Charlotte (CLT) to Istanbul (SAW)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 5,567 | 8,907 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 5,567 | 8,907 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 5,567 | 8,351 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 5,567 | 8,351 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 5,567 | 11,134 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 5,567 | 8,351 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
Flights between Charlotte and Istanbul follow a "great circle" route that curves over the Earth's surface - this is actually shorter than flying in a straight line on a flat map!
✈️ Flight Details
The CLT to SAW route connects Charlotte, United States with Istanbul, Turkey. This long-haul flight covers 5,567 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from United States to Turkey. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NE bearing of 46° from Charlotte. There is a 8 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) serves Charlotte, United States.
🛬 About SAW
Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) serves Istanbul, Turkey.