O'Hare Intl

$79+ Cheap flights from Charlotte (CLT) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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CLT — ORD
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Charlotte Douglas to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in August or September, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$161
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$79
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$257

Good round-trip deal

$283 or less

Good one-way deal

$132 or less
From Charlotte Douglas to Chicago O'Hare Intl
One-way flight from Charlotte Douglas to Chicago O'Hare Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($17 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Charlotte Douglas to Chicago O'Hare Intl.
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Cheapest flights from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sat 8/306:00 amCLT - ORD
1 stop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/11:47 pmORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$161
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 8/2211:57 amCLT - ORD
2 stops12h 57mFrontier
Sun 8/242:00 pmORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 27mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$162
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Wed 8/1311:18 amCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/166:35 pmORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$167
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Tue 8/197:40 amCLT - ORD
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Thu 8/211:50 pmORD - CLT
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$170
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Fri 8/19:24 amCLT - ORD
1 stop13h 06mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/510:00 amORD - CLT
1 stop9h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/3$184
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Thu 8/284:24 pmCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/15:20 amORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$185
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Fri 8/226:05 amCLT - ORD
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Mon 8/2511:05 amORD - CLT
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Deal found 7/3$197

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Charlotte

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O'Hare Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 8/30

6:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/1

1:47 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$161

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 8/22

11:57 am-11:54 pm

2 stops12h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/24

2:00 pm-5:27 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

$162

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 8/13

11:18 am-12:33 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/16

6:35 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$167

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 8/19

7:40 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

1:50 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$170

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 8/1

9:24 am-9:30 pm

1 stop13h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/5

10:00 am-8:33 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$184

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 8/28

10:32 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/31

7:13 am-10:23 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$185

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 8/22

6:05 am-10:20 am

1 stop5h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/25

11:05 am-6:54 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$197

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 8/13

1:01 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$79

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 9/29

8:10 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$82

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 7/6

10:19 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$83

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The best insider tips for Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats offer a guaranteed empty middle seat for extra comfort.


Frontier's Zone 1 boarding is available with a carry-on purchase or special fare bundle.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats towards the front of the economy cabin.


United's Polaris Lounges in Chicago offer showers, napping areas, and dining options.

Airports
CLT

For quick security, arrive early at CLT. Wait times peak from 5-6 pm, but are shortest before 6 am.

Read more about CLTby Taryn White
ORD

For a smooth arrival, consider taking the 'L' train from ORD to downtown Chicago to avoid traffic delays.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
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Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

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Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Taryn White

Taryn White

Expert on CLT

Taryn White

Taryn White

Taryn White is a freelance travel writer, digital creator, and travel advisor who has visited nearly 100 countries and all 50 states. She’s familiar with many airports and enjoys beach hopping, boutique hotels, spa experiences, and exploring local culture. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, National Geographic, Smithsonian Magazine, AFAR, and more.

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Best time to book a flight from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 45 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 49% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl. 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from CLT to ORD are scheduled on a Thursday (53 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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 Charlotte to O'Hare Intl. 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Most people fly from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) if they book a flight from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl. On average, Douglas has 21 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Frontier, at $162, was found to be the cheapest airline from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Southwest. Frontier is 30% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $79. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Charlotte, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Spirit Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (100%), ANA( 91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport? While on average our users pay $1,481, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $74. The most popular route (Charlotte Douglas - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $136.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Charlotte to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 Charlotte to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl. 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$41Average$121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$45Average$111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$142Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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