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$71 Find Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport

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Cheapest round-trip
$122
Typical prices: $376-$172
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Cheapest non-stop
$123
Typical prices: $318-$180
Frontier
Fri 5/1Sun 5/3
CLT - ORD • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl (CLT-ORD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl

Fri, Apr 24 - Sat, Apr 25
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12:50 pm - 12:24 am
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12h 34m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 1:54 pm
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7h 49m
1 stop
$122Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 3
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4:40 pm - 6:14 pm
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2h 34mnonstop
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12:38 pm - 3:46 pm
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2h 08mnonstop
$123Frontier
Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 3
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9:54 pm - 9:36 am
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12h 42m
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12:38 pm - 3:46 pm
ORD
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2h 08mnonstop
$126Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 3
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4:40 pm - 6:14 pm
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2h 34mnonstop
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12:38 pm - 3:46 pm
ORD
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2h 08mnonstop
$127Frontier
Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 3
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4:40 pm - 6:14 pm
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ORD
2h 34mnonstop
Frontier Logo
12:38 pm - 3:46 pm
ORD
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2h 08mnonstop
$128Frontier
Fri, Apr 24 - Mon, Apr 27
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12:50 pm - 12:24 am
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ORD
12h 34m
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7:15 pm - 9:10 am
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12h 55m
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$129Spirit Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Tue, May 5
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2:59 pm - 12:24 am
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10h 25m
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5:05 am - 2:11 pm
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8h 06m
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$130Spirit Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, May 3
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12h 34m
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12:38 pm - 3:46 pm
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$131Multiple Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Mon, Apr 27
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12:50 pm - 12:24 am
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12h 34m
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7:15 pm - 9:10 am
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12h 55m
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$132Spirit Airlines
Wed, Apr 29 - Sun, May 3
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12h 34m
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Charlotte to O'Hare Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport departing in April.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Chicago O'Hare Airport, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is January, where tickets cost $182 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $303 and $297 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl

 
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Chris Dong

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$71
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 19% increase in price.
Flight from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl 
LeoFlew with United Airlines
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Jun 2024
Get precheck TSA if you’re flying in early morning. Get a seat on the right side of the plane if you want to see sunrise.
JenniferFlew with American Airlines
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Jul 2024
Both the Charlotte and O'Hare airports are large and well organized. Wear you comfy walking shoes and enjoy the journey!

FAQs for booking Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport was $71 for a one-way ticket and $122 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Charlotte and Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport flight route: American Airlines, JetBlue, Air France, Finnair, British Airways, Iberia, and Delta.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Charlotte and Chicago O'Hare Airport, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Charlotte to Chicago, United Airlines or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Charlotte to Chicago are United Airlines and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $304 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $279 and an overall rating of 7.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago O'Hare Airport from Charlotte is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chicago O'Hare Airport with an airline and back to Charlotte with another airline. Booking your flights between Charlotte and ORD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago O'Hare Airport from Charlotte up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $154 or less one-way and $311 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Charlotte to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Charlotte Douglas to Chicago O'Hare Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Charlotte Douglas to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Charlotte Douglas

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Charlotte to Chicago. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Charlotte to O'Hare Intl? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 9562 reviews
7.7Boarding
7.3Comfort
7.1Entertainment
6.6Food
8.1Crew
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Very comfortable flight, snacks and drinks were good, good communication from crew. Could have used a little more information on timing of boarding for group 5

10.0 ExcellentJim, Apr 2026
BWI - ORD
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Very comfortable flight, snacks and drinks were good, good communication from crew. Could have used a little more information on timing of boarding for group 5

Great flight. Got to watch a movie. Smooth flight and early arrival at ORD.

It was better than excellent. The staff in Mason City were great. The young woman that pushed my wheelchair did more than could be expected of her. She came from India 17 years ago. I don't remember her name.

After arriving in Chicago, we were taxiing for 1.5 hours with infrequent and untruthful updates about the amount of time it would take to arrive at the gate. Minimally, the team could have provided timing expectations that were more truthful, especially one their original expectations were not met.

Every staff member was professional, friendly and courteous. The pizza twist was ok. It was warm but too much dough.

I had a terrible experience. My flight got delayed from Atlanta to Chicago on Monday April 6, 2026, and that led to me missing my next flight to Brussels. United Airlines didn’t provide me with any accommodation for shelter. I had to sleep at the airport in Chicago. The next flight I was put on didn’t leave until the evening hours of Tuesday 4/7/2026.

The flight was officially delayed 3 times, and was actually later than that. Combined, it was a 3 hour delay, but there was no recognition (miles, voucher, etc). The crew seemed stressed. The captain sounded nervous in his announcements. The flight itself was smooth and uneventful.

Just a bad day to fly. Flight was delayed from scheduled 6:50 pm departure to 8:50 pm. Combination of factors mostly related to weather at the destination airport (which is where the incoming flight originated) which delayed the inbound flight over an hour. Once on board, we taxied but had to hold again on the taxiway for 10 minutes or so. We did not get wheels up until after 9 pm. The flight was smooth but about 18 minutes from our destination, we had to hold for several minutes more due to weather at ORD. We finally landed at ORD about 11:08 pm (accounting for the time difference, that was about a 3 hour delay from our scheduled departure time). It felt like we were never going to get to our destination. But the flight crew and attendants were very good. The movie selection onboard was also very nice. Got to watch half of a movie just during our taxi from the gate at ATL due to the delay!

