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Cheapest round-trip
$125
Typical prices: $99-$239
Frontier
Mon 10/29Wed 10/31
MCO - CLT • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$125
Typical prices: $98-$238
Frontier
Tue 10/30Wed 10/31
MCO - CLT • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines and Frontier. Average duration is 1h 52m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $311 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Orlando to Charlotte (MCO-CLT)

 

Cheap flights from Orlando to Charlotte with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
Frontier Logo
6:40 am - 8:37 amMCO  Orlando-CLT Charlotte Douglas
1h 57mnonstop
Frontier Logo
11:52 am - 12:02 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCO Orlando
12h 10m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$125Frontier
Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Oct 31
Frontier Logo
6:40 am - 8:37 amMCO  Orlando-CLT Charlotte Douglas
1h 57mnonstop
Frontier Logo
6:05 am - 7:56 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCO Orlando
1h 51mnonstop
$125Frontier
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
Frontier Logo
6:40 am - 8:37 amMCO  Orlando-CLT Charlotte Douglas
1h 57mnonstop
Frontier Logo
6:05 am - 7:56 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCO Orlando
1h 51mnonstop
$127Frontier
Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Oct 31
Frontier Logo
6:40 am - 8:37 amMCO  Orlando-CLT Charlotte Douglas
1h 57mnonstop
Frontier Logo
6:05 am - 7:56 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCO Orlando
1h 51mnonstop
$127Frontier
Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 9
Southwest Logo
3:10 pm - 9:15 pmMCO  Orlando-CLT Charlotte Douglas
6h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
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1:30 pm - 7:25 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCO Orlando
5h 55m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$201Southwest
Wed, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 9
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3:10 pm - 9:15 pmMCO  Orlando-CLT Charlotte Douglas
6h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
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8:15 am - 2:45 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCO Orlando
6h 30m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Richmond Byrd Intl
$207Southwest
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
Southwest Logo
8:50 am - 7:35 pmMCO  Orlando-CLT Charlotte Douglas
10h 45m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
1:30 pm - 6:20 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCO Orlando
4h 50m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$207Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:50 amMCO  Orlando-CLT Charlotte Douglas
1h 50mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:21 am - 10:09 amCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCO Orlando
1h 48mnonstop
$220American Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Jan 26
American Airlines Logo
10:53 am - 5:12 pmMCO  Orlando-CLT Charlotte Douglas
6h 19m1 stop New York LaGuardia
American Airlines Logo
6:26 pm - 8:15 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCO Orlando
1h 49mnonstop
$224American Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Thu, Feb 4
American Airlines Logo
10:53 am - 5:12 pmMCO  Orlando-CLT Charlotte Douglas
6h 19m1 stop New York LaGuardia
American Airlines Logo
7:20 pm - 9:09 pmCLT  Charlotte Douglas-MCO Orlando
1h 49mnonstop
$243American Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Orlando Airport to Charlotte flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Orlando Airport to Charlotte typically range from $99 to $239. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $125, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Orlando Airport to Charlotte?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Orlando Airport to Charlotte. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 38% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Orlando Airport to Charlotte?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Orlando Airport to Charlotte at $95 round-trip.
•June ($284) and July ($256) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 198% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Orlando Airport to Charlotte the cheapest?

Flights from Orlando Airport to Charlotte are cheapest 3 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice for your flight from Orlando to Charlotte

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier and MCO

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

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.

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.

Key details for Orlando Airport to Charlotte flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$50
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 7% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Orlando Airport to Charlotte

When to book flights from Orlando to Charlotte

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Your Orlando Airport to Charlotte flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Orlando Airport to Charlotte?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 6:52 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:54 pm and lands at 12:46 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 52m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Orlando Airport to Charlotte?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Orlando Airport to Charlotte:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Orlando Airport to Charlotte?

    A nonstop flight from Orlando Airport to Charlotte takes 1h 52m, covering 469 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Orlando Airport to Charlotte?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Orlando Airport to Charlotte flight?

