Flight Route · Domestic
Charlotte → San Francisco
CLT to SFO
Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Francisco International Airport: 2,291 miles (3,687 km), about 5h 7m airborne, −3h time-zone shift on arrival.
Distance
2,291 mi
3,687 km
Flight time
5h 7m
block time, approx
Time-zone shift
−3h
New_York → Los_Angeles
International?
No (domestic)
United States
CLT–SFO questions, answered
How long is the flight from Charlotte to San Francisco?
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A direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) takes approximately 5h 7m. Actual block time varies with aircraft type, winds, and routing.
What is the distance from CLT to SFO?
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The great-circle distance from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 2291 miles (3687 kilometers). Actual flown distance varies slightly with the routing assigned by air traffic control.
What is the time difference between Charlotte and San Francisco?
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San Francisco is −3h relative to Charlotte. America/New_York → America/Los_Angeles.
Which airlines fly from CLT to SFO?
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Carriers serving both endpoints include various international and regional carriers. Direct service depends on the specific carrier and season — confirm with your booking source for current schedules.
Is this an international flight?
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No — both Charlotte and San Francisco are in United States, so this is a domestic flight.
Can I track CLT–SFO flights on TripDesk365?
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