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Cheapest round-trip
$215
Typical prices: $133-$321
Frontier
Mon 11/19Sat 11/24
CLT - PHL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$216
Typical prices: $132-$323
American Airlines
Wed 9/19Sun 9/30
CLT - PHL • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines and Frontier. Average duration is 1h 48m
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Most punctual • 87% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 60% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 36% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $175 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Philadelphia (CLT-PHL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charlotte to Philadelphia

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
Frontier Logo
11:50 am - 7:21 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-PHL Philadelphia
43h 31m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:52 pm - 7:55 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CLT Charlotte Douglas
6h 03m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$210Frontier
Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 17
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5:38 pm - 11:43 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-PHL Philadelphia
6h 05m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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6:40 am - 8:32 amPHL  Philadelphia-CLT Charlotte Douglas
1h 52mnonstop
$212Frontier
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
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5:38 pm - 11:43 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-PHL Philadelphia
6h 05m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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1:52 pm - 7:55 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CLT Charlotte Douglas
6h 03m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$215Frontier
Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 30
American Airlines Logo
9:28 am - 11:15 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-PHL Philadelphia
1h 47mnonstop
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10:36 am - 12:30 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CLT Charlotte Douglas
1h 54mnonstop
$216American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:37 pm - 7:35 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-PHL Philadelphia
1h 58mnonstop
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8:10 am - 2:15 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CLT Charlotte Douglas
6h 05m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$223Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 20
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3:10 pm - 11:07 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-PHL Philadelphia
7h 57m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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7:35 am - 3:14 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CLT Charlotte Douglas
7h 39m1 stop Orlando
$235Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
12:52 pm - 2:40 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-PHL Philadelphia
1h 48mnonstop
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10:30 am - 12:30 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CLT Charlotte Douglas
2h 00mnonstop
$256American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28
American Airlines Logo
6:03 pm - 7:55 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-PHL Philadelphia
1h 52mnonstop
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1:53 pm - 3:40 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CLT Charlotte Douglas
1h 47mnonstop
$256American Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
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3:10 pm - 11:57 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-PHL Philadelphia
8h 47m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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5:20 pm - 11:00 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CLT Charlotte Douglas
5h 40m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$293JetBlue
Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 23
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3:10 pm - 11:07 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-PHL Philadelphia
7h 57m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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7:00 am - 2:15 pmPHL  Philadelphia-CLT Charlotte Douglas
7h 15m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$293JetBlue
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Price, demand and travel trends for Charlotte to Philadelphia flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

Round-trip flights from Charlotte to Philadelphia start at $215. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $133 to $321. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $215 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charlotte to Philadelphia, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 30% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte to Philadelphia at $137 round-trip.
  • July ($302) and June ($294) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 120% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Charlotte to Philadelphia the cheapest?

Flights from Charlotte to Philadelphia are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 60% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Charlotte to Philadelphia

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Qatar Airways and Frontier

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines and PHL

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on CLT

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Charlotte to Philadelphia flights

Low season

February

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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
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Your Charlotte to Philadelphia flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Where can I sleep at Philadelphia International Airport?

    Minute Suites offers sleep cabins and workstations which you can rent for relaxing or working. The sleep cabins have day bed sofas, fresh blankets, pillows, TV, desk, phone, and free Wi-Fi. They are located in the A-B terminal link and are rented by the hour. For the hotel experience, you can book your stay at the Philadelphia Airport Marriott. This hotel is in terminal B and you can take the airport train to get here. They offer day rooms, overnight stays, and a shuttle that runs every 20 minutes.

  • Does Philadelphia International Airport offer accessibility services?

    PHL is an ADA-compliant airport. The airport has provided barrier-free access to the entire airport in the form of ramps and elevators. Passengers with limited mobility get reserved parking spots, accessible restrooms, designated drop-off zones, dedicated seating, and fast track services at PHL. You can also organize wheelchair assistance through your airline. Similarly, low-vision passengers traveling through PHL can count on tactile guide paths, braille signage, and audio announcements to guide them through the airport. Aira services are also available at PHL. The hard of hearing have visual paging services and TDD telephones at PHL.

  • Does Philadelphia International Airport offer family services?

