Columbus to Charlotte (OSU–CLT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Columbus to Charlotte
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 356 mi 1h 2m nonstop 4 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between OSU and CLT, connecting options are available through 4 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for OSU to CLT.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~5h
Longest
MDW ~4h 18m MKE ~4h 40m PIE ~4h 52m RSW ~5h 55m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
OSU → CLT
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
Return
CLT → OSU
54%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
54%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. CLT delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Charlotte from Columbus

Nearby airports with service to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Metric OSU→CLT CMH→CLT DAY→CLT
Distance from OSU – 11 mi 62 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 4 2
Weekly flights 1 130 41
Flight time 1h 2m 1h 8m 1h 43m
Columbus (CMH) to Charlotte flights · Dayton (DAY) to Charlotte flights · Cincinnati (LUK) to Charlotte flights
Airports within 200 miles of OSU with service to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Columbus, it's 6:00 PM in Charlotte.
Distance & Flight Time
356 mi / 573 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 2m.
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

OSU–CLT Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Columbus to Charlotte route.
Route details
Distance356 mi / 573 km
Flight time1h 2m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections4 hubs
Origin: OSU
Full nameThe Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field
IATA / ICAOOSU / KOSU
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Vevay
Elevation905 ft / 276 m
Destination: CLT
Full nameCharlotte Douglas International Airport
IATA / ICAOCLT / KCLT
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr58.8M
Elevation748 ft / 228 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about OSU to CLT flights.
Nonstop flights from The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field to Charlotte Douglas International Airport take approximately 1h 2m. The route covers 356 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from OSU to CLT.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MDW, MKE, PIE and RSW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include CMH, DAY and LUK. 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 OSU to CLT

The Ohio State University Airport - Don Scott Field (OSU) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

OSU to CLT Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from OSU to CLT ranges from 1 hours 2 minutes. The route covers a distance of 356 miles (573 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via MDW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Columbus (CMH), Dayton (DAY) and Cincinnati (LUK).