    Round-trip flights from Orlando Airport to Charlotte range from $99 to $239, with an average of $152 over the past 12 months. Anything below $99 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Orlando Airport to Charlotte flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the $152 route average. Book 3 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $150 round-trip, compared to $311 via a layover through Nashville Intl (BNA).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Orlando Airport to Charlotte?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $32–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Orlando Airport to Charlotte?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Orlando Airport to Charlotte spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Orlando Airport to Charlotte flights, with 54% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 31%, evening flights for 15%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Orlando Airport to Charlotte 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 $125 to $1,063. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Orlando Airport to Charlotte flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Orlando Airport to Charlotte route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Orlando Airport to Charlotte looking right now?

    One-way fares from Orlando Airport to Charlotte are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $153, which is 41% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)?

    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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Orlando Airport to Charlotte?

    Flights from Orlando Airport to Charlotte usually depart from Orlando (MCO) and arrive at Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Orlando Airport to Charlotte pass through?

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Orlando Airport to Charlotte?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Orlando Airport to Charlotte. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $126 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $210, a difference of $84.

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

  • What airlines fly from Orlando Airport to Charlotte?

    2 airlines operate flights between Orlando Airport and Charlotte. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • Frontier

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 57m, compared with 4h 34m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and 5h 10m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What popular places can I visit in Charlotte?

    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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Orlando Airport to Charlotte flights?

    Among airlines operating Orlando Airport to Charlotte flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Orlando Airport to Charlotte flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: 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.

  • Does Orlando International Airport (MCO) offer long-term parking options?

    If you’re flying to CLT for a lengthy trip, there are parking spots in various parts of MCO you can leave your car. Some of these spots are found at Parking Garages A & B, adjacent to the north and sound exits of the Main Terminal, and Terminal Top Parking, situated above the Main Terminal Building. North and South Park Place Economy Lots also offer long-term parking spaces.

  • Can I travel directly from Orlando to Charlotte?

    If you would love to travel nonstop from Orlando to Charlotte, you’re in luck, as currently, there are several airlines with direct flights on the route, including Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, and Frontier. As all these airlines operate several direct flights on this rouse, you can rest assured of finding a flight that departs at a time you find convenient.

  • Are there any kid-friendly amenities at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)?

    CLT is ranked as one of the most kid-friendly airports in the country. If you travel with your kids at this airport, you can get over your jet lag at the USO center, located on the second floor of the airport’s main terminal. At this center, you’ll have access to video games, a family area, and a child-proof play area.

  • What is a fun place I can visit once I can get to CLT?

    Before leaving CLT, you should make a point of visiting The Carolinas Aviation Museum. One of the few aviation museums located on the grounds of a major airport, this museum boasts over 50 static aircraft and several historic aviation items. If you’re a fan of aviation, you’ll enjoy visiting this establishment.

Your guide to booking Orlando Airport to Charlotte flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $126, about $84 less than Sunday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 3 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Orlando Airport to Charlotte trip for February. Fares historically average $95 round-trip in that month - typically $189 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Charlotte Douglas Airport.

    • Wingate By Wyndham Charlotte Airport I-85/I-485
    • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charlotte I-85
    • Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel
  • To fly to Charlotte from Orlando, you’ll board your flight at Orlando International Airport (MCO). To have enough time to have your baggage checked and documents verified, you should get to this airport 2h before your flight is scheduled.
  • To get to MCO from Orlando, you can board a bus or a taxi. If you’d like to travel cheaply to this airport, you should board one of the buses that serve it. If, however, you’re in a rush, you should board a taxi.
  • Of the airlines that offer flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta are the only ones that boast lounges at MCO, all of which are located in Terminal B. American and United Airlines’ lounges are in Concourse 3, while Delta’s is in Concourse 4.
  • You can breastfeed your baby comfortably at MCO. This is because MCO has nursing rooms equipped with comfortable seats and running water. They are located on the Main terminal (B-side) on Level 2 opposite baggage carousel 24, Concourse 1 next to Gates 10-19 and Gates 20-29, Concourse 2 next to Gate 101, and Concourse 4, in all three gate areas.
  • Although there are airports not so far away from CLT, only CLT receives flights from MCO. CLT conveniently serves several cities, other than Charlotte. These cities include Dixie, Berryhill, Parkwood, Dalton Village, Westerly Hill, and Pinecrest.

Prefer to fly direct from Orlando Airport to Charlotte?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Orlando Airport to Charlotte Douglas Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Orlando to Charlotte Douglas

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

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Direct returns

Charlotte Douglas to Orlando

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier

American Airlines,Frontier

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