New_York
Heading
34°
northeast

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CLT RUD
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Shahroud Airport
IATA Code CLT RUD
ICAO Code KCLT OIMJ
City Charlotte N/A
Country United States Iran
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Tehran
Elevation 748 ft 4,215 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 36.430000, 55.100000

Charlotte (CLT) to Shahroud Airport (RUD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Shahroud Airport (RUD) in Shahroud Airport, Iran is 10,844 kilometers (6,738 miles / 5,855 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 34°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:01 in Charlotte, it's 12:31 in Shahroud Airport. With a 8.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,467 feet between the two airports. Shahroud Airport sits higher than Charlotte/Douglas International Airport.

The return flight from Shahroud Airport (RUD) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 325° (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 Shahroud Airport (RUD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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