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

• Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:09 am
• Latest: departs at 9:33 pm and lands at 11:42 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 09m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Charlotte:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Charlotte takes 2h 09m, covering 584 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 Chicago to Charlotte range from $191 to $379, with an average of $290 over the past 12 months. Anything below $191 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the $290 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $150 round-trip via Newark (EWR), compared to $292 for nonstop.

Frontier is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Southwest has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Chicago to Charlotte flights are:

• Frontier: 87% on time
• Southwest: 84% on time
• United Airlines: 84% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Charlotte flights, with 47% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 27%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 6%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $245 to $1,516. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Chicago to Charlotte flights:

• American 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 Chicago to Charlotte are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $137, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Easirent
• Budget
• Alamo

Flights from Chicago to Charlotte may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

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 Chicago to Charlotte route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 17m.

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

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 54% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Owensboro Daviess County (OWB) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from Chicago to Charlotte. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $249 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $346, a difference of $97.

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

3 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Charlotte. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• American Airlines
• United Airlines
• Southwest

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 36m, compared with 4h 40m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 4h 45m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

Charlotte is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Charlotte are Spectrum Center, Bank of America Stadium and Charlotte Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Charlotte on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Charlotte flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: 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
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.