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$45+ Cheap flights from Charlotte (CLT) to California

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CLT — LAX
Nov 13 — Nov 201
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This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/108:51 amCLT - ONT
1 stop12h 48mFrontier
Thu 11/131:46 pmONT - CLT
1 stop21h 14mFrontier
Deal found 10/12$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:07 pmCLT - ONT
1 stop20h 03mFrontier
Wed 11/128:00 amONT - CLT
2 stops23h 42mFrontier
Deal found 10/12$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/143:53 pmCLT - SFO
2 stops31h 17mFrontier
Mon 11/176:34 amSFO - CLT
1 stop7h 43mFrontier
Deal found 10/14$195
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:07 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Fri 11/146:34 amSFO - CLT
1 stop7h 43mFrontier
Deal found 10/11$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/46:00 amCLT - LAX
3 stops29h 14mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/65:30 amLAX - CLT
1 stop9h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/12$210
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:07 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Mon 11/106:34 amSFO - CLT
1 stop7h 43mFrontier
Deal found 10/13$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/310:42 pmCLT - LAX
2 stops28h 07mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/62:25 pmLAX - CLT
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/108:51 amCLT - ONT
1 stop12h 48mFrontier
Mon 11/1710:43 pmONT - CLT
2 stops35h 57mFrontier
Deal found 10/13$211
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Wed 12/106:25 amCLT - LAX
1 stop10h 52mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/1612:15 pmLAX - CLT
1 stop8h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/12$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/712:59 pmCLT - LAX
1 stop12h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1010:39 amLAX - CLT
2 stops26h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/106:07 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Wed 11/127:30 amSFO - CLT
2 stops24h 12mFrontier
Deal found 10/11$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/224:00 pmCLT - LAX
1 stop19h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2711:15 amLAX - CLT
1 stop9h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$214

Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Charlotte to California flight deals. Data was last updated October 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$129
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$45
(Booking.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$397

Good round-trip deal

$358 or less

Good one-way deal

$272 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Charlotte Douglas-Los Angeles flight deals.
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From Charlotte Douglas to California
One-way flight from Charlotte Douglas to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($8 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Charlotte Douglas to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Charlotte Douglas to California.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to California that are best for you.

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Charlotte

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Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteFresno

CLT - FAT

CLTFAT

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 10/27

1:49 pm-10:17 am

2 stops23h 28m

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 10/31

6:20 pm-9:24 am

2 stops12h 04m

$296

CharlotteSanta Ana

CLT - SNA

CLTSNA

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 10/26

10:06 pm-10:03 pm

3 stops26h 57m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/30

8:09 pm-11:28 pm

3 stops24h 19m

$307

CharlotteLos Angeles

CLT - LAX

CLTLAX

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 11/6

7:40 am-4:15 pm

2 stops11h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/11

7:10 am-5:40 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$320

CharlotteLos Angeles

CLT - LAX

CLTLAX

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 11/11

8:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/17

12:25 am-10:32 am

1 stop7h 07m

$326

CharlotteLos Angeles

CLT - LAX

CLTLAX

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 12/9

6:10 am-2:30 pm

2 stops11h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/13

5:05 am-5:10 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$334

CharlotteLos Angeles

CLT - LAX

CLTLAX

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 11/24

5:11 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/2

10:59 pm-8:43 am

1 stop6h 44m

$345

CharlotteBurbank

CLT - BUR

CLTBUR

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 2/24

5:10 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 2/25

7:05 am-4:39 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$351

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 11/6

1:05 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/10

10:15 am-10:10 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$351

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 11/12

12:55 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/19

6:10 am-4:20 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$351

CharlotteSacramento

CLT - SMF

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 11/18

12:55 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 1/7

6:40 am-4:20 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$351

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Best time to book a flight from Charlotte to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Charlotte to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Charlotte to California?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to California (average of $105). Flying from Charlotte to California in October is currently the most expensive (average of $181). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CLT to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 14, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Charlotte to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Charlotte to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charlotte to California. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Charlotte to California flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Charlotte to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Charlotte to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated October 14, 2025.

The most flights from CLT to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated October 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Charlotte to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Charlotte to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Charlotte to California?

    If you book a flight to California from Charlotte, you will be flying from Douglas, which is the city’s only airport. Charlotte Douglas (CLT) is located 5.7 mi from the center of Charlotte.

  • How popular is this Charlotte to California flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Charlotte to California?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines fly from Charlotte to California in about 7h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 07m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2119 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Charlotte to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $70. Spirit Airlines flights start at $81 while deals on Delta start at $140 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Charlotte to California?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Charlotte to California?

    Consider Japan Airlines (89%), Fiji Airways (82%) or American Airlines (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Charlotte to California.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charlotte to California?

    The cheapest flight price from Charlotte to California is $258. On average you can expect to pay $806. The most popular route, (Charlotte Douglas - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), can usually be booked for $154.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Charlotte to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Charlotte to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Charlotte to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Charlotte to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Charlotte to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charlotte to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Charlotte to California?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to California (average of $105). Flying from Charlotte to California in October is currently the most expensive (average of $181). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Charlotte to California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$45Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$138Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$153Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$197Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$228Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$234Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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