Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours.
Charlotte is four hours behind London and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
You can choose from 29 weekly London Heathrow Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flights. The 08:40 departure with American Airlines is the earliest you can take. American Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 15:15.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your LHR to CLT flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
American Airlines is your gateway to discovering Charlotte (and perhaps some other exciting corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport offered by this popular airline.
American Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating LHR to CLT flights. An exceptional 83.24% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LHR and CLT:
Philadelphia International Airport
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight is 291 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 526 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from LHR to CLT, book your journey six months before your departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LHR to CLT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on time.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to LHR:
Arriving at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CLT instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Charlotte Douglas International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Easirent or Budget to explore Charlotte and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Charlotte Douglas International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to central Charlotte
You'll find CLT at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Charlotte. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It takes around 4 hours 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Charlotte. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Charlotte during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LHR to CLT around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Charlotte. Around 370 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park.
Virginia Beach is another well-known destination in United States and is around 467 kilometres north-east of Charlotte. No journey is complete without experiencing Marina Shores Marina, Rudee Inlet Station Marina and Allegra.