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$156+ Cheap flights from Charlotte to San Francisco (CLT - SFO)

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CLT — SFO
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sat 3/8
Sat 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco are usually found in April or January, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$200
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$156
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$447

Good round-trip deal

$356 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlotte to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Mon 4/217:47 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop7h 57mFrontier
Sun 5/49:57 pmSFO - CLT
1 stop14h 34mFrontier
Deal found 3/3$200
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/307:00 amCLT - SFO
1 stop18h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/66:00 amSFO - CLT
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Mon 3/178:15 pmCLT - SFO
Nonstop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/2312:25 amSFO - CLT
Nonstop5h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/2$310
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Wed 4/235:35 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop9h 33mDelta
Tue 5/66:30 amSFO - CLT
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Deal found 3/3$331
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Tue 4/112:05 pmCLT - SFO
2 stops14h 00mSouthwest
Tue 4/85:40 amSFO - CLT
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/2$341
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/306:40 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop25h 33mSun Country Air
Sun 6/16:09 pmSFO - CLT
1 stop20h 14mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/2$370
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 3/182:00 pmCLT - SFO
1 stop9h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/225:00 amSFO - CLT
1 stop7h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/1$415

Find flights from Charlotte to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlotte to San Francisco 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 March 3, 2025.

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CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 4/21

7:47 pm-12:44 am

1 stop7h 57m

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

9:57 pm-3:31 pm

1 stop14h 34m

$200

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 3/30

7:00 am-10:51 pm

1 stop18h 51m

San Francisco

Sun 4/6

6:00 am-9:30 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$297

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 3/17

8:15 pm-11:01 pm

Nonstop5h 46m

San Francisco

Sun 3/23

12:25 am-8:25 am

Nonstop5h 00m

$310

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 4/23

5:35 pm-12:08 am

1 stop9h 33m

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

6:30 am-5:09 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$331

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 4/1

12:05 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops14h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

5:40 am-5:50 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$341

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 5/30

6:40 pm-5:13 pm

1 stop25h 33m

San Francisco

Sun 6/1

6:09 pm-5:23 pm

1 stop20h 14m

$370

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 3/18

2:00 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop9h 55m

San Francisco

Sat 3/22

5:00 am-3:43 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$415

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 4/3

9:35 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop6h 01m

$156

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 3/10

7:54 pm-12:43 am

1 stop7h 49m

$163

CharlotteSan Francisco

CLT - SFO

CLTSFO

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 4/30

6:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$166

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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 Francisco in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Charlotte-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Charlotte-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Charlotte-San Francisco 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 Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Charlotte to San Francisco flights

Find out what our experts recommend to make the most of your Charlotte to San Francisco trip
Airports
CLT

Expect security wait times of 10-15 minutes at CLT, but arrive early during peak hours due to potential construction delays.

Read more about CLTby Taryn White
SFO

Use BART for a cost-effective 40-minute trip from SFO to downtown San Francisco. Purchase a Clipper Card for easy fare payment.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
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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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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from Charlotte to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Charlotte to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Charlotte to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Charlotte to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on February 28, 2025.

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Charlotte to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Charlotte to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 3, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Charlotte to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charlotte to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on February 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Charlotte to San Francisco 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 San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Charlotte to San Francisco. 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 3, 2025.

The most flights from CLT to SFO are scheduled on a Sunday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated March 3, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Charlotte to San Francisco, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,068 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,679 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Sun Country Air
7.0
Good
362 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,333 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

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 Francisco. 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 Francisco?

    Booking a flight from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) to San Francisco (SFO) is your only option if you wish to fly from Charlotte to San Francisco. On a typical day, there are 4 flights from Douglas to San Francisco, all of which are around 5h 25m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 6 airlines when you book a flight from Douglas to San Francisco.

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

    Flights from Charlotte Douglas to San Francisco have been viewed 23 times in the past calendar month.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($200), American Airlines ($310), and Delta ($331) offers the cheapest pricing from Charlotte to San Francisco. Frontier is currently priced 55% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $156. Users have also found prices from $163 and $166 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Charlotte to San Francisco?

    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 San Francisco on time: Fiji Airways (93%), Qantas Airways (88%), China Southern (79%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Charlotte to San Francisco is $161. On average you can expect to pay $945. The most popular route, (Charlotte Douglas - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $265.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Charlotte to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $402). 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 Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte to San Francisco. 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$132Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$169Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$287Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$295Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$309Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$466Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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