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$101+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CLT
Jun 28 — Jul 51
Sat 6/28
Sat 7/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Charlotte Douglas are usually found in November or July, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Charlotte

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Charlotte (CLT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$193
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$101
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$427
From Columbus to Charlotte Douglas
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Charlotte
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Charlotte. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 23, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Fri 7/118:37 pmCMH - CLT
1 stop11h 49mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/156:00 amCLT - CMH
1 stop11h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/21$193
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 9/133:55 pmCMH - CLT
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Sat 9/202:25 pmCLT - CMH
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/22$200
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 7/108:37 pmCMH - CLT
1 stop11h 49mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/119:17 pmCLT - CMH
1 stop12h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/22$209
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Thu 7/173:08 pmCMH - CLT
1 stop19h 33mFrontier
Fri 7/189:17 pmCLT - CMH
1 stop12h 02mFrontier
Deal found 6/22$236
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Fri 8/226:29 amCMH - CLT
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/263:54 pmCLT - CMH
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/21$390
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/147:00 amCMH - CLT
1 stop10h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/1810:00 amCLT - CMH
2 stops10h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/22$429

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Charlotte that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

Charlotte

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusCharlotte

CMH - CLT

CMHCLT

Columbus

Fri 7/11

8:37 pm-8:26 am

1 stop11h 49m

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 7/15

6:00 am-5:09 pm

1 stop11h 09m

$193

ColumbusCharlotte

CMH - CLT

CMHCLT

Columbus

Sat 9/13

3:55 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 9/20

2:25 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$200

ColumbusCharlotte

CMH - CLT

CMHCLT

Columbus

Thu 7/10

8:37 pm-8:26 am

1 stop11h 49m

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 7/11

9:17 pm-9:19 am

1 stop12h 02m

$209

ColumbusCharlotte

CMH - CLT

CMHCLT

Columbus

Thu 7/17

3:08 pm-10:41 am

1 stop19h 33m

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 7/18

9:17 pm-9:19 am

1 stop12h 02m

$236

ColumbusCharlotte

CMH - CLT

CMHCLT

Columbus

Fri 8/22

6:29 am-1:31 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 8/26

3:54 pm-5:22 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$390

ColumbusCharlotte

CMH - CLT

CMHCLT

Columbus

Fri 8/8

7:00 am-2:07 pm

2 stops7h 07m

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 8/10

6:45 am-1:07 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$458

ColumbusCharlotte

CMH - CLT

CMHCLT

Columbus

Tue 7/8

8:30 am-9:47 pm

1 stop13h 17m

$101

ColumbusCharlotte

CMH - CLT

CMHCLT

Columbus

Sun 7/6

3:08 pm-10:41 am

1 stop19h 33m

$119

ColumbusCharlotte

CMH - CLT

CMHCLT

Columbus

Tue 7/8

6:13 am-7:49 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$289

ColumbusCharlotte

CMH - CLT

CMHCLT

Columbus

Tue 7/8

6:00 am-11:57 pm

1 stop17h 57m

$388

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Charlotte

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus to Charlotte?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Charlotte. Price data was last updated on June 20, 2025.

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to Charlotte. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Charlotte (average of $248). Flying from Columbus 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 CMH to CLT?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 23, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from Columbus to Charlotte by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Charlotte. Price data was last updated on June 22, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Charlotte flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Columbus to Charlotte

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus 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 23, 2025.

The most flights from C01 to CLT are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Charlotte, such as Southwest, United Airlines and American Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,830 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,077 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,296 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Most people fly into Charlotte Douglas (CLT) if they book a flight to Charlotte from Columbus. On average, Douglas has 5 inbound flights from Columbus per day from 4 airlines. Charlotte Douglas is conveniently located just 5.7 mi from Charlotte’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus to Charlotte round-trip?

    Currently priced at $193, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Columbus to Charlotte and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and Frontier - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $200 and $236, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 55% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $101 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and American Airlines, with prices starting from $119 and $289, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Columbus to Charlotte consider choosing Envoy Air (86%), American Airlines (76%) or PSA Airlines (76%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Charlotte?

    While on average a flight from Columbus to Charlotte is generally $465, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $116. When looking at the most popular route, (Columbus - Charlotte Douglas), you can expect to pay $156 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Charlotte (average of $248). Flying from Columbus 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 4 airlines flying from Columbus to Charlotte

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$129Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$158Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$292Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$304Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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