Charlotte to May River (CLT–MRH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
CLT–MRH has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators.
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach May River from Charlotte
| Metric | CLT→MRH | RDU→MRH |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from CLT | – | 130 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | ~1 | – |
| Flight time | 10h 47m | 10h 27m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – |
Travel Essentials
CLT: EDT · MRH: +10
When it's 6:00 PM in Charlotte, it's 8:00 AM (next day) in May River.
US passport holders can obtain a free visa on arrival at Jacksons International Airport (POM) in Port Moresby for stays up to 60 days. The visa on arrival is a single-entry tourist visa issued at the immigration counter. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least 2 blank pages. A return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation are required. Bring a printed hotel booking or a letter of invitation if staying with contacts.
The 60-day stay can be extended at the Immigration and Citizenship Authority in Port Moresby. Papua New Guinea has over 800 languages, the most of any country on earth. The Kokoda Track, a 96km trail through the Owen Stanley Range, takes 4 to 12 days to trek and requires a licensed guide and permit (PGK 150, about $40). Trekking season runs April to November. The Sepik River region is famous for traditional art and spirit houses. Diving at Kimbe Bay, Milne Bay, and Rabaul explores coral reefs and WWII wrecks.
No direct flights connect the US to Papua New Guinea. Route through Manila (about 5 hours to POM on Philippine Airlines), Singapore (about 6 hours 30 minutes on Air Niugini), or Brisbane (about 3 hours 30 minutes on Air Niugini). Total travel time from the US West Coast runs 18 to 24 hours. Papua New Guinea uses the Papua New Guinean kina (PGK), trading at roughly 3.88 PGK per $1. ATMs in Port Moresby and major towns dispense kina. Card payments work at hotels and some restaurants in Port Moresby and Lae. Cash is essential outside the two main cities. Domestic flights on Air Niugini and PNG Air connect 20+ airstrips across the country: Port Moresby to Mount Hagen costs PGK 500 to PGK 1,200 ($130 to $310) one way. Public motor vehicles (PMVs) are the local bus system at PGK 1 to PGK 5 per ride in towns.
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–MRH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CLT to MRH
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and May River Airstrip (MRH) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
CLT to MRH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CLT to MRH is about 10 hours 47 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 8,980 miles (14,451 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
Nearby alternative airports include Raleigh/Durham (RDU).