CLT
Charlotte
United States
15,636 km
9,716 miles
SBW
Sibu
Malaysia
Distance
15,636 km
9,716 mi / 8,443 nm
Est. Flight Time
19h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+13h
America/New_York
Heading
339°
north northwest

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CLT SBW
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Sibu Airport
IATA Code CLT SBW
ICAO Code KCLT WBGS
City Charlotte Sibu
Country United States Malaysia
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Kuching
Elevation 748 ft 122 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 2.260000, 111.980000

Charlotte (CLT) to Sibu (SBW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Sibu Airport (SBW) in Sibu, Malaysia is 15,636 kilometers (9,716 miles / 8,443 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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 Malaysia. 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 04:44 in Charlotte, it's 17:44 in Sibu. With a 13-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 Sibu (SBW) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 17° (north 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 Sibu Airport (SBW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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