Flying from Vancouver to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT): What you need to know
When searching for your flight from Vancouver to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), there's a good selection of airports to start your journey from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are Vancouver's main options.
5 hours 10 minutes is the average duration of a direct Vancouver to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is located in Charlotte. The city is in the UTC-4 timezone and is three hours ahead of Vancouver.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is the busiest route, with 2 direct services every week. You can get from YVR to CLT on American Airlines's 10pm departure.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Vancouver to CLT. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
You can book a direct flight from Vancouver to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
You can lock in a direct flight from Vancouver to Charlotte Douglas International Airport with American Airlines. This top airline operates departures from YVR.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with American Airlines between YVR and CLT.
Located around 14 kms (9 miles) from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Charlotte Douglas International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
71.77% of flights that leave from Vancouver International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can reach CXH from the centre of Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 15 minutes to cover the 2 kms (1.00 mile) or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Vancouver to CLT flight, stay in one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is roughly 64 kms (40 miles) from central Vancouver. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
Flights that leave from YXX arrive at their destination on schedule 67.97% of the time.
About Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
If you have a late flight from Vancouver to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near CLT:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Charlotte Douglas International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Easirent or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Charlotte and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Vancouver to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
CLT is located at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Getting from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to central Charlotte
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is around 6 miles from central Charlotte. How long it'll take to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It takes roughly 4 hours 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
£104 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Return flights start at £200. These prices can change based on demand.
To snag cheap flights from Vancouver to CLT, book your ticket one month ahead of your departure date.
June is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Vancouver to Charlotte Douglas International Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Charlotte. August is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Vancouver to CLT plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Charlotte, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Charlotte Douglas International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Charlotte
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Charlotte right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Vancouver to Charlotte Douglas International Airport:
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art and Discovery Place are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Charlotte must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Explore more of the United States
Raleigh is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Charlotte. Around 225 kms (140 miles) away to the east, top sights here include North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park.
Durham is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 209 kms (130 miles) north-east of Charlotte. No trip is complete without dropping by DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, American Tobacco Campus District and American Tobacco Historic District.
