CLT
Charlotte
United States
2,786 km
1,731 miles
TUS
Tucson
United States
Distance
2,786 km
1,731 mi / 1,504 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/New_York
Heading
272°
west

Airport Comparison

CLT TUS
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Tucson International Airport
IATA Code CLT TUS
ICAO Code KCLT KTUS
City Charlotte Tucson
Country United States United States
Timezone America/New_York America/Phoenix
Elevation 748 ft 2,643 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 32.120000, -110.940000

Charlotte (CLT) to Tucson (TUS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Tucson International Airport (TUS) in Tucson, United States is 2,786 kilometers (1,731 miles / 1,504 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 272°.

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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 04:40 in Charlotte, it's 02:40 in Tucson.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,895 feet between the two airports. Tucson International Airport sits higher than Charlotte/Douglas International Airport.

The return flight from Tucson (TUS) 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 Tucson International Airport (TUS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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