What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

As of October 2025, there are 1 flights per day flying from Charlotte to San Francisco. The most common time of day flights depart is 12:00PM, with 55% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Charlotte and San Francisco?

Atlanta (ATL) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Frontier and Sun Country Air are the most popular carriers operating from Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Charlotte to San Francisco?

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $430.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Charlotte to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 49m.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Charlotte to San Francisco flights?

According to our data, American Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 20% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Charlotte to San Francisco?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 16m.

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

American Airlines, Delta and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Charlotte according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 72% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How often are flights from Charlotte to San Francisco delayed?

Historically, on average around 21% of flights between Charlotte and San Francisco have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 140 minutes.

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

9 flights are operational weekly from Charlotte to San Francisco as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 56% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What is the most punctual flight time for Charlotte to San Francisco flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Prices for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.

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

As of October 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to San Francisco Airport.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Charlotte Douglas Airport to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport 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 San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of January, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $423.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Charlotte to San Francisco is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $456. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $535.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Charlotte to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to San Francisco in the evening for as low as $429. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $508.

What is the cheapest Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Charlotte when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $437 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Charlotte for as low as $379 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Charlotte to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Charlotte to San Francisco flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Charlotte in the past 72 hours is $395. The best round-trip flight deal from Charlotte to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $395.

The fastest flight from Charlotte to San Francisco takes 5h 42m

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How far is Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco by plane?
San Francisco is 2294.8 mi away from Charlotte Douglas. Typically, this will take 9h 02m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to San Francisco Airport?
As of October 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to San Francisco Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Charlotte Douglas Airport to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Charlotte Douglas Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport 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 San Francisco Airport. 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 San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Charlotte and San Francisco, the leading plane model is Airbus A321-100/200, making up 91.76% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321neo with 2.15%, Embraer 175 with 1.43%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 1.08%.
What is the most popular airline from Charlotte to San Francisco?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Charlotte to San Francisco is American Airlines, representing 83% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Frontier at 9%, Delta at 3%, and Southwest at 3%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $140	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,124 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $202	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,241 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Delta	PriceFrom $218	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,992 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $278	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,999 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $309	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,032 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

American Airlines Flights From Charlotte to San Francisco
American Airlines is one of the most popular airlines flying from Charlotte to San Francisco, operating 6 flights/week on average for this route. A good American Airlines flight deal for Charlotte to San Francisco starts from $309 round-trip, up to an average price of $461. Our users have rated American Airlines at 7.2/10.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of January, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $423.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Charlotte to San Francisco is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $456. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $535.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Charlotte to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to San Francisco in the evening for as low as $429. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $508.

What is the cheapest Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Charlotte to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Charlotte to San Francisco flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Frontier and Sun Country Air are the most popular carriers operating from Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

How often are flights from Charlotte to San Francisco delayed?

Historically, on average around 21% of flights between Charlotte and San Francisco have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 140 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Charlotte to San Francisco flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Charlotte to San Francisco flights?

According to our data, American Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 20% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Charlotte and San Francisco?

Atlanta (ATL) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Charlotte to San Francisco?

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $430.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Charlotte to San Francisco?

Flights connecting via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 49m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Charlotte to San Francisco?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 16m.

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

As of October 2025, there are 1 flights per day flying from Charlotte to San Francisco. The most common time of day flights depart is 12:00PM, with 55% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

9 flights are operational weekly from Charlotte to San Francisco as of October 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 56% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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