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

• Earliest: departs at 6:01 am and lands at 8:41 am
• Latest: departs at 8:20 pm and lands at 11:00 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 40m.

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

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Charlotte takes 2h 40m, covering 928 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 Minneapolis to Charlotte range from $295 to $436, with an average of $369 over the past 12 months. Anything below $295 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $369 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $233 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $372 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Sun Country Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Minneapolis to Charlotte flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, evening flights for 28%, 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 $277 to $968. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

• American Airlines
• Delta

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 Minneapolis to Charlotte are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $144, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Easirent
• Budget
• Alamo

Flights from Minneapolis to Charlotte usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 32% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 23% of one-stop connections
• Nashville Intl (BNA) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) - 13% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Minneapolis to Charlotte. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $348 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $399, a difference of $51.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

• American Airlines
• Delta
• Sun Country Air

Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 38m, compared with 4h 58m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 6h 50m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

Charlotte is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis (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 Minneapolis to Charlotte flights:

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

If you are a retired or active serving member of the military, you can access the Armed Forces Service Center (AFSC) at MSP. This lounge is located on the mezzanine level of Concourse A above Gate A1 and has access to a military DNS phone line, a fax machine, a CAC reader, and a cell phone. It also features men's and women's bunk rooms and access to private showers.

In case you are stranded or need some information at CLT, look for the airport volunteers in yellow shirts for assistance. The airport also has an information desk in the ticketing area of the main terminal.

In case you are traveling with your kid, let him/her have some fun at one of MSP's children's play areas. These designated play areas are located on Concourse C next to Gate C12, the baggage claim area of Terminal 1 near Door 6, and Concourse H opposite Gate H6. These aviation-themed play areas feature small air traffic control towers, mock planes, and an adult seating area.

Travelers who intend to rent a car upon landing at CLT are in luck, as the airport recently opened its car rental facility. The facility is located in the lobby on level 2 of the main terminal near the parking deck.