$82 Cheap Flights from Orange County (SNA) to Charlotte (CLT)

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Cheap Flights from Orange County to Charlotte (SNA-CLT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $82 for one-way flights and $229 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Sat, Oct 18 - Sat, Oct 25
SNA
Orange County
CLT
Charlotte
$229 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$229
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from Orange County to Charlotte, returning Sat, Oct 25, priced at $229 found 5 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Sat, Sep 6
SNA
Orange County
CLT
Charlotte
$248 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Orange County to Charlotte, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $248 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 7
SNA
Orange County
CLT
Charlotte
$254 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$254
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Orange County to Charlotte, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $254 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Fri, Oct 31
SNA
Orange County
CLT
Charlotte
$254 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$254
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Orange County to Charlotte, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $254 found 3 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 20
SNA
Orange County
CLT
Charlotte
$260 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$260
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Orange County to Charlotte, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $260 found 23 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Fri, Sep 5
SNA
Orange County
CLT
Charlotte
$262 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$262
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Orange County to Charlotte, returning Fri, Sep 5, priced at $262 found 5 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 11
SNA
Orange County
CLT
Charlotte
$268 Roundtrip, just found
$268
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Orange County to Charlotte, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $268 just found
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 18
SNA
Orange County
CLT
Charlotte
$324 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$324
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Orange County to Charlotte, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $324 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 1
SNA
Orange County
CLT
Charlotte
$399 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$399
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Orange County to Charlotte, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $399 found 1 hour ago
United
Tue, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 1
SNA
Orange County
CLT
Charlotte
$414 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$414
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Orange County to Charlotte, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $414 found 1 hour ago

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October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $135 - $499 per traveler.

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Select flight to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. CLT. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 11 minutes. Flights from $283
CLT
Charlotte-Douglas Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center11 min
Flights from $283
Flights from Orange County (SNA) to Charlotte (CLT)
Origin airport
John Wayne
Destination airport
Charlotte-Douglas Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$229
Distance
2093 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 47 mins

Orange County to Charlotte Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Orange County 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 Orange County to Charlotte are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Orange County to Charlotte with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Orange County to Charlotte

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Orange County 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 Orange County 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 Orange County to Charlotte in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $82 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 Orange County 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 Orange County 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 John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from SNA to CLT by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SNA to CLT?
The cheapest flights from SNA to CLT are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
When flying out of John Wayne Airport (SNA), you can catch a nonstop flight to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) with American Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SNA to CLT?
Right now, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from SNA to CLT is American Airlines. You can book a seat on this route from $267. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SNA on September 29 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
On average, only 1 nonstop flight departs each day from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT). Seeking more options? Use Expedia's filters to discover flights with layovers and add a new destination to your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Flights between SNA and CLT are busiest at 7 AM. If you're after a more relaxed trip and potentially cheaper fares, choose a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SNA to CLT?
Depart on a Friday if you're after the biggest selection of flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT).
What is the earliest flight from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
John Wayne Airport (SNA)'s first flight to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) takes off at approximately 7:45AM UTC-8. With a travel duration of 4h 34m, you'll touch down at around 3:19PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Flights from SNA to CLT have an average travel time of 4 hours and 34 minutes. The distance between the two is 2,100 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SNA to CLT?
American Airlines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT), with an on-time score of 81%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight schedule before you leave and get immediate updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
To avoid potential delays on the John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) route, fly before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) is the only airport in Charlotte with direct flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA). Browse the available options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SNA to CLT are typically more expensive. To lock in the cheapest rates, start looking for flights well in advance. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may land a cheap fare right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a SNA to CLT flight and hotel package?
Securing a SNA to CLT flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our impressive range of stays and then add flights, car rentals and activities 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 John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
In most cases, you can cancel or reschedule your SNA to CLT flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you want further details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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