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LAX — CLT
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Thu 12/128:56 amONT - CLT
1 stop7h 14mFrontier
Sun 1/511:02 amCLT - ONT
1 stop15h 57mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$158
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Thu 12/56:30 amLAX - CLT
1 stop8h 40mFrontier
Sun 12/87:10 pmCLT - LAX
1 stop8h 22mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$158
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Thu 12/56:30 amLAX - CLT
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/89:25 pmCLT - LAX
Nonstop5h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$166
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Mon 12/1612:59 amONT - RDU
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Sun 1/512:19 pmRDU - ONT
1 stop14h 40mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$168
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Thu 12/129:43 amBUR - CLT
1 stop11h 16mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/165:55 amCLT - BUR
1 stop7h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$187
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Wed 12/111:06 pmLAX - RDU
Nonstop5h 02mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/108:36 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop24h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$189
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Thu 12/129:43 amBUR - CLT
1 stop11h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/511:02 amCLT - BUR
1 stop27h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$190
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Fri 12/611:57 pmLAX - CLT
Nonstop4h 46mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/99:25 pmCLT - LAX
Nonstop5h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$191
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Thu 12/123:38 pmSAN - RDU
1 stop24h 58mFrontier
Sun 12/155:20 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop20h 38mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$195
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Fri 12/136:30 amLAX - RDU
1 stop10h 06mFrontier
Tue 1/73:35 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop8h 20mFrontier
Deal found 11/21$195
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Tue 12/106:15 amSAN - RDU
2 stops13h 21mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/165:20 pmRDU - SAN
1 stop9h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$206
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Wed 12/1110:10 amSAN - RDU
2 stops9h 26mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/175:30 amRDU - SAN
2 stops17h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/21$216

Find flights from California to North Carolina within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to North Carolina 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Thu 12/12

8:56 am-7:10 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 1/5

11:02 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 57m

$158

Los AngelesCharlotte

LAX - CLT

LAXCLT

Los Angeles

Thu 12/5

6:30 am-6:10 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 12/8

7:10 pm-12:32 am

1 stop8h 22m

$158

Los AngelesCharlotte

LAX - CLT

LAXCLT

Los Angeles

Thu 12/5

6:30 am-6:10 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 12/8

9:25 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop5h 34m

$166

OntarioRaleigh

ONT - RDU

ONTRDU

Ontario

Mon 12/16

12:59 am-1:24 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 1/5

12:19 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$168

BurbankCharlotte

BUR - CLT

BURCLT

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 12/12

9:43 am-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 16m

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 12/16

5:55 am-10:13 am

1 stop7h 18m

$187

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Wed 12/11

1:06 pm-9:08 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/10

8:36 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop24h 04m

$189

BurbankCharlotte

BUR - CLT

BURCLT

Burbank Bob Hope

Thu 12/12

9:43 am-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 16m

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 1/5

11:02 am-11:46 am

1 stop27h 44m

$190

Los AngelesCharlotte

LAX - CLT

LAXCLT

Los Angeles

Fri 12/6

11:57 pm-7:43 am

Nonstop4h 46m

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 12/9

9:25 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop5h 34m

$191

San DiegoRaleigh

SAN - RDU

SANRDU

San Diego

Thu 12/12

3:38 pm-7:36 pm

1 stop24h 58m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 12/15

5:20 pm-10:58 am

1 stop20h 38m

$195

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Fri 12/13

6:30 am-7:36 pm

1 stop10h 06m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/7

3:35 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$195

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Best time to book a flight from California to North Carolina

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Travel insights for flights from California to North Carolina

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to North Carolina including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to North Carolina?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to North Carolina (average of $248). Flying from California to North Carolina in March is currently the most expensive (average of $302). 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 CA to NC?

Find hourly flight availability from California to North Carolina. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to North Carolina as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to North Carolina

Explore weekly flight availability from California to North Carolina. 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from USCA to USNC are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in North Carolina by month

Plan your trip to North Carolina by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in North Carolina ranges from 3.0 - 4.2 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.2 in. April is typically the driest time to visit North Carolina when rainfall is around 3.0 in.

Temperature in North Carolina by month

Plan your trip to North Carolina by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to North Carolina, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing North Carolina

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to North Carolina. 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 North Carolina. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to North Carolina, such as Frontier, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
123 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

8.2
Very good
123 reviews
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

8.0
Very good
8,759 reviews
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

7.5
Good
3,395 reviews
8.2
Very good
123 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.9

Reviews

1 / 8

Good flight on Breeze, on time, comfortable, friendly pilot and crew

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to North Carolina. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve California to North Carolina flights?

