Downtown Denver skyline from City Park with the Rocky Mountains behind. Flights from Charlotte to Denver

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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Denver

Search Charlotte to Denver fares across partner sites, then check which DEN concourse your airline uses and how to reach downtown on the A Line.

CLT to DEN · 1,335 mi · 3h 27m est.

CLT to DEN
1,335 miles
3h 27m nonstop (estimated)
5 airlines in our fare results

Photo: David Herrera, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Charlotte to Denver flight insights

Average flight time

~3h 27m (estimated)

CLT → DEN

Cheapest cached price

$130

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Prices shown may not be current. Last checked: Oct 22, 2026.

Planning a trip from Charlotte to Denver? The average flight time on this route is ~3h 27m (estimated). The lowest fare we recorded on this route recently was $130 (last checked Oct 22, 2026); today's live fare for your dates can differ.

Charlotte to Denver covers a straight-line distance of about 1,335 miles. Based on that distance, a nonstop flight would take approximately ~3h 27m (estimated). Actual flight time varies by airline, aircraft and routing.

Charlotte to Denver at a glance

CLT to DEN is about 1,335 miles in a straight line. The curved line is an illustration; the route your airline flies may differ.

Route Quick Facts

Quick facts for flights from Charlotte to Denver on Eazair
Origin	Charlotte (CLT)
Destination	Denver (DEN)
Average Flight Time	~3h 27m (estimated)
Current Lowest Fare	$130
Fares Last Checked	Oct 22, 2026
Distance	1,335 miles (CLT to DEN)
Time in Denver	2 hours behind Charlotte
Airlines in our fare results	5

Local time in Denver is 2 hours behind Charlotte. Charlotte is on Eastern Time, Denver on Mountain Time.

Flight deals from Charlotte to Denver

This page looks up fares from Charlotte Douglas International (CLT) to Denver International (DEN). Southwest, Delta, American and United have appeared in EazAir's fare checks for this route. DEN lists Southwest and American at Concourse C, United at Concourses A and B, and Delta at Concourse A, though its airline page shows no update date. In Charlotte, check your boarding pass or airline app for your concourse.

CLT says its Terminal Lobby Expansion was completed in September 2025, with expanded security checkpoints and redesigned roadways. The family screening lane is at Checkpoint 1, and for evening flights, Checkpoint 2 handles standard screening from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. CLT's security page does not mention CLEAR. On 8 Oct 2026, CLT announced a proposed program that includes a Concourse C expansion and a passenger tunnel, pending Charlotte City Council approval.

DEN's three concourses connect to Jeppesen Terminal by the train to the gates, and DEN says the ride between the terminal and the C Gates takes less than 10 minutes. In the terminal, even-numbered doors are on the west side and odd-numbered doors on the east. Taxis wait at Level 5, Island 1, and DEN says you can go straight there after baggage claim. DEN says RTD A Line trains leave the Transit Center on Level 1 every 15 minutes, stopping at 61st & Peña, 40th & Airport and 38th & Blake before Union Station.

EazAir's first fare check for Charlotte to Denver was on 17 Sep 2026, for the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult, departing 30 days later. A single check cannot show a pattern. United is the one airline here whose lowest fare leaves out a carry-on on domestic flights. Search your own dates, and check the final price, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

Airports for Charlotte to Denver flights

Departure · Charlotte

Charlotte Douglas International (CLT)

Eastern Time

Arrival · Denver

Denver International (DEN)

Mountain Time

About Denver

Areas to know in Denver

LoDo (Lower Downtown)
RiNo Art District
Capitol Hill

Weather in Denver

A semi-arid climate with over 300 sunny days a year; the high altitude keeps evenings cool even in summer, and winter brings snow to the nearby mountains.

Charlotte to Denver: airport and fare guide

Checked on 17 Oct 2026 against the airport, airline and transit pages listed under Sources. Airports and airlines change these details, so confirm them with your airline before you fly.

