CLT
Charlotte
United States
8,237 km
5,118 miles
XGA
Gaoua
Burkina Faso
Distance
8,237 km
5,118 mi / 4,448 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
88°
east

Airport Comparison

CLT XGA
Airport Name Charlotte/Douglas International Airport Gaoua Airport
IATA Code CLT XGA
ICAO Code KCLT DFOG
City Charlotte Gaoua
Country United States Burkina Faso
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Ouagadougou
Elevation 748 ft 912 ft
Coordinates 35.210000, -80.950000 10.300000, -3.250000

Charlotte (CLT) to Gaoua (XGA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT) in Charlotte, United States to Gaoua Airport (XGA) in Gaoua, Burkina Faso is 8,237 kilometers (5,118 miles / 4,448 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 88°.

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 Burkina Faso. 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 05:50 in Charlotte, it's 10:50 in Gaoua. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

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

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