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$48+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Charlotte (CLT)

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WAS — CLT
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte Douglas are usually found in October or September, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$72
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$48
(FlightHub)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$215

Good round-trip deal

$269 or less

Good one-way deal

$99 or less
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Charlotte Douglas
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Charlotte Douglas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Charlotte Douglas.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Charlotte Douglas.

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/178:25 amBWI - CLT
Nonstop1h 37mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/2110:57 amCLT - BWI
Nonstop1h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$72
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/318:25 amBWI - CLT
Nonstop1h 37mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/3112:37 pmCLT - BWI
Nonstop1h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$99
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Sat 7/124:31 pmBWI - CLT
Nonstop1h 47mFrontier
Tue 7/1512:37 pmCLT - BWI
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$107
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/252:55 pmBWI - CLT
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Wed 9/104:10 pmCLT - BWI
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$125
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.
Tue 8/267:44 amIAD - CLT
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/306:14 pmCLT - IAD
Nonstop1h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$139
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Tue 8/266:50 amDCA - CLT
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/3011:17 amCLT - DCA
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$139
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/46:05 amDCA - CLT
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Wed 11/55:10 pmCLT - DCA
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$151
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.
Tue 7/1510:25 amBWI - CLT
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/151:05 pmCLT - BWI
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$154
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Thu 8/1410:25 pmIAD - CLT
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/176:00 amCLT - IAD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$158
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Thu 8/710:28 amBWI - CLT
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Tue 8/125:35 amCLT - BWI
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/9$177
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Wed 7/28:59 amDCA - CLT
1 stop6h 02mDelta
Sat 7/55:33 amCLT - DCA
1 stop3h 36mDelta
Deal found 6/10$199
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Wed 7/26:00 amIAD - CLT
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Mon 7/75:58 pmCLT - IAD
1 stop4h 18mDelta
Deal found 6/11$204

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Charlotte that are best for you.

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Charlotte

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreCharlotte

BWI - CLT

BWICLT

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 7/17

8:25 am-10:02 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 7/21

10:57 am-12:21 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$72

BaltimoreCharlotte

BWI - CLT

BWICLT

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 7/31

8:25 am-10:02 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 7/31

12:37 pm-2:14 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$99

BaltimoreCharlotte

BWI - CLT

BWICLT

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 7/12

4:31 pm-6:18 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 7/15

12:37 pm-2:14 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$107

BaltimoreCharlotte

BWI - CLT

BWICLT

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/25

2:55 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 9/10

4:10 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$125

Washington, D.C.Charlotte

IAD - CLT

IADCLT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/26

7:44 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 8/30

6:14 pm-7:42 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$139

Washington, D.C.Charlotte

DCA - CLT

DCACLT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/26

6:50 am-8:28 am

Nonstop1h 38m

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 8/30

11:17 am-12:59 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$139

Washington, D.C.Charlotte

DCA - CLT

DCACLT

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/5

10:45 am-4:35 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 8/12

5:25 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$151

BaltimoreCharlotte

BWI - CLT

BWICLT

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 7/15

10:25 am-12:02 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 7/15

1:05 pm-2:31 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$154

Washington, D.C.Charlotte

IAD - CLT

IADCLT

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/14

10:25 pm-11:57 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 8/17

6:00 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$158

BaltimoreCharlotte

BWI - CLT

BWICLT

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 8/7

10:28 am-3:03 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 8/12

5:35 am-11:12 am

1 stop5h 37m

$177

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Airports
IAD

For a quick check-in at IAD, arrive early as afternoon crowds can be overwhelming, especially at United's hub.

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CLT

Consider using rideshares like Uber or Lyft from CLT, often cheaper than taxis for reaching Charlotte.

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Charlotte from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Charlotte?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Charlotte flight should consider departing on Friday evenings 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 Washington, D.C. to Charlotte

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 WAS to CLT are scheduled on a Monday (39 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 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 through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Charlotte from Washington, D.C.?

    For a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte, you will be flying into Douglas. Charlotte Douglas (CLT) is just 5.7 mi from the center of the city. Douglas is the only Charlotte airport and it handles 36 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. 6 airlines have flights to Charlotte Douglas from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this Washington, D.C. to Charlotte flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($72), Frontier ($107), and American Airlines ($139) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 69% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte are Spirit Airlines ($48), Southwest ($63), and Frontier ($64).

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte on time: Spirit Airlines (100%), American Airlines (74%), British Airways (73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $54. While the most popular route (Baltimore/Washington - Charlotte Douglas) can be booked for $70 on average our data indicates $877 when flying from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Charlotte?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte (average of $248). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 6 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Charlotte

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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
FrontierCheapest$42Average$93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$98FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$118Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$129Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$137Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$156Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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