Charlotte to New Orleans: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Charlotte from New Orleans?
The distance from Charlotte to New Orleans is 648.8 miles (1044.1 km) as the crow flies. New Orleans is located WSW of Charlotte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 712.7 miles, taking about 13h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Both are located in United States — Charlotte in North Carolina and New Orleans in Louisiana.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.
Coordinates come from public place data for Charlotte and New Orleans. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 216 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
- You could travel this distance about 38.4 times to circle the Earth's equator