Journey information
Overview: Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC flight
Flights from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC depart on average 66 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) if you book in advance.
There are 12 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 23:06. The fastest flight covers the 426 miles (686 km) distance in 1h 48m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 426 miles (686 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Flights per day 66 |
Direct flights 12 |
Fastest flight 1h 48m |
First flight 05:00 |
Last flight 23:06 |
Cheapest month May |
Cheapest day Fri |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Best day to book ahead 42 days |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$163
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Flights per day
3
Distance
686 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC will cost around $163 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 3 flights that leave Wilmington, DE for Charlotte, NC onSat, Mar 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 28 the direct flights cover the 686 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
On Sat, Mar 28 the longest flights will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






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Compare train, bus, and flight for Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $79. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $79, and a train costs an average of $101.
Distance: 426 miles (686 km)
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
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$160 Average price | $178 Average price | $129 Average price Cheapest |
7h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 55m Average total duration 11h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.1 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC flight times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC flights for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UA1811 · UA3489 | 1:55 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 7h40 | 9:35 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1811 · UA3612 | 1:55 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 11h36 | 1:31 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1969 | 2:24 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 1h55 | 4:19 PM Douglas International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA4603 · UA2331 · UA3612 | 2:35 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 10h56 | 1:31 AM Douglas International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA4411+ AA2688 | 2:35 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 3h49 | 6:24 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4411+ AA1897 | 2:35 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 5h29 | 8:04 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4603 · UA3607 | 2:35 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 13h22 | 3:57 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4603 · UA3626 | 2:35 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 8h20 | 10:55 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4974 · UA3607 | 2:40 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 13h17 | 3:57 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4974 · UA3626 | 2:40 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 8h15 | 10:55 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6109+ AA3038 | 3:21 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 5h15 | 8:36 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5994 | 3:24 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 1h47 | 5:11 PM Douglas International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA6134+ AA5408 | 3:49 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 5h45 | 9:34 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5936+ AA1929 | 3:57 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 7h38 | 11:35 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5936+ AA1645 | 3:57 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 9h18 | 1:15 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5936+ AA3208 | 3:57 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 3h43 | 7:40 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5936+ AA3012 | 3:57 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 5h46 | 9:43 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2576+ AA3693 | 4:30 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 5h51 | 10:21 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1876+ AA3693 | 4:30 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 9h22 | 1:52 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4041 · UA2864 | 4:34 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 9h25 | 1:59 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3208 | 5:46 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 1h54 | 7:40 PM Douglas International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA6017+ AA3303 | 5:50 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 3h32 | 9:22 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5201+ AA1894 | 5:51 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 5h55 | 11:46 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5201+ AA2704 | 5:51 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 3h44 | 9:35 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4168 · UA3612 | 6:02 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 7h29 | 1:31 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4168 · UA2213 · UA3607 | 6:02 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 9h55 | 3:57 AM Douglas International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA5320 · AA5408 | 6:10 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 3h24 | 9:34 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5320+ AA3118 | 6:10 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 4h20 | 10:30 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4268 · UA3626 | 6:33 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 4h22 | 10:55 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4268 · UA3607 | 6:33 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 9h24 | 3:57 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5816+ AA1335 | 6:34 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 4h20 | 10:54 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5312+ AA1537 | 6:48 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 4h20 | 11:08 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5312+ AA1441 | 6:48 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 6h36 | 1:24 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4287 · UA3626 | 6:52 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 4h03 | 10:55 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4287 · UA3607 | 6:52 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 9h05 | 3:57 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6017+ AA1929 | 7:15 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 4h20 | 11:35 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6017+ AA2231 | 7:15 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 8h10 | 3:25 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6017+ AA1645 | 7:15 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 6h00 | 1:15 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3303 | 7:34 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 1h48 | 9:22 PM Douglas International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA5951 · AA5846 | 7:35 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 3h54 | 11:29 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3012 | 7:47 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 1h56 | 9:43 PM Douglas International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA6131 · AA5870 | 8:01 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 5h25 | 1:26 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5316+ AA1904 | 8:52 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 4h41 | 1:33 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA308 · UA3489 | 9:10 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 24h25 | 9:35 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA308 · UA3618 | 9:10 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 17h16 | 2:26 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA308 · UA5359 | 9:10 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 28h21 | 1:31 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6110+ AA5622 | 9:23 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 4h11 | 1:34 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1929 | 9:37 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 1h58 | 11:35 PM Douglas International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA4482 · UA3489 | 9:39 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 23h56 | 9:35 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4482 · UA5359 | 9:39 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 27h52 | 1:31 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4482 · UA3618 | 9:39 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 16h47 | 2:26 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
NK2211 · NK1702 | 10:08 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 6h30 | 4:38 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2479 · AA1784 | 10:31 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 15h43 | 2:14 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2479 · AA1632 | 10:31 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 13h31 | 12:02 PM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1645 | 11:17 PM Philadelphia International Airport | 1h58 | 1:15 AM Douglas International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA6024+ AA2231 | 11:37 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 3h48 | 3:25 AM Douglas International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6013 | 11:50 PM Harrisburg International Airport | 1h54 | 1:44 AM Douglas International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
![]() | 12:49 AM Wilmington, DE | 2h00 | 2:49 AM Charlotte, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA2231 | 1:30 AM Philadelphia International Airport | 1h55 | 3:25 AM Douglas International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Wilmington, DE | 2h00 | 1:00 PM Charlotte, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Charlotte, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Charlotte Pride, annual celebration of the LGBTQ+ community with a parade and festival
- CIAA Basketball Tournament, college basketball tournament featuring historically black colleges and universities
- Charlotte Film Festival, showcasing independent films from around the world
- Carolina Renaissance Festival, a medieval-themed festival with crafts, food, and entertainment.
- Memorial Day, marks the unofficial start of summer with warm weather and outdoor activities
- Independence Day, celebrates the nation's birthday with fireworks and barbecues
- Labor Day, a long weekend perfect for enjoying the last days of summer
- Thanksgiving, a time for family gatherings and fall festivities.
popular airports
Popular airports from Wilmington, DE to Charlotte, NC
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available in the main terminal, includes Duty-Free and Hudson News.
- Parking available near the terminal, approximately 0.47€ ($0.50) per hour.
- Various restaurants including fast food and sit-down options in the main terminal; top picks include Bojangles' and Starbucks
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels nearby, such as the Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel, within a short drive.
- Showers available in some lounges, access may require lounge entry fee.
- Lounges available, including American Airlines Admirals Club.
- Lost and Found located in the main terminal near baggage claim.
- Car rental services available at the Rental Car Facility, accessible via shuttle
- Bus Route 5, Charlotte Douglas Intertiol Airport stop, 11 km
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