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$139+ Cheap flights from Charlotte to San Francisco (CLT - SFO)

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.
CLT — SFO
Jul 12 — Jul 191
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco are usually found in November or April, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Charlotte to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlotte to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Wed 7/297:05 pm
CLT
-
SFO
1 stop8h 10m
Southwest
Tue 8/411:05 pm
SFO
-
CLT
1 stop10h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/7$376
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Mon 8/312:01 pm
CLT
-
SFO
1 stop13h 58m
Frontier
Wed 8/196:00 am
SFO
-
CLT
1 stop12h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 6/8$379
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1910:14 pm
CLT
-
SFO
1 stop16h 29m
Frontier
Mon 6/229:43 pm
SFO
-
CLT
1 stop17h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 6/10$380
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/307:14 pm
CLT
-
SFO
1 stop8h 13m
Frontier
Sun 7/59:39 pm
SFO
-
CLT
1 stop20h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 6/9$381
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/96:35 am
CLT
-
SFO
2 stops10h 05m
Southwest
Tue 7/1411:40 pm
SFO
-
CLT
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9$382
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Mon 8/1010:04 pm
CLT
-
SFO
2 stops21h 02m
Frontier
Wed 8/196:00 am
SFO
-
CLT
1 stop12h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 6/9$383
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.
Thu 8/66:35 am
CLT
-
SFO
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Wed 8/196:50 am
SFO
-
CLT
2 stops11h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10$384
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1411:44 am
CLT
-
SFO
1 stop8h 56m
Frontier
Sun 10/186:35 pm
SFO
-
CLT
1 stop13h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 6/10$386
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Thu 8/63:10 pm
CLT
-
SFO
1 stop11h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/176:00 am
SFO
-
CLT
1 stop12h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$387
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/167:14 pm
CLT
-
SFO
1 stop8h 13m
Frontier
Tue 6/236:00 am
SFO
-
CLT
1 stop9h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 6/10$389
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Thu 7/27:14 pm
CLT
-
SFO
1 stop8h 13m
Frontier
Wed 7/86:00 am
SFO
-
CLT
1 stop12h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 6/8$390
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 8/412:01 pm
CLT
-
SFO
1 stop13h 58m
Frontier
Wed 8/196:00 am
SFO
-
CLT
2 stops32h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 6/8$391

Find flight deals from Charlotte to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) to San Francisco (SFO). 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, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$376
(Southwest)

One-way from

$139
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$535

Good round-trip deal

$481 or less

Good one-way deal

$389 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Charlotte Douglas-San Francisco flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Charlotte Douglas-San Francisco flights.
From Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco
One-way flight from Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco.

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 9/9

6:50 am-2:40 pm

2 stops10h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 9/12

10:30 pm-10:20 am

1 stop8h 50m

$376

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 9/13

3:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop6h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 9/15

7:40 am-9:25 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$379

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 10/19

7:20 pm-12:05 am

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 10/20

6:20 am-8:25 pm

2 stops11h 05m

$379

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 7/21

6:50 am-1:40 pm

2 stops9h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 7/28

5:30 am-5:50 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$405

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 9/19

7:55 am-2:45 pm

2 stops9h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 9/27

7:50 pm-11:10 am

2 stops12h 20m

$414

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 8/7

6:35 am-1:10 pm

2 stops9h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 8/10

11:40 pm-11:55 am

1 stop9h 15m

$421

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 10/5

7:20 pm-12:05 am

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 10/8

9:40 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$424

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 7/21

3:10 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops10h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 7/25

5:20 am-8:50 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$434
Quickest round-trip

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 9/11

8:10 am-12:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 9/13

10:30 pm-9:55 am

1 stop8h 25m

$437

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 11/5

7:45 am-1:45 pm

1 stop9h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 11/7

8:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$454

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Compare providers for flights from Charlotte to San Francisco

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 San Francisco in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Charlotte-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Charlotte-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Charlotte-San Francisco 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-San Francisco 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 San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Charlotte with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Charlotte to San Francisco

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

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Charlotte to San Francisco. 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 Charlotte to San Francisco?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to San Francisco (average of $405). Flying from Charlotte to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $541). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte to San Francisco. 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, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Charlotte to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 20% 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 San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charlotte to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2026.

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated June 12, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andAmerican Airlines from Charlotte to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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!

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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!

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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!

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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!

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

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 San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Charlotte to San Francisco?

    Booking a flight from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) to San Francisco (SFO) is your only option if you wish to fly from Charlotte to San Francisco. On a typical day, there are 5 flights from Douglas to San Francisco, all of which are around 5h 25m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 4 airlines when you book a flight from Douglas to San Francisco.

  • How popular is this Charlotte to San Francisco flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Charlotte to San Francisco?

    Southwest can get you from Charlotte to San Francisco in just under 10h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Charlotte and San Francisco is about 2289 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($159), Southwest ($202), and Delta ($218) offers the cheapest pricing from Charlotte to San Francisco. Frontier is currently priced 67% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $80. Users have also found prices from $138 and $139 on United Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Charlotte to San Francisco?

    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 Charlotte to San Francisco on time: American Airlines (62%), Fiji Airways (50%), Qantas Airways (46%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charlotte to San Francisco?

    The cheapest flight price from Charlotte to San Francisco is $324. On average you can expect to pay $982. The most popular route, (Charlotte Douglas - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $296.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Charlotte to San Francisco?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charlotte to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to San Francisco (average of $405). Flying from Charlotte to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $541). 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 San Francisco

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte to San Francisco. 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, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$159Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$202Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$218Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$383Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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