3 hour delay…. Nearly 2 hours sitting on tarmac. Do better, United. Or at least have the sense to not say “we hope you enjoyed your flight with us” upon disembarking.

Flights were on time. Free Wifi on plane. Everything was well organized.

I'm not sure American is capable of on-time arrivals and departures. When you land at ORD, you almost always get held on the tarmac because your gate is still occupied. I may have missed my connection, but that ended up up being significantly delayed as well. Once again, I finally got home well after midnight.

Crew at the gate was very crabby and not at all polite. The plane was very hot the entire flight. And the seat cushion was very worn out.

The staff are very, very professional. It's what flying should feel like.

Flight was delayed half hour before boarding, but when I checked flight aware the plane that would Pick us up had a delay of more than an hour. AA should let us know in advance to avoid waiting several hours in the airport

Delays with no explanation. It could have been handled better.

Jill was the flight attendant in first class she was fabulous!! Best flight attendant I have had in years.!! And I fly every other week. Other can learn from her!!

As a first class customer, there was no power the entire flight which limited my ability to work. I find this unacceptable. The first 11 rows on the left side of the plan were out. I was only offered the option to charge my phone which was not the issue because my laptop was out of power. I asked if there was anything that can be done for me, and the answer was, "no". I was not offered any type of compensation for this AA problem which caused me unnecessary stress due to inability to address business issues on an already challenging travel day. Flight attendants tried to reset the power once but that was the extent of their support. Very disappointing for the lack of expected services on a flight. Please contact me with customer focused response to this complaint.

There was no inflight service. Once we landed we were delayed to find a gate for an hour and a half which was 1/2 the total time in the air.

The chicken wrap was tiny ($13 for what looked like a 1/3 of a normal wrap?) and disgusting.

It was good experience this time. The flight was on time.

My first time experience with Spirit Air was not good at all.The reason i did not know to cancel 24Hrs before flight depature you do charge cancellation fee. It's ridiculous policy.Actually you should provide full voucher instead of charging cancellation fee. Confirmation Code# ZNVPHG Thanks Much , Rita S

That this is my second time the they cancel flights and they always wait until the last minute to let people know

Spirit is awful. Do not fly spirit. Nothing but delays, cancellations.

Nothing. We didn’t even have a pilot until one hour after our flight was set to depart and now we are waiting for a gate on a very hot packed aircraft. Spirit has lost its goddamn minds and we will never fly again. On the way down the delay went from 5 minutes to 6 hours to cancelled.

Delayed 11 hours with two being on our destinations tarmac, no compensation or refund and was told I would actually get charged a $200 cancellation fee if I decided to switch airlines for my return flight. For their inconvenience they gave a $10 meal voucher to split between two people in a airport.

Like Spirit but bad that you have to pay for water 🙃

If there are delays, it takes less than a minute for a Spirit employee to make an announcement. It’s very simple.

For a change, friendly staff at check-in and in flight.

Delayed both in takeoff and landing, trash plane no amenities, I've said it before but I'll never fly Spirit again.

It’s was a cheap flight and they got us there safely. It’s just their whole business model that make the experience “meh.” They make you paranoid about whether your personal item is too big. They make you paranoid about being crammed into a middle seat at the back of the plane. They purposely cram people together leaving multiple rows completely empty and even after the door closes the FA’s announce that everyone has to sit in their assigned seat. We knew what we were buying and in that regard we got a cheap and safe flight but it felt like they do their best to take any enjoyment out of the experience. That’s all on management, not the crew.

They switched our terminal 3 times and we were delayed for four plus hours!!!

It was an early flight and most people napped/slept and the crew let us which was nice.

The crew acted like they had never done this and kept barking passive aggressive orders at people. + the security line + the delay + sitting on the tarmac for 2 hours + none of the apps or signage updating with correct times

More inflight connection. And leg space is horrible. And the paying for baggage I'd ridiculous!!!

My flight was originally from SAT to MCO connecting from MCO to ORD. We got diverted to ATL and than Frontier staff there was sooo un helpful first they said they couldn’t give us any accommodation since our flight first got delayed that cancelled and now it’s 221am and I am still in ATL since they said they need to create a new flight my final destination is ORD and I have been delayed twice and cancelled. With no real help the frontier app didn’t work no email updates over all such a horrible experience

There's no seats that lean back with little leg space i wad uncomfortable the entire flight. Your charges for extra baggage is despicable and costly!!

Remind customers of the need to have passport or new ID for boarding.

Flight was canceled. Most upsetting was message from Kayak, stating that the flight was canceled and click with Kayak for details regarding rebook, refund details. THERE'S NO INFORMATION PROVIDED BY KAYAK EXCEPT THAT FLIGHT IS CANCELED. AND NOW THIS SURVEY TO FIND OUT HOW WAS THE FLIGHT !!!!!!!

The flight never took off and we spent 7 hours at the airport

Gate not determined until I got to the airport - hard to plan the trip to the airport.

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