Distance from San Jose to Charlotte by Car and Plane

The flight distance from San Jose (CA) to Charlotte (NC) is 2273 miles or 3659 kilometers or 1974 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Jose to Charlotte is 2676 miles (4307 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 403 miles or 648 km.

Flight distance from San Jose, CA to Charlotte, NC in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between San Jose and Charlotte is 2273 miles or 3659 km.
The nearest airport to San Jose, is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) and the nearest airport to Charlotte, is Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT).

What is the average flight time from San Jose to Charlotte?

Flight time from San Jose, CA to Charlotte, NC is 5 hours 13 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

San Jose to Charlotte Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from San Jose, CA to Charlotte, NC

The driving distance from San Jose, California to Charlotte, North Carolina is 2676 miles or 4307 km.
The total driving distance from San Jose, CA to Charlotte, NC is 2676 miles or 4307 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Jose, California. It ends in Charlotte, North Carolina.
The driving distance from San Jose, California to Charlotte, North Carolina is approximately 2676 miles (4307 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 47 to 48 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from San Jose, CA to Charlotte, NC

How long is the drive from San Jose, CA to Charlotte, NC?
The total driving time is 47 hours, 39 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Jose to Charlotte take?
San Jose and Charlotte are 47 hours 39 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 San Jose and Charlotte

Time difference between San Jose (CA) and Charlotte (NC) is 3 Hours.
Charlotte time is 3 Hours ahead of San Jose.

Current local time in San JoseCurrent local time in Charlotte
2025-12-18, 08:04:25 PST2025-12-18, 11:04:25 EST
How Far is it Between San Jose California, USA and Charlotte North Carolina, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2676 mi 4307 km 2323.84 nmi
Straight line distance 2273 mi 3659 km 1974 nmi
Difference 403 mi 648 km 349 nmi

San Jose Details

San Jose is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 37° 20' 21.8'' Longitude: W 121° 53' 41.9''
Latitude37.33939
Longitude-121.89496
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to San Jose

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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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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between San Jose, CA and Charlotte, NC
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 89 hours 43 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 67 hours 17 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 59 hours 49 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 53 hours 50 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 48 hours 56 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 44 hours 51 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 41 hours 24 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 38 hours 27 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 35 hours 53 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 33 hours 38 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 31 hours 40 minutes