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$87+ Cheap flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Chicago (CHI)

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 7/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLT — CHI
Jul 4 — Jul 111
Sat 7/4
Sat 7/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Charlotte Douglas to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Charlotte to Chicago
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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.
Tue 9/111:50 am
CLT
-
MDW
1 stop4h 48m
Delta
Wed 9/94:30 pm
MDW
-
CLT
1 stop6h 27m
Delta
Deal found 5/30$187
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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.
Tue 9/16:00 am
CLT
-
ORD
1 stop4h 23m
Delta
Wed 9/93:35 pm
ORD
-
CLT
1 stop7h 22m
Delta
Deal found 5/30$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 7/106:41 pm
CLT
-
ORD
1 stop18h 34m
Frontier
Fri 7/178:05 am
ORD
-
CLT
1 stop12h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 6/1$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 7/226:41 pm
CLT
-
RFD
1 stop16h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/2611:27 am
RFD
-
CLT
1 stop8h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 7/176:41 pm
CLT
-
ORD
1 stop18h 34m
Frontier
Tue 7/218:05 am
ORD
-
CLT
1 stop12h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 6/2$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 7/106:41 pm
CLT
-
ORD
1 stop18h 34m
Frontier
Sat 7/258:05 am
ORD
-
CLT
1 stop12h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/30$226
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Tue 6/3012:29 pm
CLT
-
ORD
1 stop11h 50m
Frontier
Tue 7/79:57 pm
ORD
-
CLT
1 stop22h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 5/31$230
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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.
Thu 8/66:48 pm
CLT
-
ORD
2 stops38h 14m
Frontier
Tue 8/118:05 am
ORD
-
CLT
1 stop12h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 6/3$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 7/256:41 pm
CLT
-
RFD
1 stop16h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/309:19 am
RFD
-
CLT
2 stops34h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$236
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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.
Wed 7/226:41 pm
CLT
-
ORD
1 stop18h 34m
Frontier
Sun 7/268:05 am
ORD
-
CLT
1 stop12h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 6/3$236
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 7/156:41 pm
CLT
-
ORD
1 stop18h 34m
Frontier
Tue 7/218:05 am
ORD
-
CLT
1 stop12h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 6/2$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 7/226:41 pm
CLT
-
RFD
1 stop16h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/309:19 am
RFD
-
CLT
2 stops34h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$240

Find flight deals from Charlotte to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) to Chicago (CHI). 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 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$187
(Delta)

One-way from

$87
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$314

Good round-trip deal

$359 or less

Good one-way deal

$162 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlotte to Chicago 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 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

CharlotteChicago

CLT - RFD

CLTRFD

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 7/22

6:41 pm-10:37 am

1 stop16h 56m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sun 7/26

11:27 am-9:07 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$213

CharlotteChicago

CLT - RFD

CLTRFD

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 8/12

6:41 pm-10:47 am

1 stop17h 06m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sun 8/16

11:37 am-9:07 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$213
Quickest round-trip

CharlotteChicago

CLT - MDW

CLTMDW

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 8/29

7:55 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/1

6:10 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$259

CharlotteChicago

CLT - MDW

CLTMDW

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 7/21

7:05 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/29

12:45 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$259

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 10/6

6:45 am-8:00 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/10

10:54 am-6:55 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$269

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 9/5

1:57 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/8

8:15 am-4:06 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$279

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 11/7

7:47 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/10

8:55 am-2:04 pm

1 stop4h 09m

$279

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 9/16

8:10 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/23

10:50 am-4:11 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$279

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 10/27

6:00 am-11:27 am

1 stop6h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/27

4:00 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$279

CharlotteChicago

CLT - RFD

CLTRFD

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 6/30

7:58 pm-9:13 am

1 stop14h 15m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Thu 7/9

11:27 am-9:07 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$295

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Compare providers for flights from Charlotte to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Charlotte to Chicago in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Charlotte-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Charlotte-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Charlotte-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Charlotte-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Charlotte-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Charlotte to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Charlotte with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Chicago (average of $28). Flying from Charlotte to Chicago in October is currently the most expensive (average of $705). 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 4, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Charlotte to Chicago in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Chicago. 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 4, 2026.

The most flights from CLT to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (65 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (38 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Charlotte to Chicago?

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

The best time to book flights from Charlotte to Chicago is 72 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 day to fly from Charlotte to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charlotte to Chicago. Price data was last updated on May 30, 2026.

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

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Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated June 4, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Charlotte to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,774 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,644 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,914 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Charlotte to Chicago. 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?

    For a flight from Charlotte to Chicago, you will be flying from Douglas. Charlotte Douglas (CLT) is just 5.7 mi from the center of the city. Douglas is the only Charlotte airport and it handles 57 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 5 airlines have flights to Chicago from Charlotte Douglas on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Charlotte to Chicago?

    Airlines like Southwest, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Charlotte to Chicago in about 1h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 07m. Charlotte and Chicago are separated by a distance of 583 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $55. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $140 and $143, respectively. These flights start at 76% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Charlotte to Chicago are Frontier ($42), Southwest ($71), and American Airlines ($71).

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

    When deciding which route to take from Charlotte to Chicago consider Charlotte Douglas - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Charlotte Douglas - Chicago Midway or Charlotte Douglas - Chicago Greater Rockford as they are the most popular.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Charlotte to Chicago are Austrian Airlines (94%), Republic Airways (90%) and ANA (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charlotte to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from Charlotte to Chicago is generally $808, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $106. When looking at the most popular route, (Charlotte Douglas - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $234 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charlotte to Chicago 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?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Chicago (average of $28). Flying from Charlotte to Chicago in October is currently the most expensive (average of $705). 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 5 airlines flying from Charlotte to Chicago

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte to Chicago. 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 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$55Average$146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$140Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$143Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$160Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$166Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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