CLT
Charlotte
United States
8,620 km
5,356 miles
SZR
Stara Zagora
Bulgaria
Distance
8,620 km
5,356 mi / 4,654 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
46°
northeast

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CLT SZR
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Stara Zagora Airport
IATA Code CLT SZR
ICAO Code KCLT LBSZ
City Charlotte Stara Zagora
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Sofia
Elevation 748 ft 558 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 42.380000, 25.660000

Charlotte (CLT) to Stara Zagora (SZR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Stara Zagora Airport (SZR) in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria is 8,620 kilometers (5,356 miles / 4,654 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 Bulgaria. 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 04:50 in Charlotte, it's 11:50 in Stara Zagora. With a 7-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 Stara Zagora (SZR) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 307° (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 Stara Zagora Airport (SZR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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