Flying from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
San Francisco is three hours behind Charlotte and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
You can choose from 39 weekly Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. The 08:55 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. American Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 20:40.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your CLT to SFO flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
American Airlines is your gateway to discovering San Francisco (and perhaps some other exciting corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Francisco International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
With 72.96% of its services arriving as planned, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating CLT to SFO flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between CLT and SFO:
Indianapolis International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is Rs20,809. A round-trip fare right now is Rs49,036. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CLT to SFO.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CLT to SFO.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
CLT's address is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Of all flights leaving Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Charlotte to Charlotte Douglas International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport usually takes 4 hours 55 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near CLT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider staying in a hotel near SFO if you have a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from San Francisco International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit San Francisco. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 22ºC. Book your flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CLT to SFO around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Travel about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to tick off its must-visit sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in United States, head for Fresno, about 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are among the biggest draws.
