How many flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 47.2% of flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This means that nearly half of the available options offer a direct route, while connecting flights typically involve multiple stops. Travelers prioritizing direct routes have a good selection of options.

How long does it take to fly from Philadelphia to Charlotte?

A direct flight from Philadelphia to Charlotte typically takes approximately 1 hour and 52 minutes, covering a distance of 721 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to about 8 hours and 9 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of non-stop options. Travelers should consider the substantial time savings offered by direct routes when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Philadelphia to Charlotte flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte have been classified as frequent. This indicates that price fluctuations and opportunities for good value occur regularly. Setting a price alert can be beneficial to capture these frequent deals. Given the historical patterns, travelers have a good chance of finding favorable prices if they monitor the route.

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Philadelphia to Charlotte: Overview

Insights for flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte

Right now, fares for flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte are significantly above the typical level. Prices typically range from $139–$408, with a median of $225. However, 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding cheap flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte may require some flexibility.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Charlotte? The data indicates that April is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $82. Following closely, May also offers competitive prices, with a median of $112. Travelers can also find lower fares in September, where the median price is $119.

For travelers considering direct flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte, a meaningful share are non-stop, with 47.2% of recent itineraries being direct. For the remaining itineraries, most involve 2 connections.

How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Charlotte? A typical journey, including connections, takes about 1h 52m. This duration reflects the overall travel time, accounting for both direct and connecting itineraries on this route.

The distance between Philadelphia and Charlotte is approximately 721 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, making it a convenient option for quick travel between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Philadelphia to Charlotte

Regular price: $188 - $235

Prices for flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte typically range from $188 to $235. The current lowest deal is $200 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 22-Aug 26.

now $200

Low $188

High $235

The cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Charlotte

The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Charlotte is November, with a median price of $129. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $453. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $129

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $453

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Philadelphia to Charlotte

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Charlotte

Philadelphia (PHL) - Charlotte (CLT)

Frontier Airlines

$312

$314

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Charlotte

Philadelphia (PHL) - Charlotte (CLT)

Frontier Airlines

$263

$247

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Charlotte

Philadelphia (PHL) - Charlotte (CLT)

Frontier Airlines

$371

$323

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Charlotte

Philadelphia (PHL) - Charlotte (CLT)

Frontier Airlines

$241

$242

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Charlotte

Philadelphia (PHL) - Charlotte (CLT)

Frontier Airlines

$290

$280

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Charlotte

Philadelphia (PHL) - Charlotte (CLT)

Frontier Airlines

$293

$287

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte

1 night

Aug 4 - Aug 5

$394 → $288

27%

2 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 8

$378 → $303

20%

1 night

Sep 19 - Sep 20

$295 → $222

25%

2 nights

Aug 9 - Aug 11

$343 → $270

21%

Popular Airports to fly from Philadelphia to Charlotte

Philadelphia - Charlotte route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Philadelphia to Charlotte are above the typical level, with a median price of $225.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Charlotte, with a median price of $129.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 52m

Direct flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte typically take 1 hour 52 minutes, while connecting flights average 8 hours 49 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available on Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights on this route. Nearly half of all recent deals were for direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines is a prominent carrier for this route, with direct flights available.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte appear frequently, making it easier to find good prices.

Philadelphia main airports to depart from

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Charlotte.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$202

Charlotte main airports to arrive at

Charlotte Douglas International (CLT)

Cheapest

Charlotte Douglas International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte.

📍 ~9 km from Charlotte city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$202

Airports nearby Charlotte used as alternative

Greenville–Spartanburg International (GSP)

Greenville–Spartanburg International offers a robust selection of domestic carriers and a less congested experience.

📍 ~130 km from Charlotte (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$198

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Charlotte

75% AI deal score

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$697

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Charlotte

Historically, the best prices for flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $142. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked 28-59 days out typically average around $158, while those booked 7-13 days before departure can average $372. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of travel, show an average price of $264. Planning ahead by more than two months can lead to significant savings.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Philadelphia to Charlotte is considered to be $139 or less. The median price for this route has been $225. Approximately 25% of all deals observed were priced at or below $139. Conversely, about 75% of deals were priced at $408 or less, indicating that prices can vary significantly.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Charlotte, with a median price of $82. May also offers competitive prices, with a median of $112. While September shows a median of $119, it is also listed as the most expensive month in some historical data. The annual median price for this route is $225, suggesting that certain months offer substantial savings compared to the yearly average.

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Philadelphia to Charlotte: Overview

Insights for flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte

How much is a round trip from Philadelphia to Charlotte

Regular price: $188 - $235

Prices for flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte typically range from $188 to $235. The current lowest deal is $200 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 22-Aug 26.

now $200

Low $188

High $235

The cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Charlotte

November

Cheapest

Flights from $129

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $453

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Philadelphia to Charlotte

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Charlotte

Philadelphia (PHL) - Charlotte (CLT)

Frontier Airlines

$312

$314

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Charlotte

Philadelphia (PHL) - Charlotte (CLT)

Frontier Airlines

$263

$247

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Charlotte

Philadelphia (PHL) - Charlotte (CLT)

Frontier Airlines

$371

$323

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Charlotte

Philadelphia (PHL) - Charlotte (CLT)

Frontier Airlines

$241

$242

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Charlotte

Philadelphia (PHL) - Charlotte (CLT)

Frontier Airlines

$290

$280

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PHL - Charlotte

Philadelphia (PHL) - Charlotte (CLT)

Frontier Airlines

$293

$287

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Philadelphia to Charlotte

1 night

Aug 4 - Aug 5

$394 → $288

27%

2 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 8

$378 → $303

20%

1 night

Sep 19 - Sep 20

$295 → $222

25%

2 nights

Aug 9 - Aug 11

$343 → $270

21%

Popular Airports to fly from Philadelphia to Charlotte