How many flights depart from Charlotte to California on average per week?

As of September 2026, 62 flights take off from Charlotte and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 48% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to California?

American Airlines, Delta and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Charlotte according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 73% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Charlotte Douglas to California?

Frontier, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Charlotte Douglas to California

How many flights depart from Charlotte to California on average per day?

The number of flights available between Charlotte and California is 8 per day as of September 2026. The most frequent departure time is 8:00AM, with 53% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to California?

Prices for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to California are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to California?

There are 7 operators available for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to California as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Charlotte Douglas Airport to California?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Charlotte Douglas Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$126 Cheap Flights from Charlotte to California in 2026

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Find the cheapest flights from Charlotte to California

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Direct

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

11:56 am - 12:34 amCLT Charlotte Douglas-LAX Los Angeles

15h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:05 am - 4:02 pmLAX Los Angeles-CLT Charlotte Douglas

6h 57m1 stop Denver Intl

$238Frontier

Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 17

12:09 pm - 11:44 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-LAX Los Angeles

14h 35m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:00 am - 11:14 amLAX Los Angeles-CLT Charlotte Douglas

26h 14m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$238Frontier

Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4

4:45 pm - 9:55 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-LAX Los Angeles

8h 10m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

11:30 pm - 9:44 amLAX Los Angeles-CLT Charlotte Douglas

7h 14m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$292United Airlines

Mon, Feb 22 - Fri, Feb 26

4:45 pm - 9:55 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-LAX Los Angeles

8h 10m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

12:10 am - 10:03 amLAX Los Angeles-CLT Charlotte Douglas

6h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$292United Airlines

Wed, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 20

9:40 pm - 12:06 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-LAX Los Angeles

17h 26m2 stops Orlando Charleston

6:00 am - 11:11 amLAX Los Angeles-CLT Charlotte Douglas

26h 11m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$319Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Fri, Oct 9

9:40 pm - 12:06 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-LAX Los Angeles

17h 26m2 stops Orlando Charleston

6:00 am - 11:11 amLAX Los Angeles-CLT Charlotte Douglas

26h 11m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$319Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

6:40 pm - 9:16 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-SMF Sacramento Intl

5h 36mnonstop

10:41 pm - 6:20 amSMF Sacramento Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas

4h 39mnonstop

$337American Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12

6:40 pm - 9:16 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-SMF Sacramento Intl

5h 36mnonstop

4:19 pm - 5:05 amSMF Sacramento Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas

9h 46m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$347American Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13

7:15 pm - 11:30 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-LAX Los Angeles

7h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl

6:30 am - 5:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-CLT Charlotte Douglas

7h 40m1 stop Dallas Love Field

$357Southwest

Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Jan 6

9:00 pm - 1:30 amCLT Charlotte Douglas-LAX Los Angeles

7h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl

9:50 pm - 9:55 amLAX Los Angeles-CLT Charlotte Douglas

9h 05m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

$357Southwest

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26

Cheap last minute flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

2:53 pm - 11:29 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-LAX Los Angeles

11h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

9:40 pm - 3:16 pmLAX Los Angeles-CLT Charlotte Douglas

14h 36m1 stop Orlando

$238Frontier

Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 12

4:51 pm - 11:29 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-LAX Los Angeles

9h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

9:40 pm - 8:35 amLAX Los Angeles-CLT Charlotte Douglas

7h 55m1 stop Orlando

$244Frontier

Sat, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 14

10:25 am - 3:23 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-LAX Los Angeles

7h 58m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11:30 pm - 10:24 amLAX Los Angeles-CLT Charlotte Douglas

7h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$297United Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Fri, Sep 18

10:25 am - 3:23 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-LAX Los Angeles

7h 58m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10:35 pm - 10:08 amLAX Los Angeles-CLT Charlotte Douglas

8h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$317United Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Oct 10

4:51 pm - 11:29 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-LAX Los Angeles

9h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:21 am - 5:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-CLT Charlotte Douglas

13h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Owensboro Daviess County

$360Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Oct 10

7:54 pm - 12:10 amCLT Charlotte Douglas-LAX Los Angeles

7h 16m1 stop Denver Intl

12:21 am - 5:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-CLT Charlotte Douglas

13h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Owensboro Daviess County

$360Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Oct 10

10:00 am - 3:05 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 05m1 stop Nashville Intl

11:50 pm - 11:45 amSMF Sacramento Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas

