Muscle Shoals to Charlotte (MSL–CLT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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LF3801
LF Contour
E145
7:25 AM
EDT
10:00 AM
EDT
1h 35m
M T W T F S S
Prices
LF3803
LF Contour
ER4
1:00 PM
EDT
3:35 PM
EDT
1h 35m
M T W T F S S
Prices
LF3802
LF Contour
E145
11:05 AM
EDT
11:50 AM
EDT
1h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
LF3804
LF Contour
E135
6:25 PM
EDT
7:10 PM
EDT
1h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Muscle Shoals to Charlotte
1 carrier, 12 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 12 Flights/wk 379 mi 1h 35m nonstop 6 1-stop hubs

MSL–CLT is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Contour Aviation leads the route. The flight covers 379 miles in approximately 1h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 6 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MSL–CLT service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
LF Contour Aviation 12 E145, ER4 1h35
Aircraft on this route
E145 Embraer ERJ-145 – LF
ER4 Embraer RJ145 – LF
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: LF (12 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MSL to CLT direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
12
Outbound / wk
13
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MSL to CLT.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~9h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MSL → CLT
82%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
82%
Return
CLT → MSL
70%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
70%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. CLT delays →

Other ways to reach Charlotte from Muscle Shoals

Nearby airports with service to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Metric MSL→CLT HSV→CLT BHM→CLT
Distance from MSL 48 mi 95 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1 2
Weekly flights 12 69 69
Flight time 1h 35m 1h 34m 1h 31m
Airports within 200 miles of MSL with service to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Charlotte is 0 hours the same as Muscle Shoals.
MSL: EDT · CLT: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Muscle Shoals, it's 6:00 PM in Charlotte.
Distance & Flight Time
379 mi / 610 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 35m.
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.

MSL–CLT Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Muscle Shoals to Charlotte route.
Route details
Distance379 mi / 610 km
Flight time1h 35m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights12 out / 13 return
1-stop connections6 hubs
Origin: MSL
IATA / ICAOMSL / KMSL
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation551 ft / 168 m
Destination: CLT
IATA / ICAOCLT / KCLT
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr58.8M
Elevation748 ft / 228 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MSL to CLT flights.
Nonstop flights from Northwest Alabama Regional Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport take approximately 1h 35m. The route covers 379 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Contour Aviation.
There are approximately 12 nonstop flights per week from MSL to CLT. The return direction has about 13 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DAY, ATL, MCO, MCI, DSM and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from CLT to MSL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include HSV, BHM and BNA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 MSL to CLT

Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) are connected by nonstop service from Contour Aviation. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

MSL to CLT Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MSL to CLT ranges from 1 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 379 miles (610 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 25 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via DAY. Nearby alternative airports include Huntsville (HSV), Birmingham (BHM) and Nashville (BNA).