The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Suketar Airport (TPJ) in Taplejung, Nepal is 12,957 kilometers (8,051 miles / 6,996 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 11°.

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 Nepal. 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 05:52 in Charlotte, it's 16:37 in Taplejung. With a 10.75-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,242 feet between the two airports. Suketar Airport sits higher than Charlotte/Douglas International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Taplejung (TPJ) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 350° (north). 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 Suketar Airport (TPJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.