Chicago/West Chicago to Charlotte (DPA–CLT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago/West Chicago to Charlotte
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 608 mi 1h 18m nonstop +1h ahead 33 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DPA and CLT, connecting options are available through 33 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DPA to CLT.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
33
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
98
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Charlotte from Chicago/West Chicago

Nearby airports with service to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Metric DPA→CLT ORD→CLT MDW→CLT
Distance from DPA – 18 mi 27 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 17 4
Weekly flights 1 412 14
Flight time 1h 18m 1h 45m 1h 48m
Chicago (ORD) to Charlotte flights · Chicago (MDW) to Charlotte flights · Milwaukee (MKE) to Charlotte flights
Airports within 200 miles of DPA with service to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Charlotte is 1 hour ahead of Chicago/West Chicago.
DPA: CDT · CLT: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago/West Chicago, it's 7:00 PM in Charlotte.
Distance & Flight Time
608 mi / 978 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 18m.
Getting from CLT

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.

Charlotte Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

DPA–CLT Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago/West Chicago to Charlotte route.
Route details
Distance608 mi / 978 km
Flight time1h 18m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections33 hubs
Origin: DPA
Full nameDupage Airport
IATA / ICAODPA / KDPA
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Elevation759 ft / 231 m
Destination: CLT
Full nameCharlotte Douglas International Airport
IATA / ICAOCLT / KCLT
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr58.8M
Elevation748 ft / 228 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DPA to CLT flights.
Nonstop flights from Dupage Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport take approximately 1h 18m. The route covers 608 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from DPA to CLT. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PTK, CLE, MDW, CHS, DSM, SAV, YYZ, YKF, PHL, MSP, LGA, OMA, FMY, MCO, BED, SRQ, MCI, YUL, PBI, RSW, FLL, BOS, AUS, SAT, OKC, DFW, SLC, PHX, LAS, PSP, SJD, BNA and STL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Charlotte is 1 hour ahead of Chicago/West Chicago.
Yes, return flights from CLT to DPA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include ORD, MDW and MKE. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from DPA to CLT

Dupage Airport (DPA) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DPA to CLT Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DPA to CLT ranges from 1 hours 18 minutes. The route covers a distance of 608 miles (978 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via PTK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD), Chicago (MDW) and Milwaukee (MKE).