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Cheapest round-trip
$343
Typical prices: $359-$475
Frontier
Mon 10/19Thu 10/22
CLT - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$433
Typical prices: $379-$574
American Airlines
Sat 9/12Tue 9/15
CLT - SAN • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with American Airlines. Average duration is 4h 50m
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Cheapest • Avg $307 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 50m (one-way)
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to San Diego (CLT-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Charlotte to San Diego 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 San Diego

Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
Frontier Logo
7:46 pm - 3:41 pm
CLT
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SAN
22h 55m
1 stop
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8:32 pm - 6:51 pm
SAN
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CLT
19h 19m
1 stop
$343Frontier
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
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7:41 pm - 3:41 pm
CLT
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SAN
23h 00m
1 stop
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9:57 am - 11:15 am
SAN
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CLT
22h 18m
2 stops
$344Frontier
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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12:10 pm - 11:59 pm
CLT
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SAN
14h 49m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 6:46 pm
SAN
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CLT
9h 21m
1 stop
$345Frontier
Wed, Sep 23 - Sun, Sep 27
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12:10 pm - 8:19 am
CLT
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SAN
23h 09m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
1:22 pm - 11:15 am
SAN
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CLT
18h 53m
2 stops
$346Frontier
Wed, Aug 26 - Sun, Aug 30
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9:52 pm - 8:14 pm
CLT
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SAN
25h 22m
2 stops
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3:45 pm - 4:26 pm
SAN
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CLT
21h 41m
1 stop
$347Frontier
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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7:46 pm - 3:41 pm
CLT
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SAN
22h 55m
1 stop
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6:25 am - 6:51 pm
SAN
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CLT
9h 26m
1 stop
$348Frontier
Fri, Aug 14 - Tue, Aug 18
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6:30 pm - 10:55 pm
CLT
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SAN
7h 25m
1 stop
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8:35 am - 9:25 pm
SAN
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CLT
9h 50m
2 stops
$349Southwest
Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 8
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5:21 pm - 9:05 am
CLT
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SAN
18h 44m
1 stop
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10:00 am - 6:46 pm
SAN
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CLT
29h 46m
2 stops
$350Frontier
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19
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6:50 am - 1:00 pm
CLT
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SAN
9h 10m
2 stops
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8:05 am - 9:25 pm
SAN
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CLT
10h 20m
2 stops
$351Southwest
Wed, Aug 12 - Sun, Aug 16
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10:04 pm - 11:51 pm
CLT
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SAN
28h 47m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:35 am - 8:53 pm
SAN
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CLT
11h 18m
1 stop
$352Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Charlotte to San Diego flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Charlotte to San Diego 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 San Diego?

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 San Diego departing in October.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charlotte to San Diego?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Charlotte to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to San Diego on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to fly from Charlotte to San Diego. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Charlotte to San Diego, 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 San Diego is October, where tickets cost $429 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $496 and $489 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Charlotte to San Diego?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $478, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Charlotte to San Diego?

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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Charlotte to San Diego

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

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAN

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$120
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Charlotte to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Charlotte to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Charlotte to San Diego

  • Can I breastfeed my baby at SAN?

    While at SAN, you can breastfeed your baby. This is because this airport has lactation rooms on the 2nd level of Terminal 1 West, the ground level of Terminal 1 East, and the 2nd level of Terminal 2 West, near gates 34-35. These nursing rooms feature comfy seats, sinks with running water, changing tables, and power outlets.

  • Where can I withdraw cash at SAN?

    If you want to withdraw some cash before leaving SAN, you can do so with ease, given that both Terminals 1 and 2 feature ATMs. In Terminal 1, they are opposite the food court and near gates 1, 2, 5, and 13. In Terminal 2, they are near gates 23 and 36, carousel 4, and underneath the escalator near Sunset Cove.

  • How can I get assistance at CLT?

    If you need help at CLT, you can visit the airport’s information desk, near Ticketing Area on the airport’s Landside. Alternatively, you can seek assistance from one of the airport’s volunteers. Identifying one is pretty easy, as they all wear distinct yellow shirts.

  • Which hotels are nearest to CLT?

    If you want to stay in a hotel near CLT, Hampton Inn & Suites Charlotte Airport and Holiday Inn Charlotte Airport are the hotels for you. Apart from having comfortable rooms, these hotels offer free airport shuttle services. Thus, if you choose to stay at one, you’ll enjoy access to a comfy room and free transportation to the airport in time for your flight.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Charlotte to San Diego?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Charlotte to San Diego was $120 for a one-way ticket and $343 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Charlotte and San Diego?

    A passport is not required to fly from Charlotte to San Diego.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Charlotte to San Diego?

    When flying out of Charlotte you will be using Charlotte Douglas. You will be landing at San Diego, also known as San Diego.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Charlotte to San Diego?

    American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Charlotte to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Charlotte to San Diego?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Charlotte to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Charlotte to San Diego?

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Charlotte and San Diego, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Charlotte to San Diego?

    There are nonstop flights from Charlotte to San Diego on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Charlotte to San Diego, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Charlotte to San Diego are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $464 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $588 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Charlotte to San Diego?

    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 San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Charlotte to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    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 San Diego with an airline and back to Charlotte with another airline. Booking your flights between Charlotte and SAN 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 San Diego?

    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 San Diego 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 San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $397 or less one-way and $494 or less round-trip.
  • If you’re an American Express Car holder, you can wait for your flight to San Diego from Charles Douglas International Airport (CLT) at the Centurion Lounge. Situated near the intersection of Concourses D and E, this lounge features incredible amenities and incredible staff.
  • If you’ve got adequate time before your flight to San Diego, while at CLT, you can enjoy manicures, pedicures, massages, and other spa services at the Getaway Spa. Found in the Atrium, this spa offers quality services at competitive rates. Thus, at this spa, you’ll enjoy every penny you spend.
  • While waiting for your flight to San Diego at CLT, you can enjoy a variety of light dishes and drinks, given that this airport features several cafes and food stores. Chalice Café in Concourse C, 1897 in the Atrium, Brookwood Farms BBQ also in the Atrium, and Ciao Gourmet Market in Concourse D are some of the eateries you can visit at the airport.
  • If you’re serving in the military or an immediate family member of an officer in the US army, you can rest at San Diego International Airport’s (SAN) USO Lounge. Located on the Terminal 2 East Floor, this lounge features comfy chairs, beverages, snacks, entertainment magazines, flat-screen TVs, and exceptional staff. To enter this lounge, you won’t have to pay anything.
  • To travel from SAN to San Antonio’s city center, you’ll have the option of boarding a bus or a taxi. If you would like to travel quickly to the city center from the airport, you should board a taxi, whereas if you would like to travel affordably, you should board a bus.

Prefer to fly direct from Charlotte to San Diego?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Charlotte Douglas to San Diego.
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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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San Diego to Charlotte Douglas

Monday

American Airlines

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Tuesday

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