CLT
Charlotte
United States
3,321 km
2,063 miles
SDM
San Diego
United States
Distance
3,321 km
2,063 mi / 1,793 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/New_York
Heading
275°
west

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CLT SDM
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Brown Field Municipal Airport
IATA Code CLT SDM
ICAO Code KCLT KSDM
City Charlotte San Diego
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 748 ft 526 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 32.570000, -116.980000

Charlotte (CLT) to San Diego (SDM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Brown Field Municipal Airport (SDM) in San Diego, United States is 3,321 kilometers (2,063 miles / 1,793 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 275°.

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 a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 3-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 12:30 in Charlotte, it's 09:30 in San Diego. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from San Diego (SDM) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 75° (east 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 Brown Field Municipal Airport (SDM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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