CLT
Charlotte
United States
7,869 km
4,889 miles
TOM
Timbuktu
Mali
Distance
7,869 km
4,889 mi / 4,249 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
83°
east

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CLT TOM
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Timbuktu Airport
IATA Code CLT TOM
ICAO Code KCLT GATB
City Charlotte Timbuktu
Country United States Mali
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Bamako
Elevation 748 ft 863 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 16.730000, -3.010000

Charlotte (CLT) to Timbuktu (TOM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Timbuktu Airport (TOM) in Timbuktu, Mali is 7,869 kilometers (4,889 miles / 4,249 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 83°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:13 in Charlotte, it's 18:13 in Timbuktu. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Timbuktu (TOM) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 302° (west 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 Timbuktu Airport (TOM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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