Flying from Melbourne to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Melbourne to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT).
The timezone in Charlotte is UTC-4, which is 15 hours behind Melbourne. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is located in Charlotte.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Melbourne to CLT. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Melbourne to CLT that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between MEL and CLT include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can arrive at AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to CLT flight is much easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
Avalon Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 80.09% of flights departing here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near CLT:
Grab a Charlotte Douglas International Airport rental car and explore Charlotte and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Easirent and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Melbourne to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find CLT at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Getting from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to central Charlotte
Central Charlotte is roughly 10 kilometres from Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
Travelling on public transport takes about 4 hours 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
At the moment, 623 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 780 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to CLT, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Melbourne to Charlotte Douglas International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Melbourne to CLT.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). August is the busiest month to travel to Charlotte. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in February.
Book a Melbourne to CLT plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Charlotte to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Charlotte Douglas International Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Charlotte
Start your Charlotte trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Charlotte when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Bechtler Museum of Modern Art followed by Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres east of Charlotte, a trip to Raleigh will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park.
If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, consider Durham, roughly 209 kilometres north-east of Charlotte. DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, American Tobacco Campus District and American Tobacco Historic District are key reasons to visit.