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$53+ Cheap flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Illinois

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CLT — ORD
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to Illinois

Cheapest flights from Charlotte to Illinois
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This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:39 pmCLT - ORD
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Thu 1/15:25 amORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$118
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:39 pmCLT - ORD
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Fri 1/25:45 amORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$121
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:52 amCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 13mFrontier
Sun 1/45:05 amORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$135
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Wed 12/315:09 pmCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/12:26 pmORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:14 pmCLT - ORD
1 stop27h 52mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/15:25 amORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$160
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Tue 12/3010:52 amCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 13mFrontier
Thu 1/15:25 amORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$162
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3010:52 amCLT - ORD
Nonstop2h 13mFrontier
Fri 1/25:45 amORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:39 pmCLT - ORD
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Wed 1/75:29 pmORD - CLT
1 stop13h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:39 pmCLT - ORD
1 stop6h 27mFrontier
Sun 1/45:05 amORD - CLT
Nonstop2h 07mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$174
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:26 pmCLT - STL
Nonstop2h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/275:00 amSTL - CLT
Nonstop1h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2512:55 pmCLT - STL
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Sat 12/275:10 amSTL - CLT
1 stop10h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Wed 12/247:24 amCLT - STL
Nonstop2h 11mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/265:00 amSTL - CLT
Nonstop1h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$276

Find flight deals from Charlotte to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Charlotte to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated December 23, 2025.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$72
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$53
(Spirit)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$245

Good round-trip deal

$252 or less

Good one-way deal

$149 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlotte to Illinois 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 December 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to Illinois that are best for you.

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Charlotte

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteSt. Louis

CLT - STL

CLTSTL

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 1/14

5:04 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/18

5:11 pm-8:03 am

1 stop13h 52m

$139

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 1/21

6:10 am-7:43 am

Nonstop2h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

7:17 am-10:33 am

Nonstop2h 16m

$139

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 2/4

5:35 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/6

7:17 am-10:33 am

Nonstop2h 16m

$158

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 1/31

10:44 am-12:12 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/1

2:18 pm-5:24 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

$158

CharlotteSt. Louis

CLT - STL

CLTSTL

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 1/7

4:32 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/10

5:11 pm-9:32 am

1 stop15h 21m

$161

CharlotteSt. Louis

CLT - STL

CLTSTL

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 1/22

6:01 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/31

5:42 pm-9:30 am

1 stop14h 48m

$162

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 1/31

7:00 am-6:16 pm

1 stop12h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/1

4:38 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$165

CharlotteChicago

CLT - ORD

CLTORD

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 1/10

6:00 am-10:36 pm

2 stops17h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/13

6:05 am-4:43 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$173

CharlotteChicago

CLT - MDW

CLTMDW

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 1/21

7:59 am-11:59 am

1 stop5h 00m

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/21

6:14 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$177

CharlotteChicago

CLT - MDW

CLTMDW

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 2/20

8:25 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/22

7:35 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$177

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Best time to book a flight from Charlotte to Illinois

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Illinois (average of $58). Flying from Charlotte to Illinois in June is currently the most expensive (average of $155). 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

When flying from Charlotte to Illinois, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charlotte to Illinois. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Illinois. 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 December 23, 2025.

The most flights from CLT to USIL are scheduled on a Friday (48 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Charlotte to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. 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
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,105 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,196 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,075 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Charlotte to Illinois, you will be flying from Douglas. Charlotte Douglas (CLT) is just 5.7 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Charlotte to Illinois?

    For as low as $139, Frontier can have you in Illinois from Charlotte in 2h 33m. Airlines will cover a distance of 599 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 to fly from Charlotte to Illinois one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $31. Users have also found prices from $36 and $68 on Frontier and Southwest, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Charlotte Douglas - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Charlotte Douglas - Chicago Midway or Charlotte Douglas - Lambert-St Louis when deciding on the best route from Charlotte to Illinois.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Charlotte to Illinois consider choosing Republic Airways (85%), Austrian Airlines (84%) or Cathay Pacific (82%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charlotte to Illinois?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $65. While the most popular route (Charlotte Douglas - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $86 on average, our data indicates $981 when flying from Charlotte to Illinois.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Illinois (average of $58). Flying from Charlotte to Illinois in June is currently the most expensive (average of $155). 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 Charlotte to Illinois

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte to Illinois. 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$56Average$173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$98Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$141Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$143Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$163Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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