8h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway

$387Southwest

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19

6:30 am - 12:00 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 30m2 stops Nashville Intl Los Angeles

11:50 pm - 11:45 amSMF Sacramento Intl-CLT Charlotte Douglas

8h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway

$392Southwest

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19

2:25 pm - 8:24 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-ONT Ontario

8h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 4:40 pmONT Ontario-CLT Charlotte Douglas

7h 40m1 stop Salt Lake City

$449Delta

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22

12:00 pm - 10:40 pmCLT Charlotte Douglas-ONT Ontario

13h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:15 pm - 10:00 amONT Ontario-CLT Charlotte Douglas

13h 45m2 stops Salt Lake City New York John F Kennedy Intl

$460Delta

Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 15

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Frontier flights from Charlotte to California

Our best Frontier deals on Charlotte to California flight tickets

Frontier

Oct 2

CLT7:54 pmCharlotte Douglas

21h 45m

1 stop

LAX2:39 pmLos Angeles

Oct 15

LAX12:09 amLos Angeles

7h 56m

1 stop

CLT11:05 amCharlotte Douglas

$238

Frontier

Sep 23

CLT1:34 pmCharlotte Douglas

12h 55m

1 stop

LAX11:29 pmLos Angeles

Oct 5

LAX9:40 pmLos Angeles

14h 36m

1 stop

CLT3:16 pmCharlotte Douglas

$240

Frontier

Sep 10

CLT7:54 pmCharlotte Douglas

7h 16m

1 stop

LAX12:10 amLos Angeles

Sep 15

LAX12:59 amLos Angeles

8h 39m

1 stop

CLT12:38 pmCharlotte Douglas

$244

United Airlines flights from Charlotte to California

Our best United Airlines deals on Charlotte to California flight tickets

United Airlines

Sep 12

CLT10:25 amCharlotte Douglas

7h 58m

1 stop

LAX3:23 pmLos Angeles

Sep 18

LAX11:30 pmLos Angeles

7h 54m

1 stop

CLT10:24 amCharlotte Douglas

$297

United Airlines

Sep 10

CLT10:25 amCharlotte Douglas

7h 58m

1 stop

LAX3:23 pmLos Angeles

Oct 10

LAX10:35 pmLos Angeles

8h 33m

1 stop

CLT10:08 amCharlotte Douglas

$317

United Airlines

Sep 29

CLT4:20 pmCharlotte Douglas

7h 28m

1 stop

SJC8:48 pmSan Jose

Oct 26

SJC8:45 amSan Jose

9h 44m

1 stop

CLT9:29 pmCharlotte Douglas

$363

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

CharlotteLos Angeles

CLT Charlotte Douglas - LAX Los Angeles

CLTLAX

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 10/15

11:56 am-12:34 am

1 stop15h 38m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/17

6:05 am-4:02 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$238

CharlotteLos Angeles

CLT Charlotte Douglas - LAX Los Angeles

CLTLAX

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 10/2

12:09 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/4

6:00 am-11:14 am

1 stop26h 14m

$238

CharlotteLos Angeles

CLT Charlotte Douglas - LAX Los Angeles

CLTLAX

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 2/22

4:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/26

11:30 pm-9:44 am

1 stop7h 14m

$292

CharlotteLos Angeles

CLT Charlotte Douglas - LAX Los Angeles

CLTLAX

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 2/17

4:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/20

12:10 am-10:03 am

1 stop6h 53m

$292

CharlotteLos Angeles

CLT Charlotte Douglas - LAX Los Angeles

CLTLAX

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 10/6

9:40 pm-12:06 pm

2 stops17h 26m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/9

6:00 am-11:11 am

1 stop26h 11m

$319

CharlotteLos Angeles

CLT Charlotte Douglas - LAX Los Angeles

CLTLAX

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 10/6

9:40 pm-12:06 pm

2 stops17h 26m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/13

6:00 am-11:11 am

1 stop26h 11m

$319

Quickest round-trip

CharlotteSacramento

CLT Charlotte Douglas - SMF Sacramento Intl

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 10/8

6:40 pm-9:16 pm

Nonstop5h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/12

10:41 pm-6:20 am

Nonstop4h 39m

$337

CharlotteSacramento

CLT Charlotte Douglas - SMF Sacramento Intl

CLTSMF

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 10/8

6:40 pm-9:16 pm

Nonstop5h 36m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/13

4:19 pm-5:05 am

1 stop9h 46m

$347

CharlotteLos Angeles

CLT Charlotte Douglas - LAX Los Angeles

CLTLAX

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 12/16

7:15 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/6

6:30 am-5:10 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$357

CharlotteLos Angeles

CLT Charlotte Douglas - LAX Los Angeles

CLTLAX

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 10/22

9:00 pm-1:30 am

1 stop7h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/26

9:50 pm-9:55 am

1 stop9h 05m

$357

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Charlotte to California

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Other information

What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of November is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Charlotte averaging around $446.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Charlotte to California is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $530. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Sunday is $1,089.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $512. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $1,284 on average. Flights to California from Charlotte in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Charlotte Douglas to California flight route?

Fly from Charlotte Douglas to Ontario for the best Charlotte Douglas - California flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from Charlotte to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Charlotte when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $445 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Charlotte for as low as $377 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Charlotte to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Charlotte to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Charlotte to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Charlotte to California flight.

