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Cheapest round-trip
$431
Typical prices: $425-$559
American Airlines
Sat 8/22Sat 8/29
CLT - SFO • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$140
Typical prices: $282-$546
Frontier
Sat 8/22
CLT - SFO • 1 stop
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You can fly direct with American Airlines. Average duration is 5h 29m
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Cheapest • Avg $233 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to San Francisco (CLT-SFO)

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

Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 29
American Airlines Logo
4:48 pm - 7:18 pm
CLT
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SFO
5h 30mnonstop
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11:40 pm - 7:45 am
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5h 05mnonstop
$431American Airlines
Wed, Jul 29 - Tue, Aug 4
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10:04 pm - 12:23 am
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SFO
29h 19m
1 stop
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12:38 pm - 9:19 pm
SFO
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CLT
29h 41m
1 stop
$432Frontier
Fri, Jul 31 - Sun, Aug 2
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12:01 pm - 10:59 pm
CLT
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SFO
13h 58m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:39 pm - 9:19 pm
SFO
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CLT
20h 40m
1 stop
$434Frontier
Fri, Jul 31 - Wed, Aug 5
Frontier Logo
12:01 pm - 10:59 pm
CLT
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SFO
13h 58m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 9:19 pm
SFO
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CLT
12h 19m
1 stop
$435Frontier
Fri, Jul 31 - Fri, Aug 7
Frontier Logo
12:01 pm - 10:59 pm
CLT
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SFO
13h 58m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:04 pm - 5:12 pm
SFO
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CLT
20h 08m
2 stops
$436Frontier
Wed, Aug 19 - Sun, Aug 23
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11:10 am - 4:25 pm
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SFO
8h 15m
1 stop
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8:50 am - 9:10 pm
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CLT
9h 20m
1 stop
$437Southwest
Fri, Jul 31 - Fri, Jul 31
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12:01 pm - 10:59 pm
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SFO
13h 58m
1 stop
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12:29 am - 11:16 am
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CLT
7h 47m
1 stop
$438Frontier
Sat, Aug 1 - Wed, Aug 5
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10:14 pm - 12:23 am
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SFO
29h 09m
1 stop
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10:07 pm - 8:53 pm
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CLT
19h 46m
2 stops
$439Frontier
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
American Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 8:08 pm
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5h 28mnonstop
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6:12 am - 2:27 pm
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CLT
5h 15mnonstop
$441American Airlines
Sat, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 24
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7:55 am - 2:45 pm
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9h 50m
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5:10 am - 6:40 pm
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CLT
10h 30m
2 stops
$442Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Charlotte to San Francisco flights

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

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 Francisco departing in August.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to San Francisco from Charlotte usually cost between $425 and $559 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $431 on American Airlines (Aug 22-Aug 29).

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

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to San Francisco on a Friday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Charlotte, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Charlotte to San Francisco, 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 Francisco is November, where tickets cost $414 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $542 and $535 respectively.

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

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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $498 on average.

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

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 Francisco, 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 Francisco, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% 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 San Francisco

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

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$140
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Charlotte to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Charlotte to San Francisco 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 Francisco

  • What is the best means of transport to the city center from SFO airport?

    Your quickest choice is going to be to take a cab, Lyft, or Uber. Even when there is heavy traffic, they are quicker than the other choices since you can conduct a curbside pick-up (in a sense; read the section below about Uber for more information on this concept). It should take around 25min if there is low traffic, but it might take as long as 40min if there is heavy traffic.

  • Are there rental car companies at SFO airport?

    Yes. The rental desks for Alamo, Avis, and Budget may all be found on the ground level. Free shuttle service is provided by the San Francisco International Airport Rental Automobile Center to car rental firms located off-site at the airport.

  • How long does it take to get through security at Charlotte Douglas airport?

    At CLT, the average wait time for security screenings is 13.2 min. Between the hours of 5pm and 6pm in the evening, security lines at Charlotte Douglas International Airport may be as long as 29min. Generally, Wednesday mornings between 4am and 5am have the smallest lines, with an average wait time of only 2min.

  • Are there parking services at CLT airport?

    The CLT parking facilities are available around the clock, every single day of the year. The facilities have adequate lighting and are often checked by security personnel. In addition, each of the CLT parking facilities has designated places for those who use wheelchairs, and there is a shuttle service that operates around the clock.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Charlotte to San Francisco was $140 for a one-way ticket and $431 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Charlotte to San Francisco, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Charlotte to San Francisco are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $441 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $464 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

    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 Francisco.

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

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

    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 Francisco with an airline and back to Charlotte with another airline. Booking your flights between Charlotte and SFO 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 Francisco?

    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 Francisco 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 Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $484 or less one-way and $481 or less round-trip.
  • After you have checked in, if you feel the urge to unwind and rest, you may go to the Club CLT, which is a lounge that is situated in Concourse A. It opens at 5am and closes at 9:30pm, and there are seats for 105 people. Airport Dimensions, a multinational organization that operates lounges, is in charge of the Club CLT. Food and drink are provided free of charge in conjunction with entrance.
  • An accessible nursing mother's room is situated above the TSA checkpoint at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT). This space provides mothers with privacy, comfortable seats, and a sink so that they may breastfeed or breast pump for their children.
  • If you find yourself in need of a place to put your pet while you are at CLT, you may make use of the pet relief areas that are situated on the A/B Connector, which are located within the terminal (after security). However, there are several restrictions in place inside the premises governing the presence of animals. The only exception to this rule is when it comes to animals that are trained to assist people with disabilities.
  • CLT and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) both have assistance programs set up for travelers who, for whatever reason, may have trouble moving about the airport or using its facilities. We invite you to get in contact with us before you go on vacation to find out more about our assistance with wheelchair rentals and airport transportation. If you wish to make use of these services, you must give the airline a substantial amount of advanced notice.
  • There are four terminals at San Francisco International Airport (SFO): Terminals 1, 2, 3, and the International Terminal. The terminals are linked together on the ground level by means of walkways and an Air Train. There are local restaurants, free Wi-Fi, and even showers at the airport's International Terminal.

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