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Airfares from $26 One Way, $53 Round Trip from Chicago to Charlotte

Prices starting at $53 for return flights and $26 for one-way flights to Charlotte were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

More About Flying To Charlotte from Chicago

Route Information for Flights from Chicago to Charlotte

Origin Airport IATA Code
CHI
Destination Airport IATA Code
CLT
Distance
598 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
American Airlines, Qatar Airways, Air Canada, JAL, Austrian, Aer Lingus, Emirates, Swiss, Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Royal Jordanian, ANA, Malaysia Airlines, Lufthansa, British Airways, Gulf Air
Earliest Flight Arrival
12:27PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
3:47AM UTC

From Chicago to Charlotte

If you want to leave the bustling windy city of Chicago, Illinois, take a short vacation to Charlotte, North Carolina, one of the strongest financial hubs in the United States. You can book nonstop and connecting flights from Chicago to Charlotte on Orbitz.com in just a few minutes.

Leaving Chicago

Two airports serve passengers leaving Chicago: O’Hare International Airport and Midway International Airport. O’Hare is located approximately seventeen miles northwest of downtown Chicago and is the larger and busier airport of the two. Midway is located eight miles from downtown Chicago. A taxicab to either airport can cost up to $70. You can save money by boarding a CTA bus or train for $2.25; the bus and train conveniently provide direct access to both airports. If you decide to drive, long-term parking is available at both locations starting at $10 per day.

Arriving in Charlotte

Charlotte Douglas International Airport serves passengers flying in and out of the city. This large airport serves tens of millions of passengers yearly and is located six miles west of downtown. If you’ve booked a rental car on Orbitz.com, you can pick it up at one of many car rental companies available at the airport, including Budget, Enterprise, Thrifty, and Hertz. You can also take a bus or taxicab into town. Getting to downtown Charlotte from the airport by taxi will cost approximately $20. Once you get to your destination, you’ll have plenty of options for entertainment. You can visit the U.S. National Whitewater Center, Discovery Place, or Hendrick Motorsports Complex for a fun family outing. The NASCAR Hall of Fame and Mint Uptown Museum are also popular attractions. The weather in Charlotte is mild throughout the year, with average summer highs in the upper 80s and average winter lows in the low 30s. 

Planning Your Trip

Book your flights from Chicago to Charlotte on Orbitz.com to save money on your air ticket, hotel room, and rental car. The more money you save, the more you’ll have to spend on enjoying your time in the beautiful city of Charlotte.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Chicago to Charlotte?
The good news is, there are. American Airlines and United Airlines are a couple of carriers that will take you directly from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Charlotte, NC (CLT-Charlotte-Douglas Intl.).
What is the shortest flight from Chicago to Charlotte?
If the weather is good and there are no unexpected hiccups, you could be coming in to land at CLT from MDW in as little as 2 hours and 45 minutes. With such a speedy flight time, consider bringing just hand luggage.
What airlines fly from Chicago to Charlotte most frequently?
American Airlines (AA) offers 252 flights every month between ORD to Charlotte, NC (CLT-Charlotte-Douglas Intl.). Your next grand adventure is just clicks away. If you’d like some more options, have a look at the prices with United Airlines (UA), which operates 91 flights from Chicago to Charlotte each month.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.