$72 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Charlotte (CLT)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Charlotte (ORD-CLT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $72 for one-way flights and $90 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 19
ORD
Chicago
CLT
Charlotte
$90 Roundtrip, just found
$90
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Chicago to Charlotte, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $90 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Sun, Aug 10
ORD
Chicago
CLT
Charlotte
$95 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$95
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Chicago to Charlotte, returning Sun, Aug 10, priced at $95 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Jul 31 - Sun, Aug 3
ORD
Chicago
CLT
Charlotte
$108 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$108
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 31 from Chicago to Charlotte, returning Sun, Aug 3, priced at $108 found 1 hour ago
United
Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 15
ORD
Chicago
CLT
Charlotte
$117 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Chicago to Charlotte, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $117 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 8
ORD
Chicago
CLT
Charlotte
$124 Roundtrip, just found
$124
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Chicago to Charlotte, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $124 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
ORD
Chicago
CLT
Charlotte
$125 Roundtrip, just found
$125
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Chicago to Charlotte, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $125 just found
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 15
ORD
Chicago
CLT
Charlotte
$127 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$127
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Chicago to Charlotte, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $127 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Sun, Aug 17
ORD
Chicago
CLT
Charlotte
$130 Roundtrip, just found
$130
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Chicago to Charlotte, returning Sun, Aug 17, priced at $130 just found
American Airlines
Fri, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 7
ORD
Chicago
CLT
Charlotte
$143 Roundtrip, just found
$143
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Chicago to Charlotte, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $143 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jul 30 - Mon, Aug 4
ORD
Chicago
CLT
Charlotte
$194 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 30 from Chicago to Charlotte, returning Mon, Aug 4, priced at $194 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Charlotte (CLT)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $52 - $128 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Charlotte (CLT)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Charlotte-Douglas Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$90
Distance
598 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 9 mins

Chicago to Charlotte Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Charlotte

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Chicago to Charlotte are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Chicago to Charlotte with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Charlotte

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to Charlotte: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Chicago to Charlotte

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Chicago to Charlotte in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $72 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Chicago to Charlotte flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Chicago to Charlotte airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) cost?
Cheap return flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) start at $115. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Frontier Airlines flight leaving ORD on July 31 2025 and touching down at CLT. The price was last updated on July 9 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to CLT?
To lock in a cheap fare, search for direct flights from ORD to CLT that depart in November. You can find a one-way Frontier Airlines flight for $60 leaving on November 17 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on July 9 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
If you're departing from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), you can catch a direct flight to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) with American Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ORD to CLT?
With prices starting from $60 for a one-way journey from ORD to CLT, Frontier Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier flying this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ORD on October 2 2025. Prices were last updated on July 9 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
With, on average, 12 nonstop flights departing from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) every day, you'll be up in the air in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Flights between ORD and CLT tend to be busiest at 7 AM. If you're after a less crowded experience and possibly cheaper tickets, look for a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to CLT?
Sunday offers the most flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Take the earliest flight at around 5:10AM UTC-6, departing from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). You'll be traveling for roughly 2h 5m, reaching Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) at approximately 8:15AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Flights from ORD to CLT have an average travel time of 2 hours and 5 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 600 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ORD to CLT?
Delta Air Lines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT), with an on-time rating of 100%. Use the Expedia App to check your flight status before you leave and receive notifications about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
To touch down at Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) without delays, book a flight that leaves O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Charlotte from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Compare your flight options from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT). This is the only airport in Charlotte you can jet into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from ORD to CLT are generally more expensive. For the lowest prices, start searching for flights as early as possible. That said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, it's possible to land a cheap fare right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to CLT flight and hotel package?
Booking an ORD to CLT flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Select from our impressive range of accommodations and then add car rentals, activities and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Typically, you can modify or cancel your ORD to CLT flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you want more information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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