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Cheapest round-trip
$261
Typical prices: $319-$483
Southwest
Sat 11/3Sat 11/10
CLT - SJC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$131
Typical prices: $194-$280
American Airlines
Wed 11/14
CLT - SJC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Charlotte and San Jose. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Most punctual • 78% on-time
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $255 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to San Jose (CLT-SJC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charlotte to San Jose

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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7:40 am - 12:55 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-SJC San Jose
8h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
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9:15 am - 6:40 pmSJC  San Jose-CLT Charlotte Douglas
6h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
$261Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
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7:40 am - 12:55 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-SJC San Jose
8h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
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8:30 am - 6:35 pmSJC  San Jose-CLT Charlotte Douglas
7h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
$261Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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5:30 am - 11:50 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-SJC San Jose
9h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:00 pm - 11:57 pmSJC  San Jose-CLT Charlotte Douglas
7h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$261Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
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5:01 pm - 9:25 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-SJC San Jose
7h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 4:34 pmSJC  San Jose-CLT Charlotte Douglas
7h 34m1 stop Salt Lake City
$261Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
Southwest Logo
7:40 am - 12:55 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-SJC San Jose
8h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
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9:15 am - 6:40 pmSJC  San Jose-CLT Charlotte Douglas
6h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
$261Southwest
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 9
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5:25 pm - 9:59 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-SJC San Jose
7h 34m1 stop Salt Lake City
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7:00 am - 6:12 pmSJC  San Jose-CLT Charlotte Douglas
8h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$261Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
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12:21 pm - 10:59 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-SJC San Jose
13h 38m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:30 am - 5:12 pmSJC  San Jose-CLT Charlotte Douglas
7h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$266United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
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5:33 pm - 10:59 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-SJC San Jose
8h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:45 am - 11:56 pmSJC  San Jose-CLT Charlotte Douglas
12h 11m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$267United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
5:38 am - 11:04 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-SJC San Jose
8h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 6:15 pmSJC  San Jose-CLT Charlotte Douglas
9h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$279American Airlines
Tue, Feb 23 - Fri, Feb 26
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9:30 am - 3:51 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-SJC San Jose
9h 21m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:20 pm - 6:41 amSJC  San Jose-CLT Charlotte Douglas
8h 21m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$299American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Charlotte to San Jose flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Charlotte to San Jose with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Charlotte to San Jose start at $261. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $319 to $483. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $261 on Southwest.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charlotte to San Jose, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 23% 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 San Jose?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte to San Jose at $316 round-trip.
•July ($490) and December ($461) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Charlotte to San Jose flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$131
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
Flight from Charlotte to San Jose

When to book flights from Charlotte to San Jose

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Charlotte to San Jose based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Charlotte to San Jose flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from Charlotte to San Jose usually depart from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Charlotte to San Jose:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $255 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $958 for nonstop.

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Charlotte to San Jose route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 26%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $352 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $472: a $120 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    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 San Jose route, 22% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 4 hours 44 minutes.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Jose?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Civic Auditorium. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Charlotte to San Jose?

    A nonstop flight from Charlotte to San Jose takes 0h 00m, covering 2,268 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Charlotte to San Jose?

    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 San Jose 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 $261 to $1,899. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Charlotte to San Jose are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $159, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does American Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Charlotte to San Jose flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline operating Charlotte to San Jose flights. 78% of its flights are on time.

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

    Afternoon 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.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 27m, compared with 7h 31m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 40m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Charlotte and San Jose?

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

  • What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?

    San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Fox
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz

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

    Round-trip flights from Charlotte to San Jose range from $319 to $483, with an average of $383 over the past 12 months. Anything below $319 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Charlotte to San Jose 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 Saturday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $352 - about $120 less than Tuesday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charlotte to San Jose trip for September. Fares historically average $316 round-trip in that month - typically $174 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $255 round-trip on this route - about $704 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 San Jose Airport.
    - Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
    - DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose
    - Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport

More options for your flight from Charlotte to San Jose

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