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Flights from Colombo to Charlotte

There are no direct flights from Colombo to Charlotte. The easiest way is one stop via Abu Dhabi or Frankfurt, about 21h 31m door to door.

No direct flights · 4 connection options From 21h 24m
CMBCLTAUH

Colombo to Charlotte at a glance

Fastest journey21h 24mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Abu Dhabi or Frankfurt

Best ways to fly from Colombo to Charlotte

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

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CMB Abu Dhabi (AUH) CLT
Leg 1: Air Arabia, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways · Leg 2: Etihad Airways
One airline, one ticket ~21h 31m
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CMB Frankfurt (FRA) CLT
Leg 1: SriLankan Airlines · Leg 2: American Airlines
Same alliance ~21h 24m
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CMB London (LHR) CLT
Leg 1: SriLankan Airlines · Leg 2: American Airlines
Same alliance ~21h 25m
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CMB Paris (CDG) CLT
Leg 1: SriLankan Airlines · Leg 2: American Airlines
Same alliance ~21h 29m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
14,910 km9,259 miles
Journey time
21h 24mestimate
Time difference
-10.5hCharlotte vs Colombo
Currency in Charlotte
USD
Airports
CMB → CLT

Flights from Colombo to Charlotte: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Colombo to Charlotte?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Abu Dhabi, Frankfurt and London. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Colombo to Charlotte?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 21h 24m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 14,910 km.
Where do you change planes between Colombo and Charlotte?
The best connecting points are Abu Dhabi (AUH), Frankfurt (FRA), London (LHR) and Paris (CDG). Air Arabia flies both legs via Abu Dhabi, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Colombo and Charlotte?
Colombo: Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB). Charlotte: Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT).
What is the time difference between Colombo and Charlotte?
Charlotte is 10.5 hours behind Colombo.

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