Charlotte to Dalian (Changhai) (CLT–CNI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Charlotte to Dalian (Changhai)
Flown by charter / private operators — no scheduled airline service.
7,075 mi 12h 47m nonstop +12h ahead

CLT–CNI has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
CLT → CNI
77%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
77%
Return
CNI → CLT
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. CLT delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+12h
Dalian (Changhai) is 12 hours ahead of Charlotte.
CLT: EDT · CNI: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Charlotte, it's 6:00 AM (next day) in Dalian (Changhai).
Distance & Flight Time
7,075 mi / 11,386 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 12h 47m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders can enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days under a temporary policy running through December 31, 2026. This covers tourism, business visits, and transit. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

For stays beyond 30 days, a standard visa from a Chinese embassy or consulate is required before departure. Separate 144-hour and 72-hour visa-free transit programs exist at select airports for travelers continuing to a third country.

Getting to CLT

There is no rail link to CLT. CATS Route 5 bus runs from Charlotte Transportation Center to the airport in 45 minutes ($2.20). The airport is 7 miles from Uptown Charlotte.Ride-shares from Uptown cost $18–30 and take 15–25 minutes. Taxis are available but less common than ride-share in Charlotte. I-85 and Billy Graham Parkway are the primary expressway routes; allow extra time during afternoon rush (4–6:30pm).

CLT–CNI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Charlotte to Dalian (Changhai) route.
Route details
Distance7,075 mi / 11,386 km
Flight time12h 47m
Time difference+12 hours
Airlines (nonstop)Charter / private
Origin: CLT
IATA / ICAOCLT / KCLT
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr58.8M
Elevation748 ft / 228 m
Destination: CNI
IATA / ICAOCNI / ZYCH
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Elevation80 ft / 24 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CLT to CNI flights.
Nonstop flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Changhai Dachangshandao Airport take about 12h 47m gate to gate. The route covers 7,075 miles.
Dalian (Changhai) is 12 hours ahead of Charlotte.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CLT to CNI

Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Changhai Dachangshandao Airport (CNI) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

CLT to CNI Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CLT to CNI is about 12 hours 47 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 7,075 miles (11,386 km).