Phoenix to Charlotte (PHX–CLT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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PHX–CLT is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,770 miles in approximately 4h 14m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS | 63 | 321, 32Q, A21N | 3h57-4h20 | Oneworld | AS |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Charlotte from Phoenix
| Metric | PHX→CLT | TUS→CLT |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHX | – | 110 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 63 | – |
| Flight time | 4h 14m | 3h 11m |
| Departure OTP | 85% | – |
Travel Essentials
PHX: MST · CLT: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Phoenix, it's 9:00 PM in Charlotte.
Valley Metro Rail runs to the PHX Sky Train station at 44th Street/Washington (free Sky Train connects to T3 and T4 in 5 minutes). Fare from downtown Phoenix is $2 (20–25 min). The light rail network reaches Tempe, Mesa, and Glendale. The Sky Train runs 24 hours, but light rail does not; check schedules for early morning or late night travel.Taxis from downtown Phoenix cost $20–30; from Scottsdale $30–45. Ride-shares are widely available and comparable to taxis. Terminal 2 is closed; all commercial flights operate from T3 and T4. On-site parking is expensive ($36+/day); off-airport lots are cheaper with shuttles.
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.
PHX–CLT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHX to CLT
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 63 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PHX to CLT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHX to CLT is about 4 hours 14 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,770 miles (2,848 km). There are approximately 63 weekly flights outbound and 70 return, totaling 133 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta, Dallas Love Field and Nashville. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tucson (TUS).