CLT
Charlotte
United States
6,113 km
3,798 miles
SCS
Shetland Islands
United Kingdom
Distance
6,113 km
3,798 mi / 3,301 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
36°
northeast

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CLT SCS
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Scatsta Airport
IATA Code CLT SCS
ICAO Code KCLT EGPM
City Charlotte Shetland Islands
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 748 ft 81 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 60.430000, -1.300000

Charlotte (CLT) to Shetland Islands (SCS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Scatsta Airport (SCS) in Shetland Islands, United Kingdom is 6,113 kilometers (3,798 miles / 3,301 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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 United Kingdom. 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 17:10 in Charlotte, it's 22:10 in Shetland Islands. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Shetland Islands (SCS) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 281° (west). 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 Scatsta Airport (SCS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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