CLT
Charlotte
United States
8,212 km
5,103 miles
WAX
Zuwara
Libya
Distance
8,212 km
5,103 mi / 4,434 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
61°
east northeast

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CLT WAX
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Zwara Airport
IATA Code CLT WAX
ICAO Code KCLT HLZW
City Charlotte Zuwara
Country United States Libya
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Tripoli
Elevation 748 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 32.950000, 12.020000

Charlotte (CLT) to Zuwara (WAX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Zwara Airport (WAX) in Zuwara, Libya is 8,212 kilometers (5,103 miles / 4,434 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

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 Libya. 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 02:31 in Charlotte, it's 09:31 in Zuwara. 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 Zuwara (WAX) 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 Zwara Airport (WAX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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