Leaving from Charlotte Douglas International (CLT)

CLT says passengers may be dropped off curbside on the upper level (Departures/Ticketing), and vehicles cannot be left unattended at the curb.
CATS says the Sprinter runs between the Charlotte Transportation Center in Uptown and the airport, and Route 60 links the airport with Blue Line Tyvola Station. Check CATS schedules for times.
CLT has Checkpoints 1, 2 and 3, and says every concourse and gate can be reached from any of them.
CLT lists Checkpoints 1 and 3 for standard screening from 3:45 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Checkpoint 2 for standard screening from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. The family lane is at Checkpoint 1. CLT says hours can change.
CLT's security page does not mention CLEAR.
CLT tells travelers to arrive early but gives no number of hours. Wait times are posted on CLT's security page. CLT says its Terminal Lobby Expansion, completed in September 2025, expanded and streamlined the checkpoints.

Arriving at Denver International (DEN)

Airline	DEN concourse
Delta	Concourse A
United	Concourses A and B
Southwest	Concourse C
American	Concourse C
Other airlines	Check your boarding pass or airline app.

DEN's airline page shows no update date, so confirm your concourse on your boarding pass.

DEN has three concourses, A, B and C, beyond security. The train to the gates links them with Jeppesen Terminal.
The train leaves from a platform on Level 4. DEN says the ride from the terminal to the C Gates takes less than 10 minutes.
With an A gate boarding pass you can walk the A-Bridge, directly north of the security checkpoints, instead of taking the train.
In Jeppesen Terminal, even-numbered doors are on the west side and odd-numbered doors are on the east side.

Getting from DEN	Where to board	Where it goes
RTD A Line	Transit Center on Level 1, beneath the Westin Denver International Hotel. DEN says trains run every 15 minutes. RTD says trips to or from the airport need an Airport Fare.	Union Station in downtown Denver, 37 minutes according to DEN, with stops at 61st & Peña, 40th & Airport and 38th & Blake.
Rideshare	Level 5, Island 5, on the East or West side of the terminal. DEN says to order your ride after collecting your luggage.	Wherever you booked.
Taxis	Level 5, Island 1. DEN says taxis are available 24 hours a day and you can go straight to the stands after baggage claim.	Your destination.
Mountain carriers	Level 5, Island 4.	The carrier's own routes.
Hotel and rental car shuttles	Hotel shuttles pick up on Level 5. A free rental car shuttle runs from the Jeppesen Terminal pickup area.	Hotels and the off-site rental car counters.

What the lowest fares include

Fare	Carry-on	Checked bag	Seat	Changes
Delta Main Basic	Delta says every passenger can bring one carry-on and one personal item free.	Delta charges for checked bags on domestic flights unless you qualify for a waiver, such as Medallion status or an eligible Delta SkyMiles American Express card.	Assigned after check-in. You may be able to buy a seat ahead of time for a fee.	Refunds are not allowed after the 24-hour risk-free cancellation window. Delta says a change or cancellation may be possible for a fee, with any value left as an eCredit.
American Basic Economy	Included, plus a personal item.	Not included, except for some AAdvantage status members and eligible cardmembers.	A free seat is assigned at check-in, or you can pay to choose one.	Generally not allowed. American describes a 24-hour window and some credit options on its Basic Economy page.
United Basic Economy	Not included on domestic flights. One personal item only, unless you are a MileagePlus Premier member, travel with one, or hold a qualifying MileagePlus card.	Not included; check United's bag fee calculator.	Assigned by United before boarding.	Changes may not be allowed. Refund if cancelled within 24 hours of booking, under United's 24-hour policy; after that, partial travel credit.
Southwest Basic	Southwest's policy allows one carry-on and one personal item.	Checked bag fees apply to Basic fares.	A free Standard seat is assigned at check-in. Preferred and Extra Legroom seats cost extra.	Only by upgrading to a Choice fare or higher. Cancelling at least 10 minutes before departure gives a flight credit, which for Basic expires 6 months from booking.

Based on the airlines' own pages, checked on 17 Oct 2026. Fees are left out because they change often. Check the final price, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

How EazAir measured fares on this route

EazAir's first fare check from Charlotte to Denver was on 17 Sep 2026. For the return direction, Denver to Charlotte, EazAir's first 3 checks ran from 28 Sep to 15 Oct 2026. Each check asked partner travel sites for the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult, departing 30 days after the check. Results can include connecting flights. One check cannot show a pattern. Search your own dates for current prices.

