Distance from Charlotte to Norfolk by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Charlotte (NC) to Norfolk (VA) is 279 miles or 448 kilometers or 242 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Charlotte to Norfolk is 322 miles (519 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 43 miles or 71 km.

Flight distance from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Charlotte and Norfolk is 279 miles or 448 km.
The nearest airport to Charlotte, is Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and the nearest airport to Norfolk, is Richmond International Airport (RIC).

What is the average flight time from Charlotte to Norfolk?

Flight time from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA is 0 hours 38 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Charlotte to Norfolk Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Charlotte, NC and Norfolk, VA
This map shows the distance from Charlotte, NC, Usa to Norfolk, VA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Charlotte, North Carolina to Norfolk, Virginia is displayed below.

Driving distance from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA

The driving distance from Charlotte, North Carolina to Norfolk, Virginia is 322 miles or 519 km.
The total driving distance from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA is 322 miles or 519 kilometers. Your trip begins in Charlotte, North Carolina. It ends in Norfolk, Virginia.
The driving distance from Charlotte, North Carolina to Norfolk, Virginia is approximately 322 miles (519 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 6 to 7 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA

How long is the drive from Charlotte, NC to Norfolk, VA?
The total driving time is 6 hours, 12 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Charlotte to Norfolk take?
Charlotte and Norfolk are 6 hours 12 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Charlotte and Norfolk

Time difference between Charlotte (NC) and Norfolk (VA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in CharlotteCurrent local time in Norfolk
2025-12-19, 07:14:02 EST2025-12-19, 07:14:02 EST
How Far is it Between Charlotte North Carolina, USA and Norfolk Virginia, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Charlotte, NC and Norfolk, VA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 322 mi 519 km 279.62 nmi
Straight line distance 279 mi 448 km 242 nmi
Difference 43 mi 71 km 37 nmi

Charlotte Details

Charlotte is located in North Carolina, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 35° 13' 37.5'' Longitude: W 80° 50' 35.3''
Latitude35.22709
Longitude-80.84313
StateNorth Carolina
Nearest airports to Charlotte

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Norfolk Details

Norfolk is located in Virginia, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 36° 50' 48.5'' Longitude: W 76° 17' 6.8''
Latitude36.84681
Longitude-76.28522
StateVirginia
Nearest airports to Norfolk

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Charlotte, NC and Norfolk, VA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 10 hours 48 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 8 hours 6 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 7 hours 12 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 6 hours 29 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 5 hours 53 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 5 hours 24 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 4 hours 59 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 4 hours 38 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 4 hours 19 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 4 hours 3 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 3 hours 48 minutes