    Airports that serve flights from California to North Carolina vary in the locations that are chosen to fly from and to. California has multiple choices such as San Diego International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, and Long Beach Municipal. Airports in North Carolina that accept flights from California include Raleigh-Durham International Airport located in Wake County, North Carolina, and Charlotte Douglas International Airport, located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, and is known as the world’s seventh busiest airport.

  • Which airlines fly directly from California to North Carolina?

    The airlines that fly directly from California to North Carolina all depend on the locations that are chosen. Flights leaving from San Diego International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport usually have the most flights available with American Airlines. Prices for this flight can vary depending on the dates and speed of the flight. When flying from Los Angeles International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, again American Airlines is the airline with the most available flights.

  • What are the stopover options between California to North Carolina?

    The options of stopovers when flying from California to North Carolina vary upon the locations. When flying from San Diego to Mecklenburg County, typically the flights are nonstop, though you might find a few airlines that have one-stop on its way to North Carolina, which is typically at McCarran International Airport, located in Las Vegas. The flight times can vary from 4h 42m-9h 38m. When flying from Los Angeles to Wake County, the stopover options usually vary from nonstop to one-stop as well. The location of the stop is typically at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, and the flight times can vary from 5h 11m-5h 56m depending on the dates and time.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from California to North Carolina?

    Since California and North Carolina are both located in the United States, if you are a US Citizen, you will not be required to have a visa in order to fly from California to North Carolina. What will be required of you is some form of photo identification such as a valid passport or a driver’s license.

  • How does San Francisco International Airport (SFO) contribute to sustainability practices?

    The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) published its annual Zero Annual Report in 2021, highlighting ongoing efforts toward "triple-zero"—zero waste going to landfills, zero carbon operations and zero net energy facilities. SFO Airport has been utilizing SFO's Zero Waste Concessions Program to stop the creation, consumption, and disposal of 4 million plastic water bottles. SFO is actively putting the following strategies into practice in an effort to take the lead in addressing: Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), carbon reduction, decarbonization of building materials, water efficiency innovations, and carbon-neutral vehicles.

  • Does Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) offer sustainability practices?

    The Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is dedicated to sustainability and uses methods that are both economical and environmentally friendly. The airport has adopted and integrated numerous environmentally friendly practices into its everyday operations. Initiatives for sustainability include using alternative fuel cars, adding electric buses, installing social panels, more energy-efficient systems, and electric vehicle charging points. During development, CLT frequently recycles crumbled concrete and asphalt, recovers water from bus washing, and offers water bottle refill stations for both clients and staff, to minimize environmental impact.

  • Is there an alternative transportation option along the California, North Carolina route?

    If you are looking forward to flying from California to North Carolina, a flight is a more ecologically beneficial option. In doing so, a PSV carrying fewer passengers will use more energy than an airplane carrying many passengers. Therefore, take into account flying this way if you want to lessen the environmental pollution. To cut emissions, make sure the airline you are flying is more fuel-efficient. Furthermore, you can opt for airlines using sustainable aviation fuels as they are believed to be more environmentally friendly compared to fossil fuels.

  • How popular is this California to North Carolina flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to North Carolina one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $63. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to North Carolina for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to North Carolina that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to North Carolina flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to North Carolina?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to North Carolina?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to North Carolina 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 California to North Carolina?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to North Carolina (average of $248). Flying from California to North Carolina in March is currently the most expensive (average of $302). 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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Alternative routes for California to North Carolina

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Top 10 airlines flying from California to North Carolina

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to North Carolina. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$89Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$112Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$153Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$178Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$183Average$535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$190Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$268Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$281Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Sun Country AirCheapest$310Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

Helpful tips for your next trip to North Carolina

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to North Carolina. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • You may cut down on your carbon footprint by taking a direct flight from California to North Carolina. You can think about forgoing using plastic bags to pack, which affects the environment.
  • United and Alaska airlines, who have put rules in place to assist sustainability, fly between California and North Carolina. These airlines are currently looking for solutions to switch to SAF from conventional petroleum-based fuel.
  • As part of the sustainability process, Raleigh Durham Airport (RDU) in North Carolina is involving stakeholders, defining emphasis areas, and undertaking a baseline analysis that covers energy use, waste recycling and management, as well as emissions analysis.
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