Rifle to Charlotte (RIL–CLT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Rifle to Charlotte
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,495 mi 3h 2m nonstop +2h ahead 32 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RIL and CLT, connecting options are available through 32 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RIL to CLT.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
32
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~9h
Longest
STL ~4h 19m GUC ~5h 14m GSO ~5h 28m EGE ~5h 28m IND ~5h 30m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
159
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
RIL → CLT
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
80%
Return
CLT → RIL
57%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
57%
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 Rifle

Nearby airports with service to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Metric RIL→CLT EGE→CLT ASE→CLT
Distance from RIL – 44 mi 50 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2 2
Weekly flights 0 8 3
Flight time 3h 2m 3h 5m 3h 53m
Eagle (EGE) to Charlotte flights · Aspen (ASE) to Charlotte flights · Grand Junction (GJT) to Charlotte flights
Airports within 200 miles of RIL with service to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Charlotte is 2 hours ahead of Rifle.
RIL: MDT · CLT: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Rifle, it's 8:00 PM in Charlotte.
Distance & Flight Time
1,495 mi / 2,406 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 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

RIL–CLT Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rifle to Charlotte route.
Route details
Distance1,495 mi / 2,406 km
Flight time3h 2m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections32 hubs
Origin: RIL
Full nameGarfield County Regional Airport
IATA / ICAORIL / KRIL
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Elevation5,548 ft / 1,691 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 RIL to CLT flights.
Nonstop flights from Garfield County Regional Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport take approximately 3h 2m. The route covers 1,495 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through STL, GUC, GSO, EGE, IND, MDW, LIT, ASE, PIT, ATL, OMA, BZN, IAH, MSP, DEN, ORD, ELP, NAS, SLC, DAL, PHL, SRQ, YYZ, PHX, LAS, SAT, AUS, FLL, DFW, LAX, SMF and SFO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Charlotte is 2 hours ahead of Rifle.
Yes, return flights from CLT to RIL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include EGE, ASE and GJT. 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 RIL to CLT

Garfield County Regional Airport (RIL) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RIL to CLT Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RIL to CLT ranges from 3 hours 2 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,495 miles (2,406 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

32 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via STL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Eagle (EGE), Aspen (ASE) and Grand Junction (GJT).