How long is the flight from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.?

For as low as $179, Delta can have you in Washington, D.C. from Charlotte in 5h 47m. There are 321 mi between Charlotte and Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C. round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. round-trip from $189. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. American Airlines is priced at 29% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $97. Southwest flights start at $100 while deals on American Airlines start at $138 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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

The most popular route from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. is Charlotte Douglas - Baltimore/Washington. You may also consider Charlotte Douglas - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Charlotte Douglas - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

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

The cheapest flight price from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. is $193. On average you can expect to pay $1,697. The most popular route, (Charlotte Douglas - Baltimore/Washington), can usually be booked for $122.

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

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 Washington, D.C. on time: Sun Country Air (100%), Ethiopian Air (100%), ANA (84%).

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

Located just 5.7 mi from the city center, Charlotte Douglas is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from Charlotte. Booking flights from Douglas (CLT) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 39 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 4 different airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Cheapest flights from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 28, 2026.

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$133

Best flights from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 28, 2026.

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Last-minute flights from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.. Data last updated September 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.

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$125

One-way flights from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 28, 2026.

Mon 10/2611:50 am -

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$34

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$43

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$45

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$46

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$73

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$74

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$76

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$79

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$80

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$81

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$82

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Deal found 9/23

$84

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

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Round-trip from	$100 (Cheapflightsfares)
One-way from	$34 (Cheapflightsfares)
Popular in	March
Cheapest in	July
Average price	$243
Good round-trip deal	$198 or less
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CharlotteBaltimore

CLT Charlotte Douglas - BWI Baltimore/Washington

CLTBWI

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 10/31

7:25 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$80

CharlotteBaltimore

CLT Charlotte Douglas - BWI Baltimore/Washington

CLTBWI

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 11/21

8:10 am-9:40 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$80

CharlotteBaltimore

CLT Charlotte Douglas - BWI Baltimore/Washington

CLTBWI

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 11/3

1:30 pm-3:05 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$80

CharlotteBaltimore

CLT Charlotte Douglas - BWI Baltimore/Washington

CLTBWI

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 11/23

5:30 am-9:18 am

1 stop3h 48m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$90

CharlotteBaltimore

CLT Charlotte Douglas - BWI Baltimore/Washington

CLTBWI

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 10/26

5:30 am-9:16 am

1 stop3h 46m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$90

CharlotteBaltimore

CLT Charlotte Douglas - BWI Baltimore/Washington

CLTBWI

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 11/7

6:00 am-1:06 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$90

CharlotteWashington, D.C.

CLT Charlotte Douglas - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

CLTDCA

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 11/7

7:55 am-1:55 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$90

CharlotteBaltimore

CLT Charlotte Douglas - BWI Baltimore/Washington

CLTBWI

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 11/26

10:59 am-5:25 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$90

CharlotteWashington, D.C.

CLT Charlotte Douglas - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

CLTDCA

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 11/14

7:55 am-1:55 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$90

CharlotteWashington, D.C.

CLT Charlotte Douglas - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

CLTDCA

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 10/20

7:25 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$90

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. in September.

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Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOair	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.com	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicket	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star

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

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. (average of $275). Flying from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 WAS?

It’s typically best to fly out from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 7% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.

The most flights from CLT to WAS are scheduled on a Friday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Charlotte to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $200 and $309 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $100 on Frontier (Oct 15-Oct 19).

How often are flights from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between Charlotte and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 121 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Charlotte to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Charlotte to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Charlotte to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

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Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Charlotte to Washington, D.C., such as Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,202 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,202 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,202 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,246 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,202 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

American Airlines

7.0

Good

12,096 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,202 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.?
Located just 5.7 mi from the city center, Charlotte Douglas is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from Charlotte. Booking flights from Douglas (CLT) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 39 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 4 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.?
For as low as $179, Delta can have you in Washington, D.C. from Charlotte in 5h 47m. There are 321 mi between Charlotte and Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C. round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. round-trip from $189. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. American Airlines is priced at 29% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $97. Southwest flights start at $100 while deals on American Airlines start at $138 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.?
The most popular route from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. is Charlotte Douglas - Baltimore/Washington. You may also consider Charlotte Douglas - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Charlotte Douglas - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.
What are the most reliable airlines from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.?
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 Washington, D.C. on time: Sun Country Air (100%), Ethiopian Air (100%), ANA (84%).
What are the cheapest flights from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.?
The cheapest flight price from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. is $193. On average you can expect to pay $1,697. The most popular route, (Charlotte Douglas - Baltimore/Washington), can usually be booked for $122.
Can I find deals for flights from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.?
Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. (average of $275). Flying from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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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Frontier	Cheapest$82	Average$174	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
American Airlines	Cheapest$179	Average$303	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$189	Average$308	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$192	Average$334	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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$34+ Cheap flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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Cheapest flights from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 28, 2026.

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CLT to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 28, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 7% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.

The most flights from CLT to WAS are scheduled on a Friday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Charlotte to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $200 and $309 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $100 on Frontier (Oct 15-Oct 19).

How often are flights from Charlotte to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between Charlotte and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 121 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Charlotte to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Charlotte to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Charlotte to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charlotte to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on September 26, 2026.

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

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Charlotte to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $200 and $309 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $100 on Frontier (Oct 15-Oct 19).