Charlotte to Austin (CLT–AUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
CLT–AUS is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines and Sun Country Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,030 miles in approximately 2h 49m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 43 | 320, 321, 738 | 2h46-2h56 | Oneworld | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Austin from Charlotte
| Metric | CLT→AUS | USA→AUS | GSO→AUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CLT | – | 18 mi | 83 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 43 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 49m | 3h 50m | 2h 25m |
| Departure OTP | 82% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
CLT: EDT · AUS: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Charlotte, it's 5:00 PM in Austin.
There is no rail link to CLT. CATS Route 5 bus runs from Charlotte Transportation Center to the airport in 45 minutes ($2.20). The airport is 7 miles from Uptown Charlotte.Ride-shares from Uptown cost $18–30 and take 15–25 minutes. Taxis are available but less common than ride-share in Charlotte. I-85 and Billy Graham Parkway are the primary expressway routes; allow extra time during afternoon rush (4–6:30pm).
CapMetro Route 20 to downtown Congress Ave costs $1.25 and takes 30–35 minutes. Buses depart from outside the terminal on the lower level. Last bus around midnight; late arrivals need a ride-share.Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level (follow signs to TNCs). Fares run $20–30 to downtown, 15–20 minutes off-peak. Taxis at the curb: $30–40. Rental car desks are in the main terminal; the QTA (Quick Turnaround Area) is a short shuttle ride. Afternoon and evening arrivals may face longer drive times due to city congestion.
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers. July and August average 36–38°C with heat indices that can reach 43°C. Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 7–17°C. Austin is vulnerable to rare but severe ice storms. Winter Storm Uri (2021) is the benchmark for worst-case disruption, and they can paralyze the city and airport.
Severe thunderstorms peak April through May with hail and tornado risk. Spring storm systems can cause significant ground delays. October and November are the most reliably stable months.
CLT–AUS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CLT to AUS
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Sun Country Airlines. With 43 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CLT to AUS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CLT to AUS is about 2 hours 49 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,030 miles (1,658 km). There are approximately 43 weekly flights outbound and 49 return, totaling 92 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Louis Armstrong New Orleans, Nashville and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Concord (USA), Greensboro (GSO) and Columbia (CAE).