Austin to Charlotte (AUS–CLT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
AUS–CLT is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, SkyWest Airlines and Sun Country Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,030 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 187 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 54 | 320, 321, 738 | 2h45-2h59 | Oneworld | – | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Charlotte from Austin
| Metric | AUS→CLT | SAT→CLT | IAH→CLT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AUS | – | 67 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 5 | 10 |
| Weekly flights | 54 | 55 | 136 |
| Flight time | 2h 45m | 2h 34m | 2h 20m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
AUS: CDT · CLT: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Austin, it's 7:00 PM in Charlotte.
CapMetro Route 20 (Airport Flyer) runs between downtown Austin (Congress Ave) and AUS in about 30–35 minutes (fare $1.25, or free with MetroAccess). Service runs from roughly 05:00 to midnight; frequency drops evenings and weekends.Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) from downtown cost $20–30 and take 15–20 minutes off-peak. Taxis run $30–40. Traffic on SH-71 can be heavy during afternoon rush; allow 30–40 minutes from downtown during 16:00–18:30. Long-term parking from $7/day in remote economy lots.
No rail connects CLT to the city. Uber and Lyft to Uptown Charlotte cost $18–30 (15–20 minutes). Taxis are metered, slightly more expensive.CATS Route 5 bus runs to downtown ($2.20, 45 min). Rental cars are in an on-site facility attached to the terminal. The airport's single main terminal with concourses A–E is connected by an underground people mover; clear security at your concourse, not at the central checkpoint, to save time.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Charlotte sits in a region with high storm frequency. Winters are generally mild (1–10°C) but ice storms hit 2–4 times per year and are highly disruptive since Charlotte has limited de-icing infrastructure.
Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most stable season. Snow is rare but the city is poorly equipped to handle it when it arrives.
AUS–CLT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AUS to CLT
Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, SkyWest Airlines and Sun Country Airlines. With 54 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
AUS to CLT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AUS to CLT ranges from 2 hours 45 minutes to 2 hours 59 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,030 miles (1,658 km). There are approximately 54 weekly flights outbound and 56 return, totaling 110 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
187 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via USA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Antonio (SAT), Houston (IAH) and Houston (HOU).