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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Charlotte to Los Angeles:

• Earliest: departs at 07:00 and lands at 12:28
• Latest: departs at 21:01 and lands at 02:29.

The flight takes about 5h 28m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Charlotte to Los Angeles.

A direct flight from Charlotte to Los Angeles takes 5h 28m, covering 2,119 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Charlotte to Los Angeles range from £292 to £407, with an average of £346 over the past 12 months. Anything below £292 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the £346 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £167 return via Philadelphia (PHL), compared with £363 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £37–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-200/200ER variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Charlotte to Los Angeles flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 43%, Evening flights for 14%, and Night flights for 0%.

American Airlines is the only airline on the Charlotte to Los Angeles route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Charlotte to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £141, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £36 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Dollar

Flights from Charlotte to Los Angeles usually depart from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Charlotte to Los Angeles route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 45m.

One-stop flights from Charlotte to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) – 23% of one-stop connections
• Nashville Intl (BNA) – 17% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) – 16% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Charlotte to Los Angeles. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £326 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £377, a difference of £51.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only American Airlines operates flights between Charlotte and Los Angeles.

Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 58m, compared to 7h 15m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 7h 25m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

Los Angeles is 3 hours behind Charlotte (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center, and Hollywood Walk of Fame. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Charlotte to Los Angeles flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.