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

• Earliest: departs at 7:05 am and lands at 12:20 pm
• Latest: departs at 7:58 pm and lands at 1:13 am.

The flight takes about 5h 15m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Charlotte to San Diego:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Charlotte to San Diego takes 5h 15m, covering 2,071 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Charlotte to San Diego range from $426 to $558, with an average of $490 over the past 12 months. Anything below $426 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $490 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $274 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $503 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

Morning is the busiest departure period on Charlotte to San Diego flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $440 to $2,754. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Charlotte to San Diego flights:

• American Airlines
• Alaska 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.

One-way fares from Charlotte to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $205, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Payless
• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Fox

Flights from Charlotte to San Diego usually depart from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 61% of one-stop connections
• Nashville Intl (BNA) - 15% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 9% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 5% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Charlotte to San Diego. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $469 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $526, a difference of $57.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only American Airlines operates flights between Charlotte and San Diego.

Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 47m, compared with 6h 55m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 7h 21m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

San Diego is 3 hours behind Charlotte (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Charlotte to San Diego flights:

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.