Flying from Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by looking up where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). Explore the options for taking off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 5 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight.
Charlotte is one hour ahead of Chicago. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is located in Charlotte, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Pick from 77 direct services a week between Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). This is the most popular route when departing from Chicago.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to CLT, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) depart from this terminal.
At ORD, you'll find a good selection of carriers offering direct flights from Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, such as:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with American Airlines from ORD to CLT.
The most punctual carrier on this route is American Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 77.79% of the time.
Located around 27 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
70% of flights that take off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can book a direct Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) plane ticket with departures from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Figure out if flying from MDW works better for your plans.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Chicago to CLT departing from MDW. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in a single journey.
On the MDW to CLT route, Southwest Airlines is the airline most travellers rely on.
The most reliable carrier is Southwest Airlines. Its Chicago Midway International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flights arrive without delay 72.32% of the time.
You can arrive at MDW from central Chicago in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to CLT flight:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on time.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours or so if you take public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive as expected. At RFD, that rate is 71%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near CLT instead:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
The street address for CLT is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Getting from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to central Charlotte
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Charlotte. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Right now, R 828 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,802. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Chicago to CLT.
June is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
January is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), while September is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Charlotte based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Charlotte is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Chicago to CLT plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Charlotte
Start your Charlotte trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art and Discovery Place are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Charlotte itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres east of Charlotte, a visit to Raleigh will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park.