    PHL has Mamava Suites nursing cabins where you can feed your baby privately. Each cabin includes a seat, fold-down table, and power outlets for charging. You will find these nursing suites between terminals B and A east. Nursing parents can also sleep 30 minutes for free in the sleeping cabins at PHL. The airport also has around 42 companion and family restrooms dotted throughout the airport. PHL has provided children’s play areas for passengers traveling with older kids. The play area in terminal A east features aviation-themed toys and climbing structures.

  • What are the transport options from Philadelphia International Airport?

    The SEPTA airport regional train line connects PHL to downtown Philly. Passengers can use this line to get from the airport to the city center and connect to Amtrak trains and Greyhound buses. The airport is also served by the SEPTA public bus. Bus routes 37, 108, and 115 provide services between PHL and some of the surrounding regions. Several car rental agencies have their counters at the arrivals halls of PHL. Metered taxis are also outside baggage claim and operate 24/7.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Charlotte to Philadelphia flights?

    Among airlines operating Charlotte to Philadelphia flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    2 airlines operate flights between Charlotte and Philadelphia. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • American Airlines
    • Frontier

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    Flights from Charlotte to Philadelphia usually depart from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and arrive at Philadelphia (PHL).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Charlotte to Philadelphia flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Charlotte to Philadelphia:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $175 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $215 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Charlotte to Philadelphia pass through?

    One-stop flights from Charlotte to Philadelphia most commonly connect through:

    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Charlotte to Philadelphia route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $188 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $279, a difference of $91. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Charlotte to Philadelphia route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 26 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Charlotte to Philadelphia flights, with 45% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 22%, night flights for 22%, and afternoon flights for 11%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Philadelphia?

    Some of the most popular sights in Philadelphia are Philadelphia Convention Center, Rittenhouse Square and Philadelphia Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Philadelphia on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    A nonstop flight from Charlotte to Philadelphia takes 1h 48m, covering 448 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Charlotte to Philadelphia:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:48 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:50 pm and lands at 12:38 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 48m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Charlotte to Philadelphia flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 16% above the route average of $214. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Charlotte to Philadelphia changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $210 to $1,781. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Charlotte to Philadelphia looking right now?

    One-way fares from Charlotte to Philadelphia are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $140.

  • How does Spirit Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Charlotte to Philadelphia flights?

    Spirit Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Charlotte to Philadelphia flights are:

    • Spirit Airlines: 87% on time
    • American Airlines: 86% on time
    • Frontier: 78% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 85% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • Is it cheaper to take a train or bus instead of flying between Charlotte and Philadelphia?

    Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Charlotte and Philadelphia is around $215 round-trip, with a flight time of about 5h 57m. Recent train fares are around $205, with a trip time of about 12h 20m. Compared with flying, recent train fares are roughly 5% lower. However, taking the train takes about 6+ hours longer each way.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 26m, compared with 5h 14m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 5h 33m via Orlando (MCO).

  • What car rental options are available at Philadelphia Airport (PHL)?

    Philadelphia Airport (PHL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Payless
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Thrifty
    · Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Charlotte to Philadelphia flight?

    Round-trip flights from Charlotte to Philadelphia range from $133 to $321, with an average of $214 over the past 12 months. Anything below $133 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Charlotte to Philadelphia flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Charlotte to Philadelphia flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Charlotte to Philadelphia flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $188 - about $91 less than Sunday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 60% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charlotte to Philadelphia trip for December. Fares historically average $137 round-trip in that month - typically $165 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Spirit Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 87% of Spirit Airlines flights from Charlotte to Philadelphia arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 85%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 26 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $175 round-trip on this route - about $40 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Philadelphia Airport.
    - Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
    - Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is a massive airport with seven terminals. The airport has provided a free shuttle that runs every 10 minutes for easy inter-terminal transportation.
  • Pets are welcome at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). CLT has indoor relief areas around the security areas in high-traffic locations and outdoor relief areas are outside the terminal building on the east and west ends.
  • American Airlines is the only airline with a lounge at CLT. There are two AA lounges and you’ll find them on concourses B and C.
  • Around 447 kg of carbon is emitted on flights from Charlotte to Philadelphia. You can fly more sustainably with Frontier Airlines, which has a flight that emits 74%less carbon per passenger.
  • If you are stressed before your flight, CLT has a PUPs program, where trained therapy dogs give free hugs to de-stress passengers before their flights. The dogs are in all terminals and have vests that say: “pet me.”

Prefer to fly direct from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Philadelphia Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Charlotte Douglas to Philadelphia

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

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Direct returns

Philadelphia to Charlotte Douglas

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

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