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$107+ Cheap flights from Charlotte to San Diego (CLT - SAN)

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CLT — SAN
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Charlotte Douglas to San Diego are usually found in April or January, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) to San Diego (SAN). 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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$223
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$107
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$417

Good round-trip deal

$257 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Charlotte Douglas-San Diego flight deals.
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From Charlotte Douglas to San Diego
One-way flight from Charlotte Douglas to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($37 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Charlotte Douglas to San Diego.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Charlotte Douglas to San Diego.

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Cheapest flights from Charlotte to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlotte to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/145:43 pmCLT - SAN
2 stops16h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/159:08 pmSAN - CLT
2 stops9h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/24$223
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/147:47 pmCLT - SAN
1 stop7h 27mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/159:08 pmSAN - CLT
2 stops9h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$256
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/310:20 pmCLT - SAN
1 stop28h 54mFrontier
Mon 4/76:25 amSAN - CLT
1 stop9h 32mFrontier
Deal found 3/24$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2411:24 amCLT - SAN
1 stop9h 38mDelta
Mon 5/269:45 pmSAN - CLT
1 stop8h 03mDelta
Deal found 3/24$320
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1511:35 amCLT - SAN
Nonstop5h 16mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/289:45 pmSAN - CLT
Nonstop4h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$323
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/233:40 pmCLT - SAN
2 stops10h 30mSouthwest
Tue 5/279:20 pmSAN - CLT
1 stop10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/23$415
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/217:00 amCLT - SAN
1 stop7h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/217:38 pmSAN - CLT
2 stops12h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$422

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to San Diego that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteSan Diego

CLT - SAN

CLTSAN

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 4/14

5:43 pm-7:34 am

2 stops16h 51m

San Diego

Tue 4/15

9:08 pm-9:36 am

2 stops9h 28m

$223

CharlotteSan Diego

CLT - SAN

CLTSAN

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 4/14

7:47 pm-12:14 am

1 stop7h 27m

San Diego

Tue 4/15

9:08 pm-9:36 am

2 stops9h 28m

$256

CharlotteSan Diego

CLT - SAN

CLTSAN

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 4/3

10:20 pm-12:14 am

1 stop28h 54m

San Diego

Mon 4/7

6:25 am-6:57 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$280

CharlotteSan Diego

CLT - SAN

CLTSAN

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 5/24

11:24 am-6:02 pm

1 stop9h 38m

San Diego

Mon 5/26

9:45 pm-8:48 am

1 stop8h 03m

$320

CharlotteSan Diego

CLT - SAN

CLTSAN

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 4/15

11:35 am-1:51 pm

Nonstop5h 16m

San Diego

Mon 4/28

9:45 pm-5:23 am

Nonstop4h 38m

$323

CharlotteSan Diego

CLT - SAN

CLTSAN

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 5/23

3:40 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops10h 30m

San Diego

Tue 5/27

9:20 pm-10:25 am

1 stop10h 05m

$415

CharlotteSan Diego

CLT - SAN

CLTSAN

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 4/22

4:18 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 47m

San Diego

Tue 4/29

7:35 pm-10:56 am

2 stops12h 21m

$448

CharlotteSan Diego

CLT - SAN

CLTSAN

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 5/12

5:25 pm-7:13 am

2 stops16h 48m

$107

CharlotteSan Diego

CLT - SAN

CLTSAN

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 5/30

11:23 am-1:36 pm

Nonstop5h 13m

$139

CharlotteSan Diego

CLT - SAN

CLTSAN

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 5/15

7:45 am-12:21 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$141

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Charlotte to San Diego in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Charlotte-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Charlotte-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Charlotte-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Charlotte-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Charlotte-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Charlotte to San Diego

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Charlotte to San Diego

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Charlotte to San Diego. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Charlotte to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 71 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 San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Charlotte to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

When flying from Charlotte to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Charlotte to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charlotte to San Diego. Price data was last updated on March 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Charlotte to San Diego flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Charlotte to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Charlotte to San Diego. 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 March 25, 2025.

The most flights from CLT to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Charlotte to San Diego, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Charlotte to San Diego. 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 San Diego?

    If you book a flight from Charlotte to San Diego, you will be flying from Douglas to San Diego. Flights to San Diego (SAN) from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) take 4h 45m for a nonstop flight. There are 10 flights from Douglas to San Diego per day from 6 airlines.

  • How popular is this Charlotte to San Diego flight route?

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $223, was found to be the cheapest airline from Charlotte to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Delta. These flights start at 45% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Charlotte to San Diego one-way?

    $107 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Sun Country Air, with prices starting from $139 and $141, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charlotte to San Diego?

    The cheapest flight price from Charlotte to San Diego is $78. On average you can expect to pay $251. The most popular route, (Charlotte Douglas - San Diego), can usually be booked for $218.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Charlotte to San Diego?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charlotte to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Charlotte to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 San Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte to San Diego. 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 March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$117Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$125Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$206Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$257Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$269Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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