$94 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Charlotte (CLT)

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Charlotte (SAN-CLT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $94 for one-way flights and $188 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Tue, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 10
SAN
San Diego
CLT
Charlotte
$188 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 3 from San Diego to Charlotte, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $188 found 9 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, May 29 - Tue, Jun 3
SAN
San Diego
CLT
Charlotte
$198 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 29 from San Diego to Charlotte, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $198 found 14 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 10
SAN
San Diego
CLT
Charlotte
$198 Roundtrip, just found
$198
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jun 1 from San Diego to Charlotte, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $198 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Jun 1 - Thu, Jun 5
SAN
San Diego
CLT
Charlotte
$208 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jun 1 from San Diego to Charlotte, returning Thu, Jun 5, priced at $208 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, May 11 - Wed, May 21
SAN
San Diego
CLT
Charlotte
$210 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$210
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 11 from San Diego to Charlotte, returning Wed, May 21, priced at $210 found 3 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jun 5 - Tue, Jun 10
SAN
San Diego
CLT
Charlotte
$211 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$211
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jun 5 from San Diego to Charlotte, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $211 found 12 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, May 29 - Tue, Jun 3
SAN
San Diego
CLT
Charlotte
$213 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 29 from San Diego to Charlotte, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $213 found 14 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, May 25 - Tue, Jun 3
SAN
San Diego
CLT
Charlotte
$213 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 25 from San Diego to Charlotte, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $213 found 5 hours ago
United
Tue, Jul 1 - Wed, Jul 2
SAN
San Diego
CLT
Charlotte
$302 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$302
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jul 1 from San Diego to Charlotte, returning Wed, Jul 2, priced at $302 found 22 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Jul 1 - Sat, Jul 5
SAN
San Diego
CLT
Charlotte
$307 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$307
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jul 1 from San Diego to Charlotte, returning Sat, Jul 5, priced at $307 found 16 hours ago
Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Charlotte (CLT)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Charlotte-Douglas Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$188
Distance
2072 mi

San Diego to Charlotte Flights

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

The best time to book a flight from San Diego to Charlotte

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Charlotte in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $94 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) cost?
Pick up cheap return flights starting at $397 from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT). 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 American Airlines flight leaving SAN on May 20 2025 and touching down at CLT. The price was last updated on April 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SAN to CLT?
The cheapest flights from SAN 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
You can fly nonstop from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) on an American Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SAN to CLT?
With prices starting from $199 for a one-way flight from SAN to CLT, American Airlines is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SAN on July 17 2025. Prices were last updated on April 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
With, on average, 4 nonstop flights departing from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) each day, you’ll be up in the air in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
The 7 AM departures from SAN to CLT see the highest demand. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you’re looking to save, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to CLT?
Jet off on a Sunday if you’re looking for the best choice of flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT).
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 6:15AM UTC-8, heading out of San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). You’ll be flying for around 4h 37m, arriving at Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) at approximately 1:52PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Flights from SAN to CLT have an average travel time of 4 hours and 32 minutes. The distance between the two is 2,100 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to CLT?
With 88% of journeys typically arriving on schedule, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT). To check your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
To avoid possible delays on the San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) is the only airport in Charlotte with direct flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). Consider the options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from SAN to CLT shortly before your trip is typically more expensive. But if there’s some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to CLT flight and hotel package?
You’ll typically save money by booking a SAN to CLT flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s simple to manage it all in one place. Once you’ve selected your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras such as activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Typically, you can modify or cancel your SAN 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 rules on flight changes, or if you need more details, head to our Customer Service portal.

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