Cheap Charlotte to California flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Charlotte to California

Best Price Found	$126
Fastest flight time	4h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Charlotte in the past 72 hours is $126. The best round-trip flight deal from Charlotte to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $238.

The fastest flight from Charlotte to California takes 4h 30m

Direct flights go from Charlotte to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From Charlotte there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA), Palm Springs (PSP) and 1 more.

Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying from Charlotte to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to California are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to California?
There are 7 operators available for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to California as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Charlotte Douglas Airport to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Charlotte Douglas Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Charlotte to California?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Charlotte to California is Airbus A321-100/200 (82.14% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321neo (3.43%), Airbus A320-100/200 (2.77%), and Airbus A220-300 (2.53%).

Best airlines flying from Charlotte to California

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Charlotte to California with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $143	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,554 reviews	Search Delta flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $159	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,611 reviews	Search Frontier flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $223	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,040 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $238	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,192 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $293	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,045 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $308	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,195 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $414	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,899 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Charlotte to California?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Charlotte to California for you.

Can I find flights from Charlotte to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Charlotte to California flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Charlotte to California?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to California from Charlotte.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Charlotte to California right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Price alerts on flights to California from Charlotte are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.

An easier way to manage your California trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Fri 10/9

Fri 10/16

Email me momondo's favorite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to California

Popular cities

Other flights from Charlotte

Other flights to California

Airlines

Complete your trip

Feeling lucky

Popular cities in California

Flights to New Yorkfrom $54

Flights to Los Angelesfrom $40

Flights to Orlandofrom $57

Flights to Miamifrom $57

Flights to San Franciscofrom $48

Flights to Chicagofrom $50

Flights to Las Vegasfrom $44

Flights to Washington, D.C.from $59

Flights to Fort Lauderdalefrom $64

Flights to Bostonfrom $94

Flights to Atlantafrom $42

Flights to Dallasfrom $50

Cheap flights from Charlotte to California from $126

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Charlotte to California departing on 10/2. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Find the cheapest flights from Charlotte to California

Cheap round-trip flights

Cheap one-way flights

Cheap last minute flights

Cheap direct flights

Big names and deals

Big names and deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Frontier flights from Charlotte to California

Our best Frontier deals on Charlotte to California flight tickets

United Airlines flights from Charlotte to California

Our best United Airlines deals on Charlotte to California flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to California that are best for you.

See travel insights to California from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Charlotte to California

What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

What is the cheapest Charlotte Douglas to California flight route?

How far in advance should I book a flight from Charlotte to California?

What cabin class options are available on Charlotte to California flights?

Can stopping save me money on Charlotte to California flights?

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Charlotte Douglas to California?

What airlines fly to California?

How many flights depart from Charlotte to California on average per day?

How many flights depart from Charlotte to California on average per week?

Cheap Charlotte to California flight deals and tips

Best Price Found

Fastest flight time

Direct flights

Airports in California

Frequently asked questions about flying from Charlotte to California

Best airlines flying from Charlotte to California

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Charlotte to California with momondo

Why use momondo?

An easier way to manage your California trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to California

Popular cities in California

Popular flights according to clicks in the last 7 days on momondo

Charlotte flight routes

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year

California flight routes

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year

Fly your favorite airline to California

Airlines are sorted and displayed according to clicks in the past 7 days on momondo

Complete your trip to California

Explore popular destinations other users love

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year