Columbus to Charlotte (CMH–CLT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CMH–CLT is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Sun Country Airlines and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 347 miles in approximately 1h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 131 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: BA | 86 | 319, 738, CR7, CR9 | 1h30-1h46 | Oneworld | BA | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Charlotte from Columbus
| Metric | CMH→CLT | LCK→CLT | DAY→CLT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CMH | – | 13 mi | 71 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 128 | – | 43 |
| Flight time | 1h 30m | 0h 46m | 1h 30m |
| Departure OTP | 59% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
CMH: EDT · CLT: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Columbus, it's 6:00 PM in Charlotte.
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.
CMH–CLT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CMH to CLT
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Sun Country Airlines and United Airlines. With 128 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CMH to CLT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CMH to CLT ranges from 1 hours 30 minutes to 1 hours 46 minutes. The route covers a distance of 347 miles (559 km). There are approximately 128 weekly flights outbound and 114 return, totaling 242 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
131 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via LUK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Columbus (LCK), Dayton (DAY) and Parkersburg (Williamstown) (PKB).