Sources

CLT: Security (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
CLT: Pick up and drop off (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
CLT: Terminal Lobby Expansion (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
CLT: Update on Airline Use and Lease Agreement (10-08-2026, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
CATS: Airport routes (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
CATS: CATS Sprinter Airport Connector (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
DEN: Airlines (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
DEN: Facilities (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
DEN: To and from the airport (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
DEN: East security checkpoint opens (4 Aug 2025, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
RTD: Airport (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Delta Main Basic (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Fares and discounts (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Carry-on baggage (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Bags (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
American Airlines: Basic Economy (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
United: Basic Economy FAQ (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Fare information (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Assigned seating (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Carry-on baggage policy (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Fare types and benefits (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EazAir fare checks for CLT to DEN, 17 Sep 2026 to 17 Sep 2026; DEN to CLT, 28 Sep 2026 to 15 Oct 2026

Frequently asked questions

Does Charlotte Douglas have CLEAR?

CLT's security page does not mention CLEAR. It lists a family screening lane at Checkpoint 1 and says checkpoint hours are subject to change.

Which DEN concourse does Southwest use?

DEN lists Southwest and American at Concourse C, United at Concourses A and B, and Delta at Concourse A. Confirm your concourse on your boarding pass.

How do I get from Denver airport to Union Station?

Take the RTD A Line from the Transit Center on Level 1, beneath the Westin Denver International Hotel. DEN lists a 37-minute trip, and RTD says airport trips need an Airport Fare.

Where do I find a taxi or Uber at DEN?

Taxis are at Level 5, Island 1, and DEN says they are available 24 hours a day. Uber and Lyft pick up at Level 5, Island 5, on the East or West side.

Do the cheapest fares on this route include a carry-on?

Southwest Basic, Delta Main Basic and American Basic Economy allow a carry-on and a personal item. United Basic Economy does not include a carry-on on domestic flights, except for some MileagePlus members and cardholders.

How far is Charlotte from Denver?

CLT and DEN are about 1335 miles apart in a straight line. Flight times vary by airline, direction and routing, so check the scheduled time shown with each result.

Airline bag fees

Baggage allowances differ significantly between fare classes (Basic/Light vs. Standard/Flex) and can change over time. Always verify the exact allowance for your specific fare with the airline before you fly.

Checked bag fees from each airline's own website
Airline	Carry-on, basic economy	1st checked bag	2nd checked bag	Source
American Airlines	Included	$45	$55	aa.com, Sep 24, 2026
United Airlines	Not included	$40	$50	united.com, Sep 24, 2026
Delta Air Lines	Included	$45	$55	delta.com, Sep 24, 2026
Southwest Airlines	Included	$45	$55	southwest.com, Oct 27, 2026
JetBlue	Included	$45	$59	jetblue.com, Sep 24, 2026
Alaska Airlines	Included	$45	$55	alaskaair.com, Sep 24, 2026
Frontier Airlines	Not included	Varies	Varies	flyfrontier.com, Sep 24, 2026
Sun Country Airlines	Not included	Varies	Varies	suncountry.com, Sep 24, 2026

Domestic US fees per bag, each way, when paid online in advance. "Varies" means the airline prices bags by route and date.

Travel tips

Arrive early for domestic flights

TSA generally recommends arriving at least 2 hours before a domestic departure, more at larger hub airports during peak travel periods.

Pack a mixed carry-on

Keep a change of clothes, chargers, and any essentials in your carry-on rather than only your checked bag, in case of a delay or a bag that doesn't arrive with you.

Ease jet lag on longer routes

On longer cross-country flights, adjusting your sleep schedule a day or two before departure and staying hydrated in flight can reduce jet lag on arrival.

Screenshot your confirmation

Save a screenshot or PDF of your booking confirmation and boarding pass before you travel, in case you lose signal or battery at the airport.

Check in online when it opens

Most airlines open online check-in 24 hours before departure. Checking in early can help with seat selection and, on some airlines, boarding group assignment.