Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is 5 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Charlotte.
Each week, there are 141 Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, pick the 07:10 American Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 23:04 with Spirit Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to make your CLT to LAX flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Flying into Los Angeles (and then exploring more of United States!) is a breeze with American Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for CLT to LAX flights, with 80.52% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CLT and LAX include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is ج.م. 2,493. A return plane ticket right now is ج.م. 5,049. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from CLT to LAX by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CLT to LAX.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Of all flights departing from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% land on schedule 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.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 4 hours 55 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near CLT. Whether you're taking an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and explore Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport to central Los Angeles has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Los Angeles. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Los Angeles during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CLT to LAX in February. Average temperatures are between 6ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
