CLT
Charlotte
United States
14,470 km
8,991 miles
WAI
Antsohihy
Madagascar
Distance
14,470 km
8,991 mi / 7,813 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/New_York
Heading
79°
east

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CLT WAI
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Ambalabe Airport
IATA Code CLT WAI
ICAO Code KCLT FMNW
City Charlotte Antsohihy
Country United States Madagascar
Timezone America/New_York Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 748 ft 92 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 -14.900000, 47.990000

Charlotte (CLT) to Antsohihy (WAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Ambalabe Airport (WAI) in Antsohihy, Madagascar is 14,470 kilometers (8,991 miles / 7,813 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east at a heading of 79°.

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 Madagascar. 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 19:15 in Charlotte, it's 03:15 in Antsohihy. With a 8-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 Antsohihy (WAI) to Charlotte (CLT) follows a heading of 304° (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 Ambalabe Airport (WAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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