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Cheapest round-trip
$249
Typical prices: $278-$378
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Sat 9/5Thu 9/10
MDW - CLT • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$260
Typical prices: $305-$559
Southwest
Wed 9/16Wed 9/16
MDW - CLT • Non-stop
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United Economy Plus adds legroom, while American Main Cabin Extra includes early boarding.
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Charlotte (CHI-CLT)

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

Sat, Sep 5 - Thu, Sep 10
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10:56 am - 6:21 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-CLT Charlotte Douglas
6h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:09 pm - 4:57 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 48m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$249Delta
Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 21
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7:47 am - 1:26 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
4h 39m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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4:18 pm - 5:38 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 20mnonstop
$250American Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 7
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8:00 am - 1:28 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
4h 28m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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7:42 am - 9:00 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 18mnonstop
$250American Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 1
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7:25 am - 4:43 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
8h 18m1 stop Philadelphia
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6:25 pm - 10:50 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 25m1 stop Owensboro Daviess County
$251Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
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6:12 pm - 11:59 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
4h 47m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:45 am - 8:00 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 15mnonstop
$253United Airlines
Fri, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 10
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6:50 am - 10:08 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
2h 18mnonstop
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7:55 pm - 11:40 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$253United Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1
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7:00 am - 1:47 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
5h 47m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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8:11 pm - 8:21 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 10m1 stop Orlando
$254Frontier
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13
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7:00 am - 1:28 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas
5h 28m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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9:42 pm - 6:31 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 49m2 stops Orlando Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$255Frontier
Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 12
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8:20 am - 11:20 amMDW  Chicago Midway-CLT Charlotte Douglas
2h 00mnonstop
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1:30 pm - 9:50 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MDW Chicago Midway
9h 20m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
$255Southwest
Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28
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9:25 am - 12:20 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-CLT Charlotte Douglas
1h 55mnonstop
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8:10 am - 9:05 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MDW Chicago Midway
1h 55mnonstop
$260Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Charlotte flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Charlotte to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago to Charlotte departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Charlotte from Chicago usually cost between $205 and $438 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $249 on Delta (Sep 5-Sep 10).

What is the cheapest Chicago to Charlotte flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The absolute cheapest return flight from Chicago to Charlotte costs $271 on the route between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Charlotte (CLT). However, over the past month, flights between Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) and Charlotte (CLT) were, on average, 6% cheaper than other Chicago-Charlotte routes. The most popular route is between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Charlotte (CLT).

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

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

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Charlotte, 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 Chicago to Charlotte is January, where tickets cost $174 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $372 and $370 respectively.

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

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 $408 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Charlotte, 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 Chicago to Charlotte, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 39% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Charlotte

 
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Harriet Baskas

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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.

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Expert on Frontier, United Airlines and ORD

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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

July

Cheapest flight

$124
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 42% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 35% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Charlotte

When to book flights from Chicago to Charlotte

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

  • Are there lounges at O’Hare International Airport?

    O’Hare International Airport has several lounges where you can access top-end services such as access to the internet, resting couches, food, and drinks, among others. Head up to the United Club lounge at terminal 1 Gate B6, B18, C16, and F9, Delta Sky Club on Terminal 2 Gate E6, or SAS Lounge on Terminal 5 (International Terminal) close to Gate M15.

  • Where can mothers attend to their infants when they land at Charlotte Douglas International Airport?

    Mothers arriving at Charlotte Douglas International Airport with their infants can take advantage of the Mothers Room at the airport to attend to their children. The airport has its Mothers Room on the 2nd floor between Concourse A and B, above the restaurants. The room has amenities facilitating breastfeeding, breast pumping, diaper changing, and resting.

  • Which airlines hub out Charlotte Douglas International Airport?

    Charlotte Douglas International Airport is a hub for American Airlines and Piedmont Airlines. The airlines utilize the airport to schedule their passengers’ connecting flights and service and fuel their aircraft. Passengers using these airlines can also access the airline lounges at the airport.

  • Where can I park my vehicle at O’Hare International Airport before catching a flight?

    If you are due to fly from O’Hare International Airport, you can park your vehicle at one of the parking slots available within the airport. For example, you may park your vehicle at Lot D on Terminal 5, Economy Lot F at the end of Mannheim and Zemke Rd, or Economy Lot H, which only accepts credit cards.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Charlotte?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Charlotte was $124 for a one-way ticket and $249 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

    Chicago has 2 major airports: Chicago Midway and Chicago O'Hare Intl. Charlotte Douglas is the only airport in Charlotte. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from Chicago O'Hare Airport.

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

    American Airlines, JetBlue, Lufthansa, and United Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Charlotte flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Charlotte?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Charlotte flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Charlotte?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Charlotte, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Charlotte, Southwest or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Charlotte are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $332 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $385 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

    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 Chicago to Charlotte.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Charlotte from Chicago 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 Chicago to Charlotte?

    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 Charlotte with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Charlotte?

    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 Charlotte from Chicago 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 Chicago to Charlotte

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $209 or less one-way and $385 or less round-trip.
  • Like many other US cities, Chicago experiences morning rush hour from about 7 am to 9 am. So if you have an early morning flight from O’Hare International Airport (ORD), consider leaving your house early to beat the hassle of commuting. You should also ensure you arrive at the airport at least 2h before the departure time of your flight.
  • If you are arriving late at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), spend the rest of the night at hotels close to the airport. For example, you can book yourself into Hampton Inn & Suites Charlotte Airport, about 1.8 miles away, or Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Airport, which is approximately 2.1 miles away. These are ideal as you will not have to travel deeper into the city to find a hotel at night.
  • Those arriving at CLT with their four-legged buddies can take them to the airport’s pet relief area to freshen them. These can be located on Concourse A Connector between Gates A21-A29 and A1-A13, Concourse D and E close to the restroom corridor, Concourse E near the stairs, and close to checkpoint A, inside the terminal.
  • Those planning to take flights from Chi’s O’Hare International Airport and who need to access banking services can find ATMs at the airport. The airport has ATMs in all terminals. You can find one at Concourse B in Terminal 1 on the upper level, Upper and lower level of the International terminal, and Terminal 2 and 3 upper levels.
  • Families with children at O’Hare International Airport can lead them to the children’s play area to keep them entertained before catching a flight. The airport has a Family Lounge on Terminal 2 with a designated kids’ play area.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to Charlotte?

 
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Chicago to Charlotte Douglas

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Charlotte Douglas to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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