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$51+ Cheap flights from Charlotte to Miami (CLT - MIA)

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CLT — MIA
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Charlotte Douglas to Miami are usually found in September or February, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to Miami

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) to Miami (MIA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$106
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One-way from

$51
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Popular in

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

$190

Good round-trip deal

$208 or less

Good one-way deal

$125 or less
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Cheapest flights from Charlotte to Miami
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlotte to Miami. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/131:50 pmCLT - MIA
Nonstop2h 15mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/1910:35 amMIA - CLT
Nonstop2h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$106
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/610:20 pmCLT - MIA
Nonstop2h 22mFrontier
Sun 10/124:16 pmMIA - CLT
Nonstop2h 13mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$107
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/107:01 pmCLT - MIA
Nonstop2h 12mFrontier
Sun 10/124:16 pmMIA - CLT
Nonstop2h 13mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$108
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/201:50 pmCLT - MIA
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/286:00 amMIA - CLT
Nonstop2h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$109
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/49:11 amCLT - MIA
Nonstop2h 22mFrontier
Sun 9/76:00 amMIA - CLT
Nonstop2h 11mFrontier
Deal found 8/18$110
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1210:20 pmCLT - MIA
Nonstop2h 22mFrontier
Sun 9/146:00 amMIA - CLT
Nonstop2h 11mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$111
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/189:11 amCLT - MIA
Nonstop2h 22mFrontier
Sun 9/287:25 amMIA - CLT
1 stop6h 07mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$112
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/711:07 amCLT - MIA
1 stop8h 08mFrontier
Sun 11/97:38 pmMIA - CLT
Nonstop2h 19mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$113
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/119:11 amCLT - MIA
Nonstop2h 22mFrontier
Sun 9/217:25 amMIA - CLT
1 stop6h 07mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$115
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/49:11 amCLT - MIA
Nonstop2h 22mFrontier
Mon 9/84:01 pmMIA - CLT
1 stop5h 24mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$116
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/107:01 pmCLT - MIA
Nonstop2h 12mFrontier
Mon 10/139:25 amMIA - CLT
1 stop12h 31mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$117

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlotte to Miami that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to Miami that are best for you.

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Price

CharlotteMiami

CLT - MIA

CLTMIA

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 10/4

1:50 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Miami

Sat 10/11

10:13 am-12:23 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$106

CharlotteMiami

CLT - MIA

CLTMIA

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 11/13

10:32 am-12:51 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

Miami

Sun 11/16

1:56 pm-4:01 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$106

CharlotteMiami

CLT - MIA

CLTMIA

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 10/25

1:44 pm-3:48 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Miami

Fri 10/31

10:24 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$106

CharlotteMiami

CLT - MIA

CLTMIA

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 9/28

1:50 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Miami

Sat 10/4

10:35 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$106

CharlotteMiami

CLT - MIA

CLTMIA

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 11/9

10:32 am-12:51 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

Miami

Sun 11/16

1:56 pm-4:01 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$106

CharlotteMiami

CLT - MIA

CLTMIA

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 9/6

1:50 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Miami

Sat 9/13

10:35 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$106

CharlotteMiami

CLT - MIA

CLTMIA

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 10/26

1:44 pm-3:48 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Miami

Sat 11/1

10:24 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$106

CharlotteMiami

CLT - MIA

CLTMIA

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 9/26

1:50 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Miami

Sat 10/4

10:35 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$106

CharlotteMiami

CLT - MIA

CLTMIA

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 9/7

1:50 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Miami

Sat 9/13

10:35 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$106

CharlotteMiami

CLT - MIA

CLTMIA

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 10/20

7:29 pm-9:41 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$51

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The best insider tips for Charlotte to Miami flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Charlotte to Miami trip
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, ideal for short flights.


Spirit's self-service bag drop saves time; print your boarding pass beforehand.

Read more about Spirit Airlinesby Daniel Scheffler
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats guarantee an empty middle seat for extra comfort.


Frontier's early check-in helps secure your seat on often overbooked flights.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Airports
CLT

CLT's security lines can be longest from 5-6 pm. Arrive early to avoid delays, especially during peak hours.

Read more about CLTby Taryn White
MIA

Use the MIA Mover train to reach the Miami Intermodal Center for cheaper transport options to downtown.

Read more about MIAby Ramsey Qubein
Our travel experts
Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Spirit Airlines

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on MIA

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Taryn White

Taryn White

Expert on CLT

Taryn White

Taryn White

Taryn White is a freelance travel writer, digital creator, and travel advisor who has visited nearly 100 countries and all 50 states. She’s familiar with many airports and enjoys beach hopping, boutique hotels, spa experiences, and exploring local culture. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, National Geographic, Smithsonian Magazine, AFAR, and more.

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Best time to book a flight from Charlotte to Miami

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Miami from Charlotte with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Charlotte to Miami

How far ahead should I book a flight from Charlotte to Miami?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Charlotte to Miami. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Charlotte to Miami may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Charlotte to Miami?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Miami (average of $232). Flying from Charlotte to Miami in March is currently the most expensive (average of $289). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CLT to MIA?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte to Miami. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Charlotte to Miami by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Charlotte to Miami?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charlotte to Miami. Price data was last updated on August 17, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Charlotte to Miami flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Miami

Explore weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Miami. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

The most flights from CLT to MIA are scheduled on a Friday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Miami

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Miami. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Miami. Reviews last updated August 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Charlotte to Miami, such as Delta, American Airlines, and Allegiant Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2023

GSO - LGA

Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2023

GSO - LGA

Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2023

GSO - LGA

Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
701 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2023

GSO - LGA

Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,038 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2023

GSO - LGA

Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,212 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2023

GSO - LGA

Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Charlotte to Miami. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Charlotte to Miami?

    Miami is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Miami from Charlotte Douglas. Booking flights from Douglas (CLT) to Miami (MIA) should be relatively easy as there are 15 daily flights to Miami from 6 different airlines. 2h 03m is how long a flight from Charlotte to Miami will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Charlotte to Miami flight route?

    This flight path from Charlotte Douglas to Miami was viewed by 147 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Charlotte to Miami?

    There are many flights that can get you from Charlotte to Miami in 2h 15m. Fly via Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Charlotte and Miami is about 652 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Charlotte to Miami round-trip?

    Frontier, at $63, was found to be the cheapest airline from Charlotte to Miami.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Allegiant Air. You may be able to fly from Charlotte to Miami for 69% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Charlotte to Miami?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Charlotte to Miami on time: Frontier (81%), Spirit Airlines (71%), Royal Air Maroc (69%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charlotte to Miami?

    The cheapest flight price from Charlotte to Miami is $54. On average you can expect to pay $656. The most popular route, (Charlotte Douglas - Miami), can usually be booked for $87.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Charlotte to Miami that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Charlotte to Miami flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Charlotte to Miami?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Charlotte to Miami.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Charlotte to Miami?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charlotte to Miami by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Charlotte to Miami?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Miami (average of $232). Flying from Charlotte to Miami in March is currently the most expensive (average of $289). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Charlotte to Miami

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte to Miami. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$63Average$133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$71Average$144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$82Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$184Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$194Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$281Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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