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$73+ Cheap flights from California to Charlotte (CLT)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CLT
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Charlotte

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Charlotte flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$166
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$73
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$364

Good round-trip deal

$340 or less

Good one-way deal

$175 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Charlotte
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Charlotte. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/810:19 amSMF - CLT
2 stops19h 07mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/159:28 pmCLT - SMF
1 stop23h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$166
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/297:58 pmSNA - CLT
1 stop14h 42mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/129:21 amCLT - SNA
2 stops12h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$168
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/1210:48 pmLAS - CLT
1 stop8h 14mSpirit Airlines
Sat 7/269:28 pmCLT - LAS
Nonstop4h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$169
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/108:19 pmBUR - CLT
1 stop14h 21mSpirit Airlines
Thu 7/179:28 pmCLT - BUR
1 stop12h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$173
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/68:45 amONT - CLT
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Thu 9/114:00 pmCLT - ONT
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$181
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1910:59 pmLAX - CLT
1 stop12h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/208:24 pmCLT - LAX
1 stop15h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$184
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/3011:45 pmLAS - CLT
Nonstop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/58:35 pmCLT - LAS
Nonstop4h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$204
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Mon 6/309:38 pmOAK - CLT
1 stop12h 32mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/22:15 pmCLT - OAK
1 stop9h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$205
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/811:01 amSJC - CLT
1 stop23h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/159:28 pmCLT - SJC
1 stop16h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$207
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1812:40 amLAS - CLT
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Sat 8/25:58 pmCLT - LAS
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Deal found 6/10$237
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/196:00 amLAS - CLT
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/216:57 pmCLT - LAS
1 stop17h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$248
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/227:00 pmSAN - CLT
1 stop15h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sun 7/279:28 pmCLT - SAN
1 stop28h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$251

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Charlotte that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Charlotte that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Charlotte

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoCharlotte

SMF - CLT

SMFCLT

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/8

10:19 am-8:26 am

2 stops19h 07m

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 7/15

9:28 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop23h 59m

$166

Santa AnaCharlotte

SNA - CLT

SNACLT

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 7/29

7:58 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop14h 42m

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 8/12

9:21 am-7:03 pm

2 stops12h 42m

$168

Las VegasCharlotte

LAS - CLT

LASCLT

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 7/12

10:48 pm-10:02 am

1 stop8h 14m

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 7/26

9:28 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop4h 52m

$169

BurbankCharlotte

BUR - CLT

BURCLT

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 7/10

8:19 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop14h 21m

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 7/17

9:28 pm-7:25 am

1 stop12h 57m

$173

OntarioCharlotte

ONT - CLT

ONTCLT

Ontario

Sat 9/6

8:45 am-8:30 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 9/11

4:00 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$181

Los AngelesCharlotte

LAX - CLT

LAXCLT

Los Angeles

Thu 7/10

11:55 pm-10:27 am

1 stop7h 32m

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 7/17

2:56 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$186

Las VegasCharlotte

LAS - CLT

LASCLT

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 6/30

11:45 pm-7:05 am

Nonstop4h 20m

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 7/5

8:35 pm-10:13 pm

Nonstop4h 38m

$204

OaklandCharlotte

OAK - CLT

OAKCLT

Oakland

Mon 6/30

9:38 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop12h 32m

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 7/2

2:15 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$205

San JoseCharlotte

SJC - CLT

SJCCLT

San Jose

Tue 7/8

11:01 am-1:40 pm

1 stop23h 39m

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 7/15

9:28 pm-10:36 am

1 stop16h 08m

$207

Las VegasCharlotte

LAS - CLT

LASCLT

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 7/18

12:40 am-10:30 am

1 stop6h 50m

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 8/2

5:58 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$237

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Best time to book a flight from California to Charlotte

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Charlotte (average of $248). Flying from California to Charlotte in March is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 CA to CLT?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Charlotte. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Charlotte as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Charlotte

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Charlotte. 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 June 12, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Charlotte by month

Plan your trip to Charlotte by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Charlotte ranges from 3.0 - 4.2 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.2 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Charlotte when rainfall is around 3.0 in.

Temperature in Charlotte by month

Plan your trip to Charlotte by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Charlotte, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Charlotte

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Charlotte. 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 Charlotte. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from California to Charlotte. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Charlotte. 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 into for flights to Charlotte from California?

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT), located 5.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from California to Charlotte.

  • How popular is this California to Charlotte flight route?

    Within the past month, 43 users have taken a look at flights from California to Charlotte Douglas.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Charlotte are Spirit Airlines ($73), Southwest ($116), and Frontier ($120).

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

    The most popular route from California to Charlotte is San Francisco - Charlotte Douglas. You may also consider Los Angeles - Charlotte Douglas or Ontario - Charlotte Douglas.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from California to Charlotte consider choosing Spirit Airlines (100%), Fiji Airways (88%) or China Southern (85%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Charlotte?

    While on average a flight from California to Charlotte is generally $896, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $92. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Charlotte Douglas), you can expect to pay $181 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Charlotte 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 California to Charlotte?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Charlotte (average of $248). Flying from California to Charlotte in March is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 California to Charlotte

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from California to Charlotte. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$87Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$120Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$167Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$213Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$214Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$257